On Aug. 9, Jacksonville Elks Lodge #221 hosted a casino night fundraiser for the Brotherhood Ride, an organization that honors the service and sacrifice of first responders. During the evening, the lodge presented a $4,500 donation to Brotherhood Ride founder, Jeff Morris. In addition, the lodge raised another $3,864, a portion of which will be used to provide dinner and breakfast when the Brotherhood Ride visits the lodge Oct. 24. Nine businesses sponsored tables and Mission BBQ donated some of the food.

Pictured are Jeff Morse, Brotherhood Ride founder; Deborah Reedy, PER, Lodge Secretary; Brent Reedy, Exalted Ruler; and Cindy Morse; Brotherhood Ride Secretary.