Record #:

1074

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Regionalism, an idea in which small communities in the Research Triangle Metropolitan Area would share resources and plan together to solve major problems, is now a hot topic in the Triangle area (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill).

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 16, Apr 1993, p10-12, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Regional planning; Planning--Research Triangle Metropolitan Area

Record #:

1083

Author(s):

Crowther, Hal

Abstract:

Crowther's editorial inveighs against the hypocrisy and double standards that he perceives in college athletics. Duke's Coach Mike Krzyzewski and N.C. State's Jim Valvano are used to illustrate Crowther's points, and to indict Coach K for questionable dealings with Nike.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 19, May 1993, p5-7, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

College sports; Coaches (Athletics); Krzyzewski, Michael William (Mike), 1947-; Valvano, James Thomas Anthony (Jim), 1946-1993

Record #:

1084

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Burtman presents the opposing arguments concerning the controversial Black Cultural Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The arguments are viewed in the context of the University's history of response toward minority issues.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 18, May 1993, p5, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Black Cultural Center; African American college students

Record #:

1085

Author(s):

Yeoman, Barry

Abstract:

Homeowners in Woodcroft, a housing subdivision in Durham that is predominantly white and upper middle class, fear the rise of crime in the city and feel that Woodcroft is a targeted area.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 18, May 1993, p7-9, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Crime--Durham; Durham--Social conditions

Record #:

1095

Author(s):

Haagem, Lucy

Abstract:

Karen Hart is an inmate at North Carolina Correctional Institute who, as a child, was abused by her relatives. By tracing Hart's life experience, Haagen is attempting to make a connection between child abuse victims and subsequent criminal activity.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 19, May 1993, p9-11, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Child abuse; Hart, Karen; Adult child abuse victims

Record #:

1096

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Senate Bill 906 was proposed to revamp workers' compensation laws. The implications of the bill for employers, employees, insurance companies and the healthcare industry are significant. Burtman draws on actual cases in order to illustrate the bill's possible effects.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 21, May 1993, p7-9, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Workers' compensation--Law and legislation

Record #:

1097

Author(s):

Paulsen, Monte

Abstract:

North Carolina-based Burroughs Wellcome Co. owns the patent for the production and dissemination of AZT, which is used in the treatment of AIDS.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 22, June 1993, p8-11, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

AIDS (Disease); Burroughs Wellcome Co.; AZT (Drug)

Record #:

1098

Author(s):

Ruley, Melinda

Abstract:

Ann Shachtman opened her first Stereo Sound hi-fi store in Chapel Hill in 1974. Today the savvy businesswoman owns six stores in North Carolina and Tennessee, and is recognized as a major industry player both nationally and internationally.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 20, May 1993, p9-10, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Women in business; Shachtman, Ann; Stereophonic Sound Systems (Chapel Hill)

Record #:

1129

Author(s):

Overby, Peter

Abstract:

Currituck County's barrier islands are being overdeveloped despite warnings of potential property loss as the islands recede; yet homeowners are sheltered from loss as the U.S. Government has insured the property at the taxpayers' expense.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 23, June 1993, p6-7, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Outer Banks; Currituck County; Insurance, Government; Real estate development--Outer Banks

Record #:

1130

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Artists in Raleigh and Wake County struggle through a stifling bureaucracy to compete for grants that bestow a pittance.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 24, June 1993, p7-8, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Arts--Finance; Art--Scholarships, fellowships, etc.; Artists--Economic conditions

Record #:

1140

Author(s):

Ruley, Melinda

Abstract:

Durham County Tax Assessor Pat Antley is a controversial figure who has pleased the state while raising the ire of individual Durham County landowners and corporations with her aggressive and forthright style.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 25, June 1993, p7-9, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Antley, Pat; Tax assessment--Durham County; Durham County--Officials and employees

Record #:

1141

Author(s):

Moser, Bob

Abstract:

The Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Pride '93 rally was held in Raleigh's Moore Square.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 26, June 1993, p6-7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Homosexuality; Gay Liberation Movement

Record #:

1142

Author(s):

Moser, Bob

Abstract:

Concerned members of Orange Coalition Against Pornography attempted to remove a display of homosexual literature in Orange County Public Library by checking out the books themselves and harassing Library System Director Brenda Stephen.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 26, June 1993, p15, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Orange Coalition Against Pornography; Orange County Public Library; Libraries--Censorship; Homosexuality and literature

Record #:

1160

Author(s):

Yeoman, Barry

Abstract:

The health-care reform debate continues between business/insurance interests and proponents of a universal health care system. Yeoman contends that lobbyist money from corporations and insurance companies weakens the resolve of reform-minded legislators.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 27, July 1993, p8-11, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Medical care--Laws and legislation; Medical care--Cost control

Record #:

1161

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

A lingering controversy involves the Chapel Hill Town Council, the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA), and concerned Chapel Hill residents, who are demanding that their malfunctioning septic tanks be replaced with reasonable sewer service.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 28, July 1993, p10-11, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Orange Water and Sewer Authority; Sewage disposal--Costs--Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill--Public works