Extra Points Archive: The Athlete, The Artist Sep 24, 2009
After inheriting thousands of acres near Linville in 1952 from his grandfather, Hugh MacRae, Morton conceived and built the Grandfather Mountain tourist attraction and moved to Linville to manage the operation, so now for nearly 50 years his trips to Chapel would come from the west ... "The first time, he drove Julia crazy," says Harris Prevost, a long-time friend and aide of Morton's at Grandfather Mountain. (Tarheelblue.com)
Discovering The Tar Heel State: North Carolina Hotels & Attractions Aug 27, 2009
Grandfather Mountain - Linville, NC. As one of the world's most environmentally diverse nature preserves and a United Nations International Biosphere Reserve, this one-of-a-kind destination is a delight for outdoor enthusiasts. Carolina Beach State Park - Carolina Beach, NC. With fishing and boating, plus miles of hiking trails and sandy beaches, this stunning park is a coastal paradise. (PR Newswire)
Know The Coach - Paul Johnson Aug 5, 2009
Born: August 20, 1957 Status: Married to Susan; daughter -- Kaitlyn Alma Mater: Western Carolina (1979) What's on TV: I don't watch much TV, but I'll say Fox News What's in my iPod: Don't own an iPod What I drive: 2009 Cadillac Favorite flicks: Shawshank Redemption; Unforgiven; Outlaw Josey Wales What I'm reading: Fleeced (by Dick Morris) Worst habit: Smoking cigars On my office walls: Photos of the family and a few awards Would love to trade places with for a day: Barack Obama First job:... (Ramblinwreck.com)
At 99, still pretty little Jul 28, 2009
Heriot Clarkson and two companions were atop the ridgeline that forms the Eastern Continental Divide, and for 360 degrees around them some of the most inspiring scenery in this half of the nation rose and fell into the distance: Table Rock, Mount Mitchell, Grandfather Mountain, Hawksbill Mountain and the deep valleys between them and endless unnamed wrinkles and folds of altitude-cooled forest. More Home. (News & Observer)
N.C. now owns Grandfather Mountain Jun 5, 2009
North Carolina closes on purchase of Grandfather Mountain - Triangle Business Journal ... North Carolina closes on purchase of Grandfather Mountain ... The state of North Carolina on Thursday officially became the owner of one of the state s top scenic attractions, Grandfather Mountain, which immediately become the state s newest state park. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Grandfather Mountain now NC's newest state park Jun 5, 2009
The state has closed on the purchase of almost 2,500 acres of Grandfather Mountain, officially marking the beginning of North Carolina's newest state park. . (Herald Sun)
NC adds Grandfather Mountain as new state park Mar 27, 2009
The newest addition to North Carolina's state parks system will be backcountry parts of Grandfather Mountain. The state is in the process of buying land around the 6,000-foot peak from the family of the property's owner, philanthropist and photographer Hugh Morton, for $12 million. (Herald Sun)
Scottish heritage alive in the Valley Feb 13, 2009
The largest gathering in the world happens right here at Grandfather Mountain each year and we ll probably be back for that. This will be the 54th year and it runs from July 9th through the 12th, so we will be back. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Low-key style helps state get landmarks Feb 7, 2009
Ledford, 54, has worked to expand natural areas for the public and, with a lot of help, has secured the future of two North Carolina landmarks, Chimney Rock and Grandfather Mountain, by adding them to the park system ... After the acquisition of Chimney Rock, attention turned to Grandfather Mountain, the privately owned 5,964-foot peak near Blowing Rock that is the highest point on the Blue Ridge ... Leonard, the Winston-Salem lawyer, was a good friend of the late Hugh Morton, Grandfather... (News & Observer)
