Giles Martin Recognized for Contributions to Agriculture

On Saturday, June 4th at 9:00am, the shelter at the Lincoln County Farmers Market in Downtown Lincolnton will be named for Giles L. Martin, Sr. Please join us at the shelter to recognize Martin’s contributions to Lincoln County agriculture and his service to NC Cooperative Extension.

Mr. Martin has served as the volunteer market manager in Lincolnton for 5 years – opening and closing the market facility, working with vendors and assisting customers in using the EBT/debit/credit card machine. In addition, Martin is a Master Gardener and has served on the local and statewide NC Cooperative Extension Advisory Leadership Committee.

Refreshments and a cooking demonstration will follow.