There’s not a truck driver on the road that doesn’t know where Joplin, Missouri is located. Back in the day, Joplin was the trucking capitol of the United States, nearly every trucking company in America had a terminal, relay or drop yard in Joplin. Every trucker on the road spent a night in Joplin now and then.
Today, thanks to a devastating tornado that ripped through Joplin last week, the folks down there could use a little boost, please take a moment to visit/like Joplin, MO Tornado Recovery on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/joplinmo and learn how you can contribute.
If you would care to make a donation, please visit RedCross-Ozarks.org/Joplin.
The Great West Truck Show
June 9, 10, 11
Las Vegas, Nevada
With more than 300,000 square feet of truck related equipment, products and services, the 2011 Great West Truck Show, held in Las Vegas June 9-11, 2011, promises to offer something for everyone. Custom truck enthusiasts will appreciate the Custom Rigs’ Pride & Polish truck beauty contest, which draws the best-looking rigs from around the country. New this year is the Wash & Show, which allows working-class trucks to compete for bragging rights.
Those interested in staying on top of the latest developments in trucking won’t want to miss the SmartSessions, educational seminars offered in partnership with the California Trucking Association. Also on tap will be a Compliance Safety Accountability Workshop and CARB Regulatory Compliance Panel. Owner-operators will want to attend the free Partners in Business seminar presented by business advisors from ATBS. And rounding out the show’s highlights is a Health, Wellness and Safety Pavilion which will feature the latest products and services to help truckers improve their quality of life on the road.
“Given the impressive line-up of exhibits and events, we’re confident this year’s Great West Truck Show will offer owner-operators, fleet executives, company drivers and others in the trucking industry plenty to see and do,” says Alan K. Sims, vice president/executive director. Truckers who attend the show will also enjoy free onsite truck parking.
For details visit the Great West Truck Show.
Support Trucker Buddy International
Since 1992, Trucker Buddy International, often called the number one trucking image campaign in North America, has helped educate over one million schoolchildren and introduce them to the world through the eyes of professional truck driving men and women. The success of the program is largely due to the contributions of sponsors, driver volunteers and participating teachers. There is no cost to drivers or teachers to participate in the program.
Trucker Buddy Nation is a grassroots initiative for individuals to show their support through renewable, tax deductible donations. As a nonprofit 501( c )(3) organization, Trucker Buddy helps to educate students in grades 2-8 through a penpal relationship with professional truck drivers.
Students’ skills in reading, writing, geography, mathematics and history are greatly enhanced through fun and interactive learning. Your support is needed. All donations are welcome and tax deductible. Every dollar will continue to make a difference.
You can become a member of the Trucker Buddy Nation by making a donation today online or by contacting Trucker Buddy at 1-800-MY-BUDDY
Not familiar with our organization? We'd like the opportunity to show you why Trucker Buddy is one of the best image and educational programs in the trucking industry. Please contact us about questions or ideas, we will be more than happy to help. We're looking forward to hearing from you.
Of course any donation will be appreciated and will help keep Trucker Buddies and classrooms connected.
Send your check or money order to:
Trucker Buddy Nation
3200 Rice Mine Rd. N.E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
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