Community Markets’ donation puts Indian Lake Tornado Relief over $1.5M

Donations to United Way’s Indian Lake Tornado Relief Fund now surpass $1.5 million, as Community Markets presented the organization with $26,053 check Monday, May 20. The gift represents “point-of-sale gifts” customers made while checking out in stores throughout Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky since the March 14 storm. Pictured, from the left, are Jenny Pyle, Community Markets district manager; Melanie Brandt, Community Markets Lakeview store manager; Jessie Cline, Community Markets Lakeview store assistant Manager; Becca McGillis, United Way donor relations director; and Dave Bezusko, United Way of Logan County executive director. To date, 455 affected families have been provided with direct support from United Way totaling $1,197,566.71. Those who havent yet received help can apply through May 31 by calling United Way at 937-592-2886 or online at www.uwlogan.org. (UNITED WAY PHOTO)