August 10 event to raise funds for Dominic Francis Memorial scholarships
On Saturday, August 10, the first annual Dominic Francis Memorial Bike and Jeep Run will take place, starting the Bluffton Fallen Officer Monument, 154 N. Main St. and ending at the Findlay Moose Lodge #698, 1028 W Main Cross St #2421. Stops will be made at Thirsty's and Stockyard.
The cost is $25/bike or jeep, $5/rider. Registration includes a meal at the end of the ride. There will also be a 50/50 and raffle items.
Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. and kick stands go up at noon.
All proceeds will go to Bluffton High School & Cory-Rawson High School Dominic Francis Memorial Scholarships.
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