Illinois marks August 1st as official Sweet Corn Appreciation Day

Illinois marks August 1st as official Sweet Corn Appreciation Day
State Representative Tony McCombie (IL) — Representative Tony M. McCombie (R) 89th District
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House Minority Leader McCombie successfully passed legislation in 2022 to establish August 1st as Sweet Corn Appreciation Day in Illinois. As summer approaches, Leader McCombie is reminding residents to mark their calendars for the annual celebration.

For the past four years, Leader McCombie has organized a special event at her district office to honor Sweet Corn Day. The day includes family activities and sweet corn festivities. This year’s event is anticipated to maintain its tradition of enjoyment, with McCombie emphasizing the importance of August 1st for northwest Illinois.

Further information on Sweet Corn Day will be provided as the date nears.



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