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Here are a few facts about Butner, North Carolina:
1. Butner was incorporated as a town in 2007 and is a relatively small town with a population of around 8,000.
2. The town is named after Major General Henry W. Butner, who was a military physician and one of the first commanding officers of the Army's North Carolina Military District during World War II.
3. The town is perhaps best known for being the location of the Butner-Falls of the Neuse Game Land, which covers over 17,000 acres and is a popular spot for hunting, fishing, and wildlife watching.
4. Butner is also home to the John Umstead Hospital, which is a well-known psychiatric facility that has been in operation for over 160 years.
5. The town has a diverse economy, with major employers including Granville County Public Schools, Central Regional Hospital, Walmart, and the Federal Correctional Complex.
6. Butner also hosts a number of annual events and festivals, including the Butner Chicken Pickin' Festival, the Butner Community Park Easter Egg Hunt, and the Black History Month Celebration.
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