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Fall Display at the Macon County Fair 2019

2020 Macon County Fair

Here in Macon County, The Macon County Fair is an event that we all look forward to in September. …

COVID-19 Food Safety Resources

The following resources provide best practices for preparing for COVID-19 and managing risk for individuals at home and for …

COVID-19 Preventative Measures

CLEANING AND DISINFECTION Current evidence suggests that novel coronavirus may remain viable for hours to days on surfaces. Cleaning followed …

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COVID-19 Preventative Measures

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I mention these insects every year and many of you probably know everything I could tell you about them. …

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Carpenter Bees

Carpenter bees are large, black and yellow bees often seen hovering around the eaves of a house, wooden fences, …

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