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MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — The Second Street Bridge, located over Riverside Drive in Macon-Bibb County, is closed indefinitely following damage caused by a vehicle accident. WEATHER | Severe weather warnings in Georgia anticipate strong winds and potential flash flooding this weekend. Second Street Bridge closed indefinitely in Macon-Bibb after truck crash damages beams (WGXA) IN YOUR COMMUNITY | Local activities happening in Macon this weekend: April 4 – 6. The Georgia Department of Transportation announced the bridge’s closure on Friday evening. Second Street Bridge closed indefinitely in Macon-Bibb after truck crash damages beams Photo: (Gloria Ruth Finney (WGXA) Engineers from…

FRA Member Spotlight Published January 15, 2026 by Jeff Jenkins | FRA Appalachian Region Consultant The Forest Resources Association (FRA) serves the wood supply chain, with its members contributing to its success. Representing loggers, truckers, mills, landowners, and allied businesses, FRA thrives on the diversity and expertise of its members. This week, I’m excited to spotlight Glockner Commercial Services, an Associate member that exemplifies these qualities. Based in southern Ohio, Glockner Commercial Services is part of the family-owned Glockner Enterprises, which has significantly expanded its insurance offerings, particularly for the forest products sector. They provide tailored insurance services to logging,…

Overturned Injunction Against California Trucking and AB5 An injunction that previously prevented the California trucking sector from being impacted by AB5, the state law that regulates independent contractors, has now been reversed. In a decision made on Wednesday, a three-judge panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit voted 2-1, following oral arguments presented in early September. Judge Mark Bennett, who dissented, expressed the potential consequences of the appellate court’s ruling in terms that have long worried the California trucking industry, which was originally involved in a legal battle initiated by the California Trucking Association (CTA). “California…

Bipartisan Legislation to Aid Veterans in Trucking Careers (Big Sandy, Mont.) – Following efforts by Jon Tester, the Chairman of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, President Joe Biden has signed into law the bipartisan Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act. This new legislation aims to simplify the process for veterans to utilize their education benefits to become truck drivers. Reducing Barriers for Veterans The legislation is designed to strengthen the trucking workforce by eliminating bureaucratic hurdles that have hindered veterans from applying their GI Bill benefits towards obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) via accredited educational programs. This change will…

Acknowledgment of Victoria Lombardo STOCKBRIDGE, Ga. — Victoria Lombardo has achieved the honor of being the inaugural recipient of the Rookie of the Year award from the Used Truck Association. Background and Role At just 26 years old, Lombardo serves as a senior marketing representative for Freedom Truck Finance and holds the position of chair officer for the UTA’s Young Members’ Committee. Her award was presented during the annual UTA convention last month in Indian Wells, California. Rapid Acclimatization to the Industry Despite her recent entry into the trucking sector and joining the UTA, officials noted that Lombardo has immersed…

Declining Values in Used Heavy-Duty Construction Equipment Amidst Rising Medium-Duty Equipment Prices LINCOLN, Nebraska — July 7, 2025: The latest market reports from Sandhills Global indicate varied trends in the used construction equipment market based on June data from their platforms, which include used construction equipment, farm machinery, trucks, and trailers. In the heavy-duty equipment sector, asking prices are decreasing, while auction values remain stable. Conversely, both asking and auction values for medium-duty equipment are on the rise. In the used farm machinery market, tractor inventories, along with asking and auction prices, are experiencing a downward trend. The stock of…

Trump Takes the Wheel of a Big Rig at the White House In a surprising yet light-hearted moment, President Donald Trump was seen exploring a big rig outside the White House as he worked to garner support for his health care reform bill. This unique encounter took place on a Thursday afternoon when he met with truck drivers and industry executives. During the gathering, Trump happily climbed into the cab of a parked tractor-trailer, honking the horn and pretending to drive the vehicle, much to the amusement of onlookers and social media users who quickly began using the hashtag #TrumpTruck…

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For truckers seeking companionship, specialized Truck Driver Dating Sites and Apps are emerging as the ultimate solution for finding romance in 2026. Traditional dating often doesn’t cater to the long hours and unpredictable schedules typical in a trucker’s life. Historically, drivers had to rely on chance meetings at truck stops or face the challenge of explaining their time away to partners with 9-to-5 jobs. However, advancements in technology have significantly altered this narrative. The leading platforms now incorporate innovative features like GPS integrations and route-matching algorithms, effectively bridging the distances that truckers often face. These apps connect drivers not only…

Creating a vocational truck is akin to updating an older kitchen. While the plan might seem simple—requiring cabinets, appliances, wiring, and plumbing—the reality often involves uncovering structural challenges, outdated wiring, regulatory issues, and space limitations that necessitate ongoing compromises. In the same vein, a service body is not merely attached to a chassis. Considerations such as weight distribution, tool cabinet placement, electrical loads, axle spacing, and frame clearances all interact with each other. Changing one aspect can require adjustments in multiple other areas. Upfitting vocational trucks has become more complex. (Photo: Mack Trucks) After making changes, many fleets lack the…