It is the Fultondale American Legion’s turn to host an event that honors public servants nationwide.

On Sept. 12, the Hawkins B. Carter American Legion Post 255 will lead the fifth annual American Legion Riders 9/11 Poker Run.

This is the fifth year that American Legion District 21 has hosted the ride. Each of the six posts in the district takes turns heading up the event.

“This is in remembrance of the fallen police officers and firefighters on 9/11,” said Ron Slay, vice-commander of post 255 and commander of American Legion Riders of Post 255.

They will give plaques to the chiefs in Fultondale, Gardendale, Fairfield, Tarrant and Leeds, before making their final stop at the Birmingham Race Course.

“A lot of these guys don’t get the recognition they deserve,” said Slay. “They put their lives on the line just like our soldiers do.”

See the full article in Saturday’s edition of the NJN.