Fort Mill businessman honored for support of the National Guard

Todd Eagle of the Northern Tool and Equipment distribution center in Fort Mill has received the Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a U.S. Department of Defense office.

The Patriot Award recognizes individuals who support employees serving in the guard or reserve.

Eagle was nominated for supporting the North Carolina National Guard by his National Guard employee, Staff Sgt. Jermaine Dennis, who is deployed with the N.C. Army National Guard in support of Operation Enduring Freedom

This story was originally published July 16, 2015 at 1:00 PM with the headline "Fort Mill businessman honored for support of the National Guard."