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Ag Alert: New Invasive moth

A new invasive insect, the box tree moth, was recently detected in Morgan and Berkeley counties of West Virginia, and has the potential to kill boxwood plants. Homeowners should be on the lookout for this insect and its damage. 

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Explore learning beyond the classroom with Jackson’s Mill field trips

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