An event designed to show community love and support for Trigg County native Brian Johnson was a huge success.
Johnson, who now resides in Jacksonville, Florida, is battling cancer and has decided to end all chemotherapy treatments.
The Brian Johnson softball tournament and fundraiser was held Saturday, November 4, at the Trigg County Recreation Complex. Among the organizers was Shell Malone, who talked about Johnson during the event Saturday.
click to download audioMalone says Brian was also active in the City-County Softball League after his high school career.
click to download audioAs a part of the celebration Johnson was inducted into the City-County Softball League Hall of Fame. Mickey Blue with the City County Softball League described Brian as a fighter and friend.
click to download audioMalone says they had a goal to raise $10,000 to support Brian Johnson and his family, with the event raising more than $16,000.