Perspective Archives

Ricky Skaggs’ ‘Highway 40 Blues’ tells a familiar story of the long journey home

Kris Rutherford - August 1, 2022

Of the countless miles I spent in the back seat of a Chevy station wagon, traveling along the interstates of America during the 1970s, I

What does implementation of California’s AB5 mean for the trucking industry?

Brad Klepper - August 1, 2022

I am wrong about a lot of things. By “a lot,” I mean an obnoxiously large number of things. So, I guess I should not

Make sure your life spreads encouragement, light to others

Rev. Marilou Coins - July 1, 2022

Have you ever thought about how your life impacts other people? I’d like to start this month off with a Bible verse and then explore

Mickey Gilley leads two country music cultural shifts

Kris Rutherford - July 1, 2022

By the late 1970s, Mickey Gilley was a bona fide country music headliner. But he couldn’t have imagined what lay in store for him as

Try these simple strategies to beat the summer heat

Hope Zvara - July 1, 2022

It comes on suddenly, and you think you can beat it, but it can be challenging to keep your body strong, healthy and hydrated when

A quick scan of food product labels may offer some surprises

Bob Perry - July 1, 2022

Have ever noticed, when you are in a store shopping for food, the number of people who are label-reading these days and paying more attention

Regarding civil liberties: Is ‘hate speech’ protected by the First Amendment?

Brad Klepper - July 1, 2022

Brad Klepper is busy helping drivers this month. We hope you enjoy this column, which originally ran in July 2021. Those of you that read

Questioning faith: Don’t be afraid to ask God for answers

Rev. Marilou Coins - June 1, 2022

Have you ever thought about faith? Well, everyone has some sort of faith. They have faith — even unknowingly — that their truck will get

The great speed limiter debate: FMCSA’s proposed rule spurs questions

Brad Klepper - June 1, 2022

As you know, I often complain about how the things that are hot topics at the time of writing will be old news by the

Superstar cousins slowed Mickey Gilley’s rise to country music fame, Part 1

Kris Rutherford - June 1, 2022

Few American performers are as closely associated with nightclubs — or in the case of country music, “honky-tonks” — than Mickey Gilley. The long-time musician,

Each driver’s schedule, personal preference can determine the best time of day for exercise

Bob Perry - June 1, 2022

I’m often asked, “What is the best time of the day to exercise?” My answer is always the same: You tell me! I’m not trying

They took my yacht! Can government impose sanctions against individuals?

Brad Klepper - May 1, 2022

Sometimes these columns are hard to write. You come up with an idea, but by the time it would be published, your idea is not

After 60 years, Gene Watson’s ‘Farewell Party’ is nowhere in sight

Kris Rutherford - May 1, 2022

It’s been six decades since Gene Watson emerged from his childhood home in Sumner, Texas, with a hobby that would eventually land him a spot

Reaping what you sow: Plant good seeds in your spiritual garden

Rev. Marilou Coins - May 1, 2022

May is the month for planting, not only flower beds, but also vegetable gardens. How many of you enjoy watching those seeds become a

Make sure your health is ‘fit to pass’ inspection

Bob Perry - May 1, 2022

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has scheduled its 2022 International Roadcheck for May 17-19. During this 72-hour blitz of commercial vehicle inspections, law enforcement

Exercise strengthens bones, muscles, increases stability

Bob Perry - April 1, 2022

By now, we all should know exercise is good for our heart, and we know exercise is good for our muscles — but what about

Nonsense syllables are completely clear on Del Reeves’ road to success

Kris Rutherford - April 1, 2022

Downt-downt-da-downt-downt-downt. Downt downt-downt-downt-da-down. Scrutinizing readers will immediately recognize the above lyrics as those the late country star Roger Miller sang to accompany the guitar licks