(Cleveland)- Ray Black, the owner of Cleveland Drug Company, was recently recognized with an award from the Georgia Pharmacy Association for his 50 years of pharmacy practice.
In February of 1969, he purchased Cleveland Drug Company from Charlie Head while he was still finishing his internship. He graduated pharmacy school from the University of Georgia in the spring of 1969. Since that time, Ray has been a fixture in the community providing pharmacy services.
A few years after purchasing Cleveland Drugs on the south side of the square, he moved the store to the west side where it remained until 2006. The store is now on the north side of the square.
In the early years, loyal customers will remember the infamous lunch counter that served both breakfast and lunch.
Throughout the 50 years, Ray has been a pharmacist and business owner, he has supported students, the community and charitable organizations in their endeavors.
Many students and young interns have gone on to become pharmacists.
All of his years as a pharmacist has been serving the good folks of Cleveland. Always smiling, always willing to serve, Ray has become a permanent fixture in Cleveland.
By: WRWH News
