Bikers go on the road again to help local veterans
New Castle NewsJun 26, 2018
Last year, about 200 motorcycle riders raised more than
On Saturday, bikers will once again meet at the park and take to the roads for the second annual motorcycle run, "Stand Up for Vets." It's sponsored by
Russell, who loves motorcycles, rode last year and will be back to do it again this year.
His wife, Missy, is the regional veterans services coordinator for LCCAP and chairwoman of the October event, and said previously that she hoped about 300 bikers will participate to raise
Bikes will leave the park at noon and head south on
That's more than 50 miles of riding.
The motorcycle run is a police-escorted, non-stop ride through
While the ride is going on, police departments from the various municipalities will block off certain intersections so bikers can continue without any pauses.
Along with LCCAP's SSVF program, Lawrence County ABATE,
Missy explained that Stand Downs occur across the nation, are backed by local
"Today, Stand Down refers to a community based intervention program designed to provide homeless vets access to community resources needed in rebuilding their lives," Russell said, noting that at the October Stand Down, homeless vets and homeless civilians can receive health screenings, hair cuts, clothing and shoes, hygiene products, information and referrals on community resources, and a free lunch.
Now that the motorcycle route is firmly in place, she encourages people to stand in their front yards and, if they can, raise a flag as the bikers roll past.
It's all about showing the veterans in the ride unity and respect, Russell said, adding the vision is to keep doing more for local veterans.
Marcus added, "I hope people come out and support a great cause. This is to help people who fought for us."
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