Record #:

4339

Author(s):

Grizzle, Ralph

Abstract:

Macon County is the seventh fastest-growing county in the state. Between 1990 and 1998, the people moving into the county accounted for over 21 percent of its population growth. Most came from the larger cites of the North and South. Such growth fuels service and retail sectors, which helps to offset the decline in the county's manufacturing jobs. While some residents fear the influx of people, the prohibition against building on the county's 152,000 acres of national forest helps to control population sprawl.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 67 Issue 6, Nov 1999, p90-96 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Macon County--Description and travel; Macon County--Economic conditions

Record #:

14791

Author(s):

Johnson, J. W. C.

Abstract:

Macon County was known for its scenic panoramas and natural resources, which drew in a healthy tourist industry and provided for bountiful agricultural industries. Timber harvested from the bountiful Nantahala National Forest, 40% of its 350,473 were located within Macon County, supplied the furniture and lumber industries. Mining was another important industry to Macon County because of increased war-time demands for mica, a heat-resistant mineral used in boilers, furnace, and electrical conduits.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 4, June 1943, p19-23, 28, por

Subject(s):

Macon County--Economic conditions

Record #:

36266

Author(s):

Saylor, Teri

Abstract:

Included in plans to economically and occupationally improve Western North Carolina were newer industries such as craft brewing, as well as mainstays agriculture, tourism, and higher education. Collaboratively, these ventures promised to improve the quality of life in towns ranging from Asheville to Sylva, from counties such as Caldwell and Henderson.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 7, July 2017, p78-80, 82, 84, 86, 88, 90-91 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Asheville Tourists; Asheville Industries (Asheville); Tourism; Agriculture; Higher education; Caldwell County--Economic conditions; Henderson County--Economic conditions; Henderson County--Industry; Rutherford County--Economic conditions; Buncombe County--Economic conditions; Buncombe County--Industry; Cherokee County; Graham County--Industry; Haywood County--Economic conditions; Haywood County--Industry; Jackson County--Industry; Macon County--Economic conditions; Madison County--Economic conditions; Swain County--Economic conditions; Transylvania County--Industry; North Carolina State University; Appalachian State University

Record #:

40616

Author(s):

Mims, Bryan

Abstract:

From what it may offer visitors and locals, a Western North Carolina small town organized in 1828 has big city appeal. Features making Franklin visit-worthy include close proximity to the Appalachian Trail and in-town attractions like the Scottish Tartan Museum and Heritage Center.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 39 Issue 8, August 2019, p86-88 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Franklin--Description and travel; Macon County--Economic conditions; Appalachian Trail--North Carolina ; Appalachian Trail Community--Franklin; Appalachian Trail Conservancy; Craft brewery industry--North Carolina, Western; Nantahala National Forest; Gems--North Carolina--Franklin; Mineral Museum (Franklin); Franklin Gem Museum ; Ruby City Museum (Franklin); Cherokees--Franklin; Scottish immigrants--Franklin