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year was to Privateer Farms located on the border of Cumberland and Bladen Counties. This truly unique farm corporation, owned by  Innovation and Sustainability.    farmlands and forests to restore the vitality and nutrient holding capability to the soil. The tour also included a look at food security and community farming opportunities. Land that was formally used for turkey production is now being used for sustainable agriculture and green entrepreneurship. Tour participants were also allowed the opportunity to observe the   one million mature lowland trees were protected. Cape Fear Farm Credit assisted with hosting the annual tour. According to County Extension Director, Lisa Childers, “This tour is a wonderful opportunity to share a different side of agriculture with our local leaders.” Meetings Set for Citizens In Northern Part of County Residents of north central Cumberland County are invited to share their ideas, concerns and visions for the future of their area   Planning staff will be working with the community to prepare a detailed land use plan for the north central sector.  Recreation Center. The second session will be June 24 at the Linden Community Building at 7 p.m. If you have any questions concerning the meetings, please contact Deloma West at (910) 678-7611. Cooperative Extension Conducts Farm Tour O n June 7, Cumberland County Cooperative Extension hosted its annual “Report to the People” tour for local legislative members and county leadership. The visit this The Cooperative Extension hosted a tour of Privateer Farms on June 7. Tour participants included: Billy Barker, representing  House Representative; Phillip Gilfus, County Commissioner, Ed Melvin, County Commissioner; and Deputy County Manager Juanita Pilgrim. Library Hosts Local Authors O You may count on Auto/Motorcycle Homeowners Boat/Watercraft Umbrella Darden, Miranda And Associates, for the following products and services Bryan Miranda Ron Darden V E A Business Property Business Auto General Liability 18 UCW JUNE 16-22, 2010 Darden, Miranda & Associates Insurance A VANSTORY - EXUM COMPANY www.dardenmiranda.com 910.483.3611 Workers Comp Medical Malpractice Life Longterm Care Annuities Disability Flood WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM n June 19, the Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center will host its annual Local Authors Showcase. The public is invited to meet and learn more   p.m. in the Pate Room of the Headquarters Library, 300 Maiden   hand from those who have published books, this will be a great opportunity to not only browse some locally-written titles, but also learn the ins and outs of self-publishing. Books will be on sale, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Friends of the Library. For more information, visit www. cumberland.lib.nc.us or call 483-7727. EXPANDING OUR OFFERINGS TO BETTER SERVE OUR CLIENTS Families and businesses have long trusted Darden, Miranda & Associates for their auto, home, property and liability insurance.

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