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Mitch White, Chaz Vittitow, Jordan Minton, Justin Cave, Tyler Jury and Wade Haga were recently named Kentucky Colonels. Kentucky Colonels are appointed by the sitting Governor and a Secretary of State. While every Colonel is appointed with this distinct honor for different reasons, the organization recognizes strength of character, leadership and dedication to the welfare of others.  Fiji’s Across America has raised over $40,000 for Alzheimer’s research and biked over 3,200 miles across the county to bring awareness to the nation.

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They made it! Friday, the Fijis Across America reached Yorktown, Va on schedule. The journey started on May 25 and 3,200 miles and 55 days later, the men arrived in Yorktown with their front wheels in the Atlantic Ocean!

More importantly, they raised over $40,000 for Alzheimer’s research thus far. Their mission is not over though. If you have not contributed to fundraiser for Alzheimer’s research, you still can at www.fijisacrossamerica.com.

Congratulations to Tyler Jury, Chaz Vittitow, Mitch White, Wade Haga, Justin Cave and Jordan Minton. We are mighty proud of you all!

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Fijis Across America will conclude their 3,200 mile trek across the US Friday when they arrive in Yorktown, VA. Visit their website to individual rider’s blogs, see pictures and videos.

Congratulation guys!

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FIJIs Across America continues to receive media coverage for its fund raising for Alzheimer’s research.  Today the group was featured on WBKO News at 6:00PM, Bowling Green’s ABC affiliate.

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Fijis Across America was featured on Western Kentucky University’s homepage today along with a press release issued by WKU’s Media Relations office.  Learn more about Fijis Accross America at www.fijisacrossamerica.com.

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