Record #:

28081

Author(s):

Schwartz, Joe

Abstract:

More than 13 million fish died in “fish kill events” in North Carolina in 2009 - the most since that data has been collected. The estimate is conservative and could actually be double the total. Graphs detailing the annual fish kill events from 1997 to 2009 and the reported annual fish kill mortality from 1997 to 2009 are presented. Most of the fish kill events occurred as a result of low oxygen in the water and pollution.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 51, December 2009, p6 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishes--Counting; Fish kills; Fish populations

Record #:

28082

Author(s):

Schwartz, Joe

Abstract:

Chapel Hill resident Sadie Rapp decided to “go green” for her recent bat mitzvah. Making decorations, Rapp and her family repurposed garbage and recycled materials and encouraged guests to walk or carpool to the event. Rapp also decided to donate a portion of her gifts to charity and her blog on the experience has gained national attention from rabbis. Rapp said it is up to those who have completed their bat mitzvah to be responsible and take care of the world.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 52, December 2009, p4 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Jews--North Carolina; Religion--Practice of; Judaism--Customs and practices

Record #:

29015

Author(s):

Schwartz, Joe

Abstract:

Weddings in the Triangle are taking on new traditions and informalities. Joe Schwartz and Sara Waters, both writers for INDY, describe their three-day wedding festival at Shakori Hills in Pittsboro. Their wedding featured food trucks, local distilleries, and special shows.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 34 Issue 15, April 2017, p18-19, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Weddings

Record #:

16617

Author(s):

Schwartz, Joe; Handerhan, Katie

Abstract:

Billy Maness manages the Uwharrie landfill in Montgomery County. The landfill has seen increased intake from Durham County and will soon accept waste from Orange County. Basic management and functions of the facility are discussed, as well as, concerns about adherence to environmental standards.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 15, Apr 2012, p7, 11, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Landfills--Montgomery County

Record #:

27864

Author(s):

Sorg, Lisa; Schwartz, Joe

Abstract:

Through a loophole in a recently passed law, internet gambling is legal. Since then, sweepstakes cafes have been popping up in low-income areas across the Triangle. They most often open where minorities make up the majority of the population and are near places such as pawn shops and check-cashing businesses. Many are concerned about this loophole and the group these businesses target. A map is included showing all of the locations in the Triangle area where these cafes are located with census statistics on the population in each area.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 8, February 2010, p9-10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gambling--Law and Legislation; Research Triangle Metropolitan Area--Economic conditions; Minorities--Economic conditions

Record #:

27875

Author(s):

Khanna, Samiha; Schwartz, Joe

Abstract:

Area towns and cities are working hard to attract Google’s attention. Google has offered to install its fiber network for free which will reduce the cost of high-speed internet for communities and citizens. Durham, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Raleigh are all working on applications. Google Fiber would benefit low-income residents, start-up businesses, entrepreneurs, local businesses and students be more competitive and increase their access to information. Google's plan and local efforts are detailed.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 10, March 2010, p14-17 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Internet

Record #:

27908

Author(s):

Schwartz, Joe; Sorg, Lisa

Abstract:

Children’s University in Chapel Hill has closed amid financial troubles. The owner, Lisa, McEntyre, is accused of not paying teacher’s salaries and has been investigated by the NC Employment Security Commission and the state Division of Child Development. Teachers, employees, and parents discuss their shock and anger at the closing and how they are trying to get their money back in court.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 16, April 2010, p5, 8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Day care; Court cases

Record #:

28036

Author(s):

Sorg, Lisa; Schwartz, Joe

Abstract:

Campaign contributions to candidates for the 2010 election are detailed. Contributions given to those running for the US House District 2 seat, US House District 4 seat, NC District 34 seat, NC District 35 seat, and NC District 41 seat are detailed. The total cash raised, total cash spent, cash on hand, and the top three sectors contributing to each candidate’s campaign are detailed.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 44, November 2010, p5-7 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Campaign funds; Politics--North Carolina