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Jeffrey Geyer Named 2023 Driver of the Year BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. — Jeffrey Geyer, a professional truck driver for Manning Transfer based in Blaine, Minnesota, has been recognized as the Minnesota Trucking Association’s (MTA) Driver of the Year for 2023. The announcement was made during the MTA’s D
Bendix Celebrates Truck Drivers During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week AVON, Ohio — Bendix is emphasizing the vital role of truck drivers in the nation and recognizing their dedication during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW). “Truck drivers are essential to our daily lives, an
Understanding DOT Physical Examinations Truck drivers have been undergoing DOT physical examinations for many years, yet a significant number fail to grasp the seriousness of failing an exam. Facing Unexpected Health Issues Robert Palm, an owner-operator with Roadrunner Freight, expressed the gravit
The Shift in Country Music In the 1970s, as country music began to merge with pop, the cowboy hat became a notable casualty of this transition. Embracing Change While artists like Riders in the Sky and Hank Williams Jr. maintained the cowboy hat tradition, many singers opted for more modern headwear
BIDDEFORD, Maine — Unique Trucking with Heart Brown Dog Carriers and Logistics stands out as a trucking company with a distinct mission: “Create a world where we whine less and wag more.” They even have a chief canine officer on their team! Established in 2017 by Graig Morin, the company’s president
Project 61, a nonprofit focused on improving truck driver health, has acquired Offshift, a digital health platform specifically designed for truck drivers. According to Project 61, truck drivers have the highest obesity and diabetes rates among U.S. occupations, and the situation is worsening. Proje
Living the Dream: A Trucker’s Journey GLADWIN, Mich. — The expression “living the dream” is often a lighthearted response to “How are you?” However, for one trucker from Michigan, this phrase genuinely reflects his reality. “From 6th grade, I knew I wanted to drive a truck,” shared owner-operator Je
Healthy Fleet Launches New Mobile App for May Challenge Photo: Healthy Fleet Healthy Fleet has announced that its upcoming challenge in May will utilize a free mobile app to assist participants in tracking their weight loss journey. The previous challenge, held in January and February, saw participa
Staying Fit on the Road: Lanod Westmoreland’s Journey FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — What’s the secret for a 36-year-old former Golden Gloves boxer to maintain fitness while traveling? Lanod Westmoreland has a clear approach. “I try to exercise whenever possible,” he shared. “I bring along a 55-pound dumbbell
