I was curious to know: Who are some of the most famous folks from Watauga County, NC? I know that neighboring Wilkes County was home to the grandfather of actor James Garner (Bumgarner, that is). He moved out to OK where his film star grandson (and Korea War hero) was born in 1921. On the origins of the town name Boone: Had Daniel Boone visited the area? Best, John ===== "One more shot for the honour of Down!" -Rollicking Rollo (1766-1814) __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! - Official partner of 2002 FIFA World Cup http://fifaworldcup.yahoo.com