PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) WKRG News 5s 6th Annual Ace of Hearts Poker run rallied motorcyclists from Mobile to Pensacola to raise money for the American Heart Association. <\/p>\n
Those in Pensacola started at the Harley Davidson, while Mobile riders kicked up their stands Main Event Club in Teodore. <\/p>\n
The riders made a few stops a long the way at several bars and restaurants, drawing a card at each stop. Whoever drew the highest hand, walked away with a cash prize. <\/p>\n
But Saturday was not about winning money, it was about raising it. And the riders and sponsors did just that. The Ace of Hearts Poker run raised $3,231.<\/p>\n
The American Heart Association does so much for the community does so much for the community and its such a big need that we couldnt even pass up the opportunity, said Nicholas Laubach, general manager of Baldwin County Victory Polaris, one of the events sponsors. <\/p>\n
Many motorcyclists were riding in honor of loved ones, while others were just hoping to make a difference. <\/p>\n
Everybody has a heart, J.D. Evans, a participant in todays event. This is a good deal it helps raise money for a good cause.<\/p>\n
Proceeds from the Ace of Hearts Poker run hope to fight heart disease and save lives.<\/p>\n
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