By Raven Van Pelt

The  American Legion Riders Chapter 283 on Caroline Rd. once again held their 9th annual poker run.  Thanks to everybody that came out, we raised $25,000+ for 5 Star Veterans Center. The 5 Star Veterans Center helps veterans adjust from military life. The Five Star Veterans Center is a nonprofit corporation whose mission is to make a positive impact in the community and North Florida by offering safe/secure housing to displaced veterans, to alleviate veteran homelessness. The Dreamland Squadron once again conducted a flyover for the poker run. There were several poker stops, and upon return there were silent auctions, raffles and food all while the band Don’t Call Me Shirley rocked the rest of the afternoon. This event is held every September and this year the turnout was just as great with 390+ bikes. It was truly amazing they could raise $25,000+ for the 5 Star Veterans Center.