Macon County resident and veteran Ronnie Mowell, along with 12 other service members and veterans, were honored by the QOV (Quilts of Valor) foundation in Alexandria on April 20. The
Recent rain and warm temperatures make for prime conditions for mosquitoes. Consumer Reports tested several insect repellents to see which ones protect from bites the best.
John Loke, a retired master sergeant, has received lots of medals for his military service, including a Presidential Unit Citation with three oak leaf clusters for serving in a unit