Record #:

17038

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Groups gathered in Raleigh in support of the \"Move to Amend,\" a nationwide effort to overturn the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision. This decision held that corporations have the same political rights as people, including the First Amendment right to put as much money into political speech as they like.

Source:

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

Subject(s):

Corporations--Laws and legislation

Record #:

17109

Author(s):

Ball, Billy

Abstract:

Durham County Commissioners approved a development deal with Southern Durham Development (SDD). The measure, passed 4-1, approves an SDD commercial project near Jordan Lake to hook-up to the county's sewer system. Plans include construction of 1,300 homes and commercial space which the project's dissenters believe will further pollute the already endangered area around Jordan Lake.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 30, July 2012, p5, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Durham County--Politics and government; Development planning

Record #:

17110

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Duke Energy Corporation merged with Progress Energy earlier this year but has already fired CEO Bill Johnson. This along with recently divulged industry secrets leads some skeptics to believe the goal of the merger is not to pass savings onto customers but enhance the company's ability to pursue nuclear facilities.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 30, July 2012, p5, 11, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Energy industries; Duke Energy Corp. (Durham); Progress Energy Inc.

Record #:

17111

Author(s):

Hankerson, Mechelle

Abstract:

Pauli Murray, an activist sainted by the Episcopal Church, grew up on 906 Carroll Street in Durham with her grandparents. The 112 year home known as The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice stands as a memorial for the woman who fought for civil, women's, labor, and LGBT equality. However, the home is in disrepair and if it is to open as a museum and/or community center an estimated $150-200,000 must be raised for renovations.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 30, July 2012, p7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Political activists

Record #:

17112

Author(s):

Coleman, Vernal

Abstract:

Greenfire Development purchased Durham's iconic SunTrust tower and is now teaming with Kentucky-based 21c Museum Hotels to turn the building into a hotel. Proposed plans are to turn the tower into a 125-room luxury hotel if the company can secure tax incentives. Durham City Council will hold a public hearing Monday, August 6th to hear the company's proposal.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 30, July 2012, p9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hotels

Record #:

17113

Author(s):

Coleman, Vernal

Abstract:

The Durham County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a measure to ban smoking on sidewalks and trails, bus stops, parks, and other publicly owned property. Passed in February, the ban goes into effect later this month and violators will be charged a $50 fine if caught smoking any tobacco products in the newly protected public areas.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 31, Aug 2012, p5, 11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Smoking--Laws and legislation; Durham County--Politics and government

Record #:

17132

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

N.C. State has expanded student housing into an area near the neighborhood of Stanhope in Raleigh. The large housing complex is incongruous with a housing plan created by community members in 1999. Stanhope denizens originally planned to integrate student housing with members of the community to create a \"urban village\" with more diverse housing options and locally owned businesses but instead the university has erected large dorm-like housing for the growing student population.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 31, Aug 2012, p7, 9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Urban development

Record #:

17133

Author(s):

Hankerson, Mechelle

Abstract:

TNR stands for trap-neuter-return, a program to decrease stray and wild cat populations. Wake County Board of Commissioners approved a TNR ordinance in June to deal with feral animal populations, cats specifically because they are the most prevalent.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 31, Aug 2012, p20 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Ordinances, Municipal

Record #:

17329

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Raleigh County's population is increasing three percent each year making it one of the nation's fastest growing metropolises. Due to this annual increase, city planners must accommodate a burgeoning population by building up not out; much of Raleigh County's land is either developed or protected natural environments. Increased housing in urban areas demands greater transportation efficiency and to compensate, county voters will vote on raising transit taxes one half cent.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 32, Aug 2012, p5, 8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Government; Taxation--Cleveland County

Record #:

17330

Author(s):

Coleman, Vernal

Abstract:

Durham City Council members approved a plan presented by a Kentucky based company called 21c Museum Hotels to transform the SunTrust building into a hotel and art gallery. The tower has been an iconic feature of the Durham skyline for 75 years. The vote was unanimous and within three years renovations should be completed.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 32, Aug 2012, p7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Durham--City planning; SunTrust Building (Durham)

Record #:

17331

Author(s):

Spini, Maggie

Abstract:

The Hogan-Rogers house dates back to the 1840s and today is threatened by modern development. Located on Prefoy Road in Chapel Hill, the houses sets on property owned by St. Paul's AME Church which plans to expand its facilities by demolishing Hogan-Rogers house.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 32, Aug 2012, p8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Chapel Hill--Buildings, structures, etc.; Hogan-Rogers House (Chapel Hill); Historic preservation--Chapel Hill

Record #:

17332

Author(s):

Sorg, Lisa

Abstract:

The United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission will issue two accounts of code violations by Shearon Harris Nuclear Plant, a facility operated by Duke Energy. The plant, located in New Hill, and its practices will be addressed by an enforcement conference in Atlanta on August 24, a meeting prompted by members of the Republican National Convention.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 34, Aug 2012, p7 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Shearon Harris Nuclear Power Plant (New Hill); Duke Energy Corp. (Durham); Nuclear power plants

Record #:

17333

Author(s):

Williamson, Thad

Abstract:

The Atlantic Coast Conference, founded in 1953, generates high profile college basketball programs. However, the ACC was initially established as a football conference, with some southern teams looking to create a more football centered league outside of the Southern Conference. Yet since its inception members of the league have been charged with violating NCAA rules. For the current season, U.N.C. is on probation for academic fraud.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 34, Aug 2012, p11-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

College sports--History; College sports--North Carolina

Record #:

17334

Author(s):

Ball, Billy

Abstract:

Orange County closed a Chapel Hill community center on August 11 because of building code violations. The center located on Purefoy Drive offered activities for low income families. Though the center did violate building codes, controversy has arisen because county officials have not fulfilled their obligation to the community. Forty years ago residents agreed to a landfill in their neighborhood in return for civic upgrades including sidewalks and recreation center - the landfill remains but there is no plan for constructing any of the citizens' demands.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 35, Aug 2012, p5, 7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Civic improvement

Record #:

17335

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Pat McCrory is this year's Republican gubernatorial candidate and while on the campaign trail has met with supporters and protesters alike. McCrory has refused to disclose information about his taxes leading to protests at his campaign stops that include airplane banners and individuals dressed as owls holding signs that say, \"Hoo Pays McCrory?\" Currently polls show McCrory leading Democratic candidate Lt. Gov. Walter Dalton by as much as eight points.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 29 Issue 35, Aug 2012, p7, 9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Governors--Election; McCrory, Patrick Lloyd, 1956-