Record #:

3269

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Fearing that the development that inundated the southern part of Mecklenburg County would be replicated in the north, Davidson, Huntersville, and Cornelius are working together to control growth and preserve their identities.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 2, Feb 1997, p1, 8-9, il

Subject(s):

City planning--Mecklenburg County; Land use--Planning--Mecklenburg County

Record #:

3270

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Domestic violence is increasing - often with tragic results - and a number of cities have developed specialized programs to deal with it. For example, Winston-Salem police have a domestic violence task force to investigate and follow up on cases.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 2, Feb 1997, p11, il

Subject(s):

Winston-Salem--Police Department; Family violence--Winston-Salem

Record #:

3293

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

To increase communication between government and its citizens, Asheville city leaders are taking government back to the people. Once every quarter, city officials and staff hold meetings in different neighborhoods to hear citizens' concerns.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 3, Mar 1997, p1,8-9, il

Subject(s):

Local government--Asheville--Citizen participation

Record #:

3294

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The state's mountains are home to the country's fourth largest group of craftsmen. Based in Asheville, HandMade in America promotes their work, benefitting not only the artisans but also the state's economy.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 3, Mar 1997, p4-5, il

Subject(s):

Handmade in America; Mountain people; Artisans--North Carolina, Western; Handicraft--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

3329

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Asheville and Statesville won the prestigious National Civic League's All America City & Community Award for 1997. The award is given to communities that identify problems and solve them. Only ten awards are presented nationwide.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 6, June 1997, p1,12, por

Subject(s):

Asheville--Civic improvement; Statesville--Civic improvement

Record #:

3330

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Civic volunteers are a vital part of the life of the state's towns and cities. Don Edwards (Greenville) and Donald Skinner (Ayden) are examples of individuals whose contributions of time and service enhance their communities.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 6, June 1997, p1, 8-9, por

Subject(s):

Civic improvement; Volunteerism

Record #:

3405

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Louisburg, Monroe, Gastonia, and Greensboro received the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's 1997 National Wastewater Management Excellence Award for outstanding wastewater treatment programs.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 8, Aug 1997, p3, il

Subject(s):

Sewage--Purification; Factory and trade waste--Management

Record #:

3411

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

The North Carolina League of Municipalities dedicated its newest building in Raleigh in memory of David E. Reynolds. Reynolds, who was the League's executive secretary for ten years, died in September, 1996.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 8, Aug 1997, p4-5, il

Subject(s):

North Carolina League of Municipalities; Reynolds, David E., 1948-1996

Record #:

3412

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The Fox Creek Nature Lab, a fifty-two acre outdoor learning project in Louisburg, Franklin County, features a trail with learning stations on water quality, living wetlands, wildlife enhancement, and forestry management.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 8, Aug 1997, p6-7, il

Subject(s):

Environmental education; Fox Creek Nature Lab (Louisburg); Outdoor education--Franklin County

Record #:

3413

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

The Winston-Salem Police Department began its community policing program in 1989. Police patrol city sectors on foot. Benefits of the program include police having better knowledge of the community and a reduction in crime.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 8, Aug 1997, p1,10-11, il

Subject(s):

Winston-Salem--Police Department; Community policing--Winston-Salem

Record #:

3450

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

In 1996, the General Assembly created the N.C. Clean Water Management Trust Fund to deal with water pollution. The fund provides grants to groups for such projects as the restoration of degraded lands and building of riparian buffers.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 5, May 1997, p1,12, il, f

Subject(s):

Water quality management; Water--Pollution; Water--Purification

Record #:

3451

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Up until the 1960s, Beaufort, the state's third oldest town, thrived on the menhaden fishing industry. Thirty years later the town has become one of the state's top tourist attractions.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 7, July 1997, p1,12-13, il

Subject(s):

Tourist trade--Beaufort; Beaufort--Description and travel

Record #:

3454

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

When citizens want to show off their community or raise funds for a project, they hold a town festival. Over 1,000 festivals are held each year, including Hollerin' (Spivey's Corner), Yam and Ham (Smithfield), and Collard (Ayden).

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 5, May 1997, p1,8-9, il

Subject(s):

Festivals

Record #:

3531

Author(s):

Hajian, Eleanore J.

Abstract:

Components of the Clean Water Responsibility Act (HB 515) limit nitrogen and phosphorous levels in wastewater discharges and allow the SBI to enforce and investigate felony violations.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 10, Oct 1997, p8-9

Subject(s):

Water--Pollution--Laws and legislation

Record #:

3559

Author(s):

Christensen, Margot F.

Abstract:

The 1997 General Assembly passed a number of environmental laws, including one to reduce nutrient levels in some rivers. Several bills were proposed that would have weakened a city's annexation authority, but none passed.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 8, Sept 1997, p1,4-5, il

Subject(s):

Annexation (Municipal government); Environmental law