200 in Du Quoin for Southern Illinois Ride-In

</element><element id="paragraph-1" type="body"><![CDATA[Approximately 200 motorcycle riders from across Southern Illinois were in Du Quoin over the weekend for the 26th annual Southern Illinois Ride-in at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds.

The fall event is hosted by the Honda Gold Wing Riders of Southern Illinois. The rally is open to bike owners of all brands.

Many of those attending were from Pinckneyville.

Except for fall rallies once held in Benton and Murphysboro, the fair has hosted the fall rally in all other years.

The rally began on Friday and included registration, a ride to Flamm's Orchard, people games, chili and hot dogs "dirty bingo,", a flea market, guided scenic rides and a special demonstration by the Illinois State Police motorcycle unit.

The rally concluded with a church service on the grounds Sunday morning. Riders had a beautiful weekend, but left Sunday morning in the rain.