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Raise your hand if you survived the first week of 2024

Linda Garner-Bunch - January 5, 2024

Happy New Year, y’all! Yep, you guessed it. I’m from the South, and I have the accent to prove it. When I open my mouth

Start 2024 off right by taking control of your health

Bob Perry - January 5, 2024

It’s common knowledge that exercising is beneficial to your health. In some cases, it can even save a person’s life. So, why isn’t everyone exercising?

Counting blessings each day can increase your joy, appreciation for life

Rev. Marilou Coins - January 4, 2024

Can you believe the first week of 2024 is almost over? It seems like just yesterday we were welcoming the arrival of 2023! As this

Carved in solid Oak: Songs that would be gold, Part 2

Kris Rutherford - January 2, 2024

In last month’s Rhythm of the Road, I began a countdown of the Top 10 songs recorded by the Oak Ridge Boys (ORB) that, in

Now is a good time for an insurance review

OOIDA - January 2, 2024

Written by Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department Did you make any New Year’s resolutions for 2024? Let us make a suggestion. It’s the one

Take these steps to reduce holiday stress on the road

Bob Perry - December 4, 2023

No doubt, as a professional truck driver, many of you have discovered that working and being away from loved ones during the holidays is tough.

Carved in solid Oak: Songs that would be gold, Part 1

Kris Rutherford - December 3, 2023

The Oak Ridge Boys (ORB) have announced their retirement and farewell tour. It’s been a long, 50+ year career for the current quartet — and

Pump up the protein: A path to better health for carnivores and vegetarians alike

Hope Zvara - December 2, 2023

We’ve all heard about the incredible importance of protein for our body. Here at Mother Trucker Yoga, we know all too well that your hours

Redefining commercial trucking insurance

OOIDA - December 1, 2023

For decades, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has been a pillar in the trucking industry, not just because of the group’s advocacy work, but

The true value of a gift can’t be measured in dollars

Rev. Marilou Coins - December 1, 2023

Here we are, already in the last month of the year. So many people are busy thinking about Christmas and finding the perfect gift to

One toke over the line? Testing for marijuana impairment not ready to hit the road

Brad Klepper - November 29, 2023

For this month’s column, I want to discuss something that I’m sure nobody in the industry has ever addressed (place tongue firmly in cheek here).

Don’t wait for Thanksgiving to express gratitude for blessings

Rev. Marilou Coins - November 1, 2023

Here we are, already in the month of November! Everyone is preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday season. What are you giving thanks for this year?

Check out these 8 tips to ‘vroom’ your way to better health

Hope Zvara - November 1, 2023

Hey there, road warriors! Spending long hours on the road presents many challenges to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I’m sure you feel like you’re always

Enter the ‘22 Pushup Challenge’ to raise awareness of veteran suicide

Bob Perry - November 1, 2023

It’s time to take the pledge and take the 22 Pushup Challenge! For those of you who aren’t familiar with the challenge, which is sometimes

Cowboy crooner Gene Autry’s ride to stardom, Part 2

Kris Rutherford - November 1, 2023

Last month, I shared the first of a two-part series about one of America’s cowboy heroes — Gene Autry. When we left off, Texas-born Autry

There’s no remedy for a stolen fingerprint or retinal, voice or facial scan

Brad Klepper - November 1, 2023

In this month’s column, I’d like to revisit a topic I’ve covered a few times: Biometric privacy. Just in case you’ve forgotten, here is a

Prepare your body’s ‘engine’ for cold and flu season

Bob Perry - October 24, 2023

Drivers, the dreaded cold-and-flu season will soon be upon us — that time of year when you need to protect your personal engine (aka your

Cowboy crooner Gene Autry’s ride to stardom, Part 1

Kris Rutherford - October 24, 2023

Those who know me sometimes say I have a one-track mind when it comes to music. That is a fallacy. After all, I listen to

Check out these 6 tips to combat anxiety on the road

Hope Zvara - October 24, 2023

The open road, marked by miles of ever-changing landscapes and interjecting horizons, represents freedom to some. For long-haul truck drivers, however, this same road can

What’s up with downtime insurance?

OOIDA - October 24, 2023

By Deborah Graves, OOIDA Insurance Department Let’s talk about downtime insurance coverage … specifically, why some truck drivers find it’s like pulling teeth to get