Record #:

5014

Author(s):

Jackson, Damien

Abstract:

Because of abuse, abandonment, and neglect, 11,000 North Carolina children have been placed in out-of-home care. About 27 percent of these children are African-American, and on average they are in the system longer than white children. Jackson discusses the reasons for this and solutions to the problem.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 18 Issue 12, Mar 2001, p11, 13-15, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

African American children; Foster children; Foster home care

Record #:

5015

Author(s):

Ariail, Kate Dobbs

Abstract:

With the opening of its new exhibition, the Contemporary Art Museum, formerly the City Gallery of Contemporary Art in Raleigh, emerges as the Triangle Area's most risk-taking venue for art. The museum is not yet in its new building, but it has something it has never had before - first-rate curators. Also the museum will feature works of North Carolina artists as well as national and international ones.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 18 Issue 12, Mar 2001, p72-73 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Museums--Raleigh; Contemporary Art Museum (Raleigh)

Record #:

5087

Author(s):

Potorti, David; Baum, Jack

Abstract:

Tommy Thompson is an old-time music legend. He was an original member of the Hollow Rock String Band and founding member of The Red Clay Ramblers. Toddy at 63 he is in the late stages of Alzheimer's disease, an illness that forced him to retire from the Ramblers in 1994. Thompson's daughter Jesse Eustice and Durham's Manbites Dog Theater are collaborating on a tribute to be presented during the 2001-2002 theater season.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 18 Issue 14, Apr 2001, p39-41, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Thompson, Tommy, 1937-2003; The Red Clay Ramblers (Musical group); Waterfowl hunting--Currituck Sound; Market hunting (Game hunting)--Currituck Sound

Record #:

5246

Author(s):

Jackson, Damien

Abstract:

North Carolina has a nationally recognized testing program in its elementary and secondary schools. However, over the past year many, including parents, teachers, students, school officials, and psychologists, are raising concerns about so much testing. Jackson discusses this dissension over the state's testing policies.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 13, Mar 2002, p12-13 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Educational tests and measurements--Laws and legislation; Students--Rating of

Record #:

5247

Author(s):

Hornburg, Mark

Abstract:

Chapel Hill native David Rees is the creator of the cult hit comic strip \"Get Your War On.\" The online comic strip tackles current events. Rees discusses what inspired the strip and its subject matter.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 20, May 2002, p35-36, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Comic books, strips, etc.; Rees, David, 1972-

Record #:

5268

Author(s):

Elliston, Jon

Abstract:

Central Carolina Community College began its Sustainable Farming Program in 1995 and in the fall of 2002 will begin granting associate degrees in the program. Sustainable agriculture is defined as a way of farming that does not erode, deplete, or poison the soil with chemical fertilizers. What makes this particular program unique is that it targets first-time farmers who have no family farming history.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 7, Feb 2002, p17, 19, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Sustainable agriculture--Pittsboro

Record #:

5269

Author(s):

Carlson, Angie

Abstract:

Triangle coffeehouses, while giving customers good cups of coffee, provide a venue for the area's singer-songwriters to perform in front of an audience not made up of relatives and friends. The Open Eye Cafe, The Hyphen Coffeehouse, and The Coffee Mill are profiled.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 7, Feb 2002, p40-41, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Coffeehouses--Research Triangle Metropolitan Area

Record #:

5377

Author(s):

Rich, Gabriel M.

Abstract:

Being the son of a famous and critically acclaimed musician can sometimes be daunting. Corey Parker, son of Kinston-born, legendary rhythm-and-blues and P-Funk sax player, Maceo Parker, talks about what drew him into a musical career.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 12, Mar 2002, p95, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Parker, Corey

Record #:

5438

Author(s):

Harmon, Frank

Abstract:

Newer beach homes along the Outer Banks are incredibly large and luxurious and can often block the view of the ocean. By comparison, houses built in the late 19th-century look like poor relations; yet many of the old-timers still stand, while newer models have fallen victim to storms. Architect Frank Harmon discusses the \"how to\" and \"how not to\" when constructing a modern-day beach home.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 18 Issue 27, July 2001, p28-29, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Architecture--Outer Banks

Record #:

5473

Author(s):

Rich, Gabriel M.

Abstract:

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (CIAA), which is observing its 90th year, is one of the nation's oldest collegiate athletic conferences and the first historically black college conference. It is also a conference known for its basketball players and tournament. Rich discusses the history of the CIAA basketball tournament, innovations to the game, famous players and legendary coaches.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 9, Feb 2002, p12-13, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Basketball--History; Basketball--Tournaments

Record #:

5482

Author(s):

Strom, Jennifer

Abstract:

Asphalt plants in Durham are required to be 1,500 feet from where people live. However, a plan to build ten new plants and reduce the distance to homes to 600 feet almost got to the city council for a vote before citizens found out about it. The plants would also be built in Durham's poorer, inner city communities. Strom discusses how behind-the-scenes lobbying puts citizens at a disadvantage in cases like this and how citizens are reacting to the plan.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 19 Issue 8, Feb 2002, p17-21, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Environmental protection--Citizen participation; Asphalt plants

Record #:

5711

Author(s):

Case, Matt

Abstract:

Although 66 percent of Chatham County land is used either for farms or forestry, keeping the family farm is increasingly difficult. Children and grandchildren aren't always interested in farming. Land values have increased due to demand for real estate, and this makes farming more expensive. Faced with selling out or staying, many choose to continue traditional farm ways, while others learn new methods, including organic growing.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 17, 1999, p11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Farmers--Economic conditions--Chatham County

Record #:

5715

Author(s):

Warlick, Debra

Abstract:

Actress Sharon Lawrence achieved stardom on the ABC television drama NYPD BLUE. Now the Raleigh native is expanding her talents into the comedy field, appearing on an NBC sitcom in the fall of 1996.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 14 Issue 14, June 1996, p26 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Television actors and actresses; Lawrence, Sharon, 1961-

Record #:

5768

Author(s):

Palacio, Enrique Gomez

Abstract:

In 2003, the Latino population, mostly Mexican, in North Carolina numbers around half a million. A common question is whether these individuals will assimilate into American culture or become part of a disenfranchised minority. Palico discusses emerging trends in the Latino population - demographics, economic development, and social and political organization -- to answer this question.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 20 Issue 4, Jan 2003, p16-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hispanic Americans--Social conditions

Record #:

5769

Author(s):

Cohen, Finn

Abstract:

The independent record label is a tough market to attain success in. Yet Cory Rayborn, the sole employee of Three Lobed Records, based in Carrboro, is the exception to the rule. Cohen discusses the success of this one-man recording company.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 20 Issue 6, Feb 2003, p49, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Sound recording industry--Carrboro