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NORTH PLATTE, NEB. — On most days, Wallace, Nebraska has a population of 357.

On Saturday, the village’s population grew by more than 130 motorcycles, which lined Mike Maupin’s yard, continued around his home, and up and down the adjacent street.

But just after 10 a.m., motorcyclists, their spouses and families thundered out of Wallace, rolling out for Maupin’s 11th annual Mikey Ride poker run. The bikers headed out for a day of fun for a good cause, traveling 240 miles to seven towns, where they purchased poker hands at various stops.

Later, the public was invited back to Wallace for a dinner and live auction. Proceeds from the day benefit Charlie Stephens, 3, a North Platte girl who has been battling pre-B acute lymphoblastic leukemia since last September.

The poker run benefits someone new every year. Maupin heard of Charlie after working with her father.

Maupin started the day by telling bikers to drive safety.

“I want everyone back here to eat tonight,” he said.

After trying out the route last week, he warned bikers about construction areas, but also a patch of brand-new road, which brought cheers, as well as a free-will donation lunch provided in Trenton.