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Thursday, May 8, 2008
Another manager for the former Parton Theatre
Roanoke Rapids has hired a South Carolina management company to take control of the Roanoke Rapids Theatre.
The move is the latest in a troubled history for what Roanoke Rapids folks hoped would be a thriving entertainment complex of hotels, restaurants and night clubs. Randy Parton, brother of Dolly Parton, was the main draw for Carolina Crossroads — before he ran into problems with money and booze.
Gilmore Entertainment, the new boss, manages Carolina Opry in Myrtle Beach. Gilmore officials warn that it will take time to turn the new project into a moneymaker. That makes sense, especially given its checkered past.
It sure would be great to see Carolina Crossroads succeed though. Tourist attractions rarely have an impact on the environment, and they bring in thousands of dollars from out of town. Eastern North Carolina could certainly use some of that.
