PHOTOS: Run for the Wall makes East Texas stop on way to D.C.
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The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into East Texas, before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Run for the Wall
Alan and Tucker Charlton, 9, her friend Bella English, 10, and Jennifer Charlton wait on the side of TX 31 for Run for the Wall riders to pass Sunday, May 22, 2022, on their way to the Longview Fairgrounds. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
Bill Wittich of Santa Cruz, CA wipes down his windscreen after he and other Run for the Wall riders arrived Sunday, May 22, 2022, at the Longview Fairgrounds for lunch. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo

Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
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Run for the Wall riders make a stop Sunday at the Longview Fairgrounds for lunch.
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Run for the Wall
Run for the Wall riders wave to spectators as they arrive Sunday, May 22, 2022, at the Longview Fairgrounds for lunch. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Tracy, left, and Jean Dula and their grandson Parker greet Run for the Wall riders as they arrive Sunday, May 22, 2022, at the Longview Fairgrounds for lunch. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Alan and Tucker Charlton, 9, her friend Bella English, 10, and Jennifer Charlton wait on the side of TX 31 for Run for the Wall riders to pass Sunday, May 22, 2022, on their way to the Longview Fairgrounds. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Rylie, 8, and Jaxton Barnes, 6, wait on the side of TX 31 for Run for the Wall riders to pass Sunday, May 22, 2022, on their way to the Longview Fairgrounds. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Run for the Wall riders wave to spectators as they drive down TX 31 Sunday, May 22, 2022, on their way to the Longview Fairgrounds. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Bill Wittich of Santa Cruz, CA wipes down his windscreen after he and other Run for the Wall riders arrived Sunday, May 22, 2022, at the Longview Fairgrounds for lunch. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
- Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo
Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)
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Run for the Wall
The roar of late night storms was replaced by the thunder of hundreds of motorcycles Sunday, May 22, 2022, as participants in the annual Run for the Wall cross-country motorcycle ride rolled into Longview, stopping at the Longview Exhibit Building for a quick bite to eat before continuing on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Les Hassell/News-Journal Photo)