Macon, Alabama facts for kids
This page is about the unincorporated community in Calhoun County. For the county, see Macon County, Alabama.
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Macon, Alabama
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 Macon, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Macon, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Calhoun |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 256 & 938 |
| GNIS feature ID | 166222 |
Macon, also known as Macon Quarters, is a small community in Calhoun County, Alabama, United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.
History of Macon
Early Days and Naming
Macon had its own post office for a short time. It operated under the name Macon from 1891 until 1903. The community was named after the city of Macon, Georgia. This was a common practice when new places were settled.
Recent Events: The 2021 Tornado
On March 25, 2021, a very strong tornado hit Macon. This tornado was an EF3 tornado. An EF3 tornado is quite powerful and can cause a lot of damage. The tornado moved right through the community. It damaged or destroyed many homes, mobile homes, and trees in the area.
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