Carolina Trace in Sanford sold

        Carolina Trace County Club in Sanford has been acquired by Texas-based Escalante Golf, a boutique owner and operator of high-end golf clubs across the country. Carolina Trace Country Club, opened in 1972, is the centerpiece of the 1,600-home Carolina Trace Community. The club features two layouts designed by acclaimed golf course architect, Robert Trent Jones Sr.…

Raleigh Broughton captures 11th state golf title

        By DAVID DROSCHAK Anderson Marlowe was trying to keep his 59th birthday quiet, but you’ll have to forgive his Raleigh Broughton golf team for letting loose some as the coach was presented the 4-A state championship trophy. Marlowe was serenaded with a rousing rendition of “Happy Birthday” by a group of ecstatic prep golfers and…