Record #:

27018

Author(s):

Jacobs, Barry; Walsh, Wendy

Abstract:

In his ninth season at Duke, Michael Krzyzewski has established himself near the top of his profession and is a leading candidate to coach the 1992 U.S. Olympic basketball squad. The key to Duke’s success, and the trademark of Krzyzewski teams, is a fierce defense. Duke now enters the post-season tournaments with hope to win the National Collegiate Athletic Association championship.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 7 Issue 5, Mar 9-22 1989, p11-13, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Duke University--Basketball; Coaches (Athletics)

Record #:

27019

Author(s):

Oppenheimer, Todd

Abstract:

There are federal proposals to raise gasoline taxes to diminish excessive use of cars and thereby help reduce pollution. According to Secretary Jim Harrington, with all these pollution problems, God and highways seem like odd bedfellows; but in North Carolina, people love the freedom automobiles seem to provide.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 7 Issue 5, Mar 9-22 1989, p14-17, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Air--Pollution; Automobiles--Environmental aspects

Record #:

27339

Author(s):

Krawiec, Richard

Abstract:

The War on Drugs has long been deemed controversial. According to community members in Wake County, not enough resources are being given to programs for prevention and treatment which prove more effective than incarceration. This review of local efforts provides individual perspectives, testimonies of hope, and support in interviews with a former addict, the Alcoholism Treatment Center’s director of substance abuse services, a counselor for addicted inmates, a DARE officer, and participants at a Narcotics Anonymous meeting.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 50, December 1991, p9-13 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Drugs--Treatment; Drug abuse--Prevention

Record #:

27340

Author(s):

Ruley, Melinda

Abstract:

Walter Dellinger, a Duke law professor, is known nationally as an abortion rights activist. Dellinger discusses the future of abortion rights in America and reviews his contributions to the pro-choice movement.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 49, December 1991, p6-10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Abortion--Laws and legislation

Record #:

27341

Author(s):

Abstract:

This editorial covers the proposed vote by Durham County commissioners for the school merger plan. Readers are encouraged to pressure members Business/Personnel Committee of the State Board of Education to vote “yes” to the plan that will be submitted and presents five reasons why readers should do so.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 48, Nov-Dec 1991, p9 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Durham County--Politics and government; Educational facilities--Improvement

Record #:

27342

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

As Durham County commissioners prepare to decide on a school merger plan to submit to the State Board of Education, debate remains from the two opposing sides. Durham County commissioners Deborah Giles and Ellen Reckhow are interviewed and explain their positions. Giles is in favor of a plan that guarantees minority representation on the school board while Reckhow is in favor of board members being elected through “at-large” elections.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 47, November 20-26 1991, p8-9 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

School boards--Laws and legislation; Educational change--Durham County

Record #:

27343

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

The article draws attention to the working conditions of some migrant workers in North Carolina. Some employers lure primarily homeless or drug addicted, African-American men with promises and keep them as indentured workers. If they attempt to leave the workers’ camps, they are often physically threatened. Abuses also include inadequate housing and below minimum wage pay. There is not enough oversight of these camps according to advocacy groups in North Carolina.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 46, November 13-19 1991, p6-8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Migrant laborers; Employee rights

Record #:

27344

Author(s):

Mendel, Dick

Abstract:

The history of the town of Dobbins Heights from 1969-1991 is explored through interviews by former and current residents. Special attention is paid to the process of incorporation, the creation of the local fire department, the town’s politics, and the tensions between the citizens and the county. The majority black citizens of Dobbins Heights express frustration at the inequality they face and explain its impact on the community’s growth.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 45, November 6-12 1991, p9-13 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Richmond County--History; Richmond County--Economic conditions

Record #:

27345

Author(s):

Soloway, Colin

Abstract:

The community of Chapel Hill is changing as it develops and becomes a more desirable place to live. As a result, the cost-of-living is making the town unaffordable for its traditional residents and the town’s ideology is being challenged by its newer residents. Additional problems facing the town are increasing crime, homelessness, and taxes.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 44, Oct 30 - Nov 5 1991, p8-9 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Chapel Hill--Politics and government; Chapel Hill--Economic conditions; Chapel Hill--Development

Record #:

27346

Author(s):

Abstract:

The article explores the impact of Duke’s Pediatric Infectious Disease Clinic and the children affected with HIV who are served there.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 43, October 23-29 1991, p11-12 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Health care accessibility; HIV infections; Public health

Record #:

27347

Author(s):

Soloway, Colin; Bigner, Melissa; Ocko, Peter

Abstract:

Nineteen residents of the Triangle area were interviewed because of their visions of how to make the world a better place. Each interview explains the individuals' contributions to the Triangle area and the impact of their work on the local community. These individuals working to bring change to the world are: Sandy Babb, William Burkhardt, Louise Burton-Alston, Bill Bynum, Mandy Carter, Mike Nelson, David Danehower, Pat Davies, Joan Healy, Linda Lewis, Bill Holman, Steve Levitas, Gerry House, Robert Healy, Aura Maas, Michele Rivest, Gordon Smith, Shannon St. John, and Lynice Williams.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 42, October 16-22 1991, p7-11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Civic improvement; Social change; Wake County--Description and travel

Record #:

27349

Author(s):

Yeoman, Barry

Abstract:

Durham's mayor Chester Jenkins is running for reelection. Jenkins has pledged to keep taxes low and make Durham business friendly, but property taxes have risen under Jenkins. While still seen as business friendly, some argue it has been at the expense of the environment. Regardless, people are lining up to support Jenkins as he is likely to face former Mayor Harry Rodenhizer.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 40, October 2-8 1991, p8-9 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Durham County--Politics and government; Durham County--Officials and employees; Mayors

Record #:

27350

Author(s):

Ruley, Melinda

Abstract:

Changes are underway at The News & Observer, Raleigh’s newspaper. Frank Daniels III has been hired as the new editor. Daniels is committed to making the newspaper appeal to a larger, mainstream audience. Readers are concerned that the quality of reporting and the paper's liberal identity are diminishing under Daniels. Additionally, Daniels' lack of experience and the paper's perceived nepotism are being called into question. Daniels' family owns the newspaper at which he was hired to edit.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 41, October 9-15 1991, p7-11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Newspaper editors; Newspapers--Raleigh; News and Observer (Raleigh)

Record #:

27351

Author(s):

Young, Perry Deane

Abstract:

O.D. Wilson is a professional weightlifter and North Carolina resident. Wilson has won many weightlifting competitions, including the title of “strongest man in the world.”

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 39, Sept. 25 - Oct. 1 1991, p12-15 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Sports--Biography; Weight lifting

Record #:

27352

Author(s):

Seessel, Adam

Abstract:

Raleigh City Manager Dempsey Benton has taken the city in new directions under his leadership.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 9 Issue 38, September 18-24 1991, p10-12 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Politics and government