Successful fundraiser for Gene Mickel family Posted on March 9, 2017 Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, February 24, 2017Family and friends of Gene Mickel served barbecue sandwiches on Friday, Feb. 24 to help raise funds for Mickel's family. Mickel has been undergoing treatment for cancer at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fl. The fundraiser was a tremendous success, raising approximately $3,200. This money will help the Mickel family with the mounting expenses faced since Mickel was diagnosed. The Mickel family expressed their heartfelt thanks to the community for all the support they have received. “We are so proud to live in a county that helps the ones in need when there is a true need. Please keep Gene in your prayers,” said Ann Mickel. Pictured, from left to right, are: Michelle Lewis, Kim Browning, Beth Rosenberg, Rose Thigpen, Jessica Ratliff, Larry King, and Matthew Browning in the back.Share this: