The mission of the Turner County Project is to illuminate our local community and cultural practices one photo, document, or interview at a time. To give a permanent presence for future historians, amateur or professional, no matter their interests.

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The Wild Side: Animal-themed festivals in Georgia

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Animal-themed festivals offer visitors a great time while paying homage to highly esteemed critters in communities throughout the state. Here are a…

Fire Ant Festival 2008 photos

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The theme that year was Ring of Fire Ants.

Fire Ant Festival Pet Parade Entry

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Pictured is Caroline Flake with her Ferret.

Wiregrass Festival Postcard

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1996 1st Annual Wiregrass Festival (now known as the Fire Ant Festival) Postcard

March 20-24, 1996