6th annual Ace of Hearts Poker Run raises over $3,000 for American Heart Association – WKRG News 5

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.

Those in Pensacola started at the Harley Davidson, while Mobile riders kicked up their stands Main Event Club in Teodore.

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.

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.

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.

Many motorcyclists were riding in honor of loved ones, while others were just hoping to make a difference.

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.

Proceeds from the Ace of Hearts Poker run hope to fight heart disease and save lives.

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