Greene County man raises nearly $2,000 to support veterans home dream

A former Marine in Greene County held a fundraiser at Whiskey Bent Farms that drew about 300 people and raised roughly $1,800 to support his plan for a veterans home.

A Greene County man held a weekend fundraiser to support his idea of building a home for veterans. Tyrene Mack, a former Marine, was featured previously in November 2025 for that vision. The event took place at Whiskey Bent Farms in Boligee and attracted about 300 attendees. Organizers reported that the event raised around $1,800. Key details: - The fundraiser was held at Whiskey Bent Farms in Boligee. - Organizers said about 300 people attended the event. - The event raised approximately $1,800 toward the veterans home idea. - Tyrene Mack is a former Marine who was profiled in November 2025 about his plan. - Mack said the idea grew after he befriended and cared for a World War II neighbor who died about five years ago. Summary: Mack described the fundraiser as a success and the money contributes to his goal of creating a veterans home. Undetermined at this time.