- Issue Archive for
- Jul 31 - Aug 6, 2002
- Vol. 19, No. 32
Film
Star Struck
Steven Soderbergh reveals an unhealthy fascination with all things Hollywood in his new film, "Full Frontal."
News
Race Riot
In August 1937, a thrown rock and a bottle over the head unleashed waves of racial violence on the Chapel Hill-Carrboro border. They also revealed the pain and frustration felt by working-class people, both black and white, in the depths of the Depression. But the confrontation, in which several people were shot has been forgotten by those interested in maintaining the image of the "Southern Part of Heaven."
Columns
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First Person
The break-ins at apartments in Old North Durham were bad enough. But it became much more frustrating when police ignored information the victims tried to offer that might lead to the thieves. It seems like the Durham police department just doesn't care about solving the kind of crimes that affect most people.
Back Talk
Letters to the Editor
Music
The Real Deal
Mike Ireland and Tommy Womack share stages and compliments.
Virtually Elvis
People who claim that Elvis is still alive may have been fooled by the master Elvis illusionist—just don't call him an impersonator.
Arts
Scotch Verdict
Two Triangle theater groups test their Southern fare at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
A Hungry Heart
In Reynolds Price's new novel, Noble Norfleet
, an emotionally malnourished man develops a skill for empathy after passing through a world of sorrows.
