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Life: Page 94

Business
Burt Reynolds, an icon in trucking film lore, dies at 82
After his role in "Smokey and the Bandit," Burt Reynolds' fame spread, propelling him to megastar status. Learn more about him on Overdrive.
September 6, 2018
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Business
Truckers offered deals, recognition for upcoming National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
The week of September 9-15, 2018 is dedicated to celebrating truck drivers in the U.S. Check out promotions and activities geared towards truckers on Overdrive.
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Parking
Capacity, awareness keys to alleviating trucking’s parking shortage, panel says
A panel at the Great American Trucking Show discussed the truck driving industry's truck parking shortage while offering suggestions for improvement. More here.
September 5, 2018
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Overdrive Radio
Listen: Trucker Talent Search 2018 — the people, the performances
This year’s competition, and this edition of Overdrive Radio, featured quite a collection of trucker-songwriters all, from show opener and talent-search alumnus “Long Haul Paul” Marhoefer to emcee Tony Justice and this year’s competitors Benford “B.J.” Williams, James Nelson, and the ultimate winner, Mandi Jo Pinheiro.
August 31, 2018
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Business
ABF Freight driver named Highway Angel for assisting sheriff’s deputy
Danny Martin saw a sheriff’s deputy attempting to handcuff a man, but saw the suspect was becoming combative, resisting arrest and pushing the deputy. Martin got out of his truck and helped the deputy get the man on the ground and handcuffed.
August 30, 2018
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Channel 19
‘Rolling CB interviews’ get book treatment on centennial of sorts
The new “#Whostruckisthat” hardback tome from Big Rig Videos’ Chris Fiffie and Stephanie Haas of Diesel Addict Photos has been out and available for a few months now, chronicling in hardback, full-color fashion the first 100 of Fiffie’s vanguard ‘Rolling CB Interviews’ with truckers.
August 30, 2018
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Business
Two new trucker-focused health clinics open in Texas, Missouri
UrgentCareTravel, the health clinic network partnered with Pilot Flying J, recently opened locations in Laredo, Texas, and Joplin, Missouri.
August 30, 2018
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Business
Maxwell House honors hard-working trucker for Labor Day
According to Maxwell House, Ron Kline has not taken a day off of work during his 53-year career. Maxwell House says one in four Americans will be working on Labor Day, so to honor Kline for his dedication, the company is giving Kline his first family vacation for Labor Day.
August 30, 2018
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Life
CRST Malone honors breast cancer survivor owner-op
CRST Malone honors owner-operator Chanita Ward with a custom breast cancer awareness truck wrap and Caribbean cruise certificate at GATS 2018.
August 29, 2018
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Custom Rigs
Bandit Series points leader wins second consecutive race
The Minimizer Bandit Big Rig Series points leader won the race Saturday, Aug. 25, at Elko Speedway in Elko, Minnesota. Check out the details here on Overdrive.
August 28, 2018
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Truck Stops
Pilot Flying J ramps up roadside maintenance, rewards programs
Pilot Flying J has deployed 130 roadside repair trucks and opened 17 shops adjacent to existing truck stops since the addition of the Truck Care program.
August 28, 2018
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Overdrive Extra
Can of beer with Heniff koozie brings $900 — and more from GATS auction benefiting St. Christopher
Concert and auction benefiting St. Christopher Truckers' Relief Fund held at GATS. Check out some of the winning bidders and their prizes on Overdrive.
August 27, 2018
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Business
Nomination period opens for iLuvMyTrucker appreciation contest
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is fast approaching. Nominate a trucker for Truckers News' iLuvMyTrucker appreciation contest today.
August 27, 2018
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Business
Surviving members of Texas church accept $5K from truckers at GATS event
Tony Justice presents $5,000 donation check on behalf of truckers across America to the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas.
August 25, 2018
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Trucker Talent Search
Idaho independent wins Trucker Talent Search with ‘Heartbeat’ original
Mandi Jo Pinheiro, an independent owner-operator from Idaho, wins the 2018 Overdrive/Red Eye Radio Trucker Talent Search with her original, "Heartbeat."
August 24, 2018
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Business
TMC Transportation driver named 2018 Trucking’s Top Rookie
Mordaunt "Platt" Brabner was named 2018 Trucking's Top Rookie, walking away with $10,000 and several prizes. Learn more on Overdrive.
August 24, 2018
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Business
Trucking Moves America Forward building momentum
TMAF co-chair Kevin Burch discusses the group's growth and presence in the trucking industry. Get the details on Overdrive.
August 24, 2018
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Business
Truckers compete in pre-trip inspection contest at GATS
TA/Petro & FedEx Custom Critical host a pre-trip inspection contest at GATS. Contestants will perform inspections on a Freightliner Cascadia or Columbia truck.
August 24, 2018
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Top truck makers sue CARB/California over enforcement of Clean Truck Partnership
Daimler Trucks, International, Paccar and Volvo said in the lawsuit they are "caught in the crossfire" between federal lawmakers and state regulators and are seeking clarification of their legal obligations, as well as an injunction blocking California from enforcing preempted emissions regs.
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