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Fallon
The United States of America is a country in North America that extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and shares land borders with Canada and Mexico. The United States is a federal constitutional republic, with its capital in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia.
Fallon is a city in Churchill County, Nevada, United States. The population was 7,536 at the 2000 census. But as of 2005 the population of Fallon, Nevada was 8,339. It is the county seat of Churchill County and is located in the Lahontan Valley.
Fallon is primarily an agricultural community. Although the area is arid, approximately 50,000 acres of farmland are irrigated with water supplied by the Truckee-Carson Irrigation District. The principal crop is alfalfa. Fallon Heart O' Gold cantaloupes were once distributed throughout the nation, but are now mostly grown for local consumption. Naval Air Station Fallon also provides a significant employment.
Fallon is located at according to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.9 square kilometers. In the city the population was spread out with 28.4 percent under the age of 18, 10.3 percent from 18 to 24, 29.7 percent from 25 to 44, 19.4 percent from 45 to 64, and 12.2 percent who were 65 years of age or older.
Like some of its sister municipalities and towns, Fallon is blessed with beautiful surroundings and a unique natural setting. The picturesque scenery, the majesty of nature, the slow pace of life, and the welcoming nature of its people all combine to make this region one of the most important tourist attractions in United States.
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