Motorcyclists will ride 39 escorted miles from Lakeland to Lake Wales on Saturday, Nov. 14, in the Fallen Heroes Ride. Each mile stands for one of the 39 law enforcement officers named on the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial.
Kickstands go up at 10 a.m. at the memorial, where 700 W. Lime St. meets Lake Beulah Drive in Lakeland. The memorial is open to the public around the clock. The ride finishes at Lake Wailes Park in Lake Wales. Organizers say food, vendors, and community supporters will be waiting for riders and for anyone who turns out to meet them…