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NEWS IN BRIEF,
Continued from page 14

The following exceptional profes-
sional drivers were selected:
Eric Brockette – FedEx Freight, Little Rock
Mark Buckley – USA Truck, Van Buren
Dave Hall – ABF Freight, Little Rock
Weston Mars – FedEx Freight, Lowell
“I would like to congratulate
Exclusive. All-Inclusive. Simple. these drivers on being selected for
the Arkansas Road Team,” said David
O’Neal, the Arkansas Trucking
Patron Association vice president of safety
programs and industry engagement.
“Their safety records and dedication to
Utility Tri-State, Inc. trucking are an example of the best our
industry has to offer.”
Candidates for the Road Team
Supporters competed in the final stage of a selec-
tion process on Oct. 9 in Little Rock,
Aon Ark. Nominees were judged by a panel
Drivers Legal Plan of trucking industry professionals and
Stephens enforcement officials on their knowl-
The Larson Group edge of the trucking industry, dedica-
tion to safety, overall safe driving record
and ability to communicate the truck-
ing industry’s message.
Since forming in 2015, Road Team
captains have taken their Share the
Road safe-driving program to more
than 100 schools and other events
throughout the state. Presentations are
offered at no cost and can be scheduled
by contacting ATA at 501-372-3462.
“The Arkansas Road Team repre-
sents more than 12 million miles of
professional experience gained through-
out decades of driving across the
nation. These drivers have a passion for
the industry,” said Shannon Newton,
president of the Arkansas Trucking
Association. “They are trucking’s best
ambassadors, and we are proud to share
their stories and experiences with com-
In 1932, a small number of companies came together to lay the munities across the state.”
foundation for today’s Arkansas Trucking Association --- the
recognized voice for the trucking industry in Arkansas. ATA PROMOTES DAVID O’NEAL
Members today continue to provide the support that builds TO VICE PRESIDENT
David O’Neal has been promoted
upon those foundations. Founders Club members support ATA
to vice president, safety programs and
because they believe, like we do, that trucking is the backbone industry engagement of the Arkansas
of our economy. Trucking Association. He joined the
association as its director of safety ser-

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