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While most of the debris from destroyed homes has been removed in Smithville, some lots look like they did a month ago after a tornado blew
through the area. A fundraiser this weekend at The Mall at Barnes Crossing will generate money to help victims of the storm. (Thomas Wells)
TUPELO – A fundraising event for victims of the Smithville tornado will be held today at The Mall at Barnes Crossing from 10 a.m. until noon.
The event will include a telethon on WTVA and live radio remote broadcasts.
Donations also can be made at the event’s location at the food court.
Participating are Journal Inc., WTVA, Tupelo Radio Broadcasing and Mississippi Radio Group. Organizers hope to raise $50,000.
The money will go to the CREATE Foundation, which will use it to help victims of the April 27 tornado.