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A TRIBUTE TO HUGH MORTON
"Hugh Morton was a good and dear friend of Mary and me. There was only one Hugh Morton. He was truly one of North Carolina’s treasures and nobody has done more to promote North Carolina’s natural heritage than he has. If it were not for Hugh Morton and his persistence, the Blue Ridge Parkway would not be what it is today. If there were ever to be a Mr. North Carolina, it would be Hugh Morton." Governor
Michael
Easley
June 2, 2006
Just about every employee at Grandfather Mountain can tell you what Hugh Morton means to them. Right now, they would need a handkerchief while doing so. [full story]
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Community News
East Tennessee Author To Be Honored At Opening Of Horn In The West
Fun and Learning Opportunities at Children’s Council Fair
Botanical Illustration Class at Turchin Center June 12 And 14
Biking In The High Country: How To Get Involved
Back From The Ashes: The Best Cellar In Blowing Rock
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Events & Entertainment
Mountain Living
Each week's issue of Mountain Living, Amy Cooke features a different recipe.
Brewer’s Briefs:
Spotlighting live music in the High Country.
SWINGIN' FOR THE FENCES
A column about the Watauga County Park & Recreation's Adult Softball League by Sam Calhoun.
Check out our new sections this week! Things2Do, Things2Know, and Things4Kids.
Don't Forget Upcoming EventsThe Brown Mountain Lights Heritage Festival
Art In The Park This Saturday In Blowing Rock
18th Annual Trade Days Festival June 23 to 25
Smoke on the Mountain
Blowing Rock Stage Company Presents Sisters of Swing
Showdown At Sugar NORBA National Mountain Bike Race This Weekend
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