Sean RandallBusinessTour of duty: Owner-operator of the year candidate Bryan SmithSmith leveraged military experience toward a driving career, truck ownership and longtime success as an owner-operator leased to Art Pape Transfer.October 2, 2013Page 1 of 1Top StoriesReader RigsHappy Thanksgiving!Mark the day with the 2001 379 of owner-operator Patrick White, who suffered a broken leg in August, unable to work for a time. Today, he's back on the horse, and the Whites note they benefited from some help from lenders, but also "from a few close friends and our family. We are very grateful this year for sure," said Patrick's wife, Ashlyn. Here's to giving thanks, and a big thanks to all of you for who you are and what you do.Custom Rigs1977 Peterbilt 352 was owner's 22nd birthday gift, with custom resto by PeasterbiltPride & PolishDown to the wire: Cast your Pride & Polish votesRegulationsThe terrorism threat and trucking: Who is vetting 'wanted terrorist' CDL drivers?Featured SponsorGarmin Delivers Big with Trucker-Trusted Navigators and Premium Wireless Headsets