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Organization Seeks Truckers Help in Combating Human Trafficking
Posted by Allen Smith in Talk Radio Show, Truck Stops, otr trucking, trucking on February 15th, 2010
During his campaign for Presidency, President Obama stated that the problem with human trafficking in America would have to be a top priority. Other than a post written for the Washington Post in June, 2009 by Hillary Clinton, like administrations’ before him, nothing has really been done. Perhaps Governmental officials just do not know how to tackle this $32 billion worldwide industry. Others however, are stepping up to draw attention to this horrific crime and they are looking at professional truckers and trucking companies for assistance.
In the past few weeks, the National Hotline has received numerous calls from truckers across the nation concerning human trafficking activity as a result of Truckers Against Trafficking and an interview with Chapter 61 Ministries. Federal agents have stated that they have been very pleased with the tips received from truckers. Please continue to call in tips and help put human trafficking perpetrators behind bars and rescue trafficking victims. The toll free hotline is 1-888-373-7888.
As a founding member of Chapter 61 Ministries, Kylla Leeburg has been instrumental in organizing grass-roots efforts to fight the issue of human trafficking in the state of Oklahoma. A former missionary in El Salvador, she has seen first-hand the devastation and long-term impact abuse, oppression, injustice and slavery, whether economic, social or sexual, has on people, from generation to generation.
Kylla has stated: “I have always been drawn to justice issues, whether it was working for human rights for gang members and glue sniffers in San Salvador or now working for the victims of human trafficking. I just believe we each have a purpose beyond ourselves in this world, and we need to step up and do our parts.”
In the three years since Chapter 61 Ministries formed, Kylla has worked to educate and bring awareness of injustice and human trafficking issues to the students and faculty in the high school where she teaches as well as to educational institutions throughout the state of Oklahoma. She has written articles and editorials on the issue for publications and has provided presentations and webinars on human trafficking and truckers against trafficking in a variety of settings, including the Big Rig Expo in Tulsa last October. She has participated as a panel member on human trafficking and taken part in committee and task force action teams.
The Truckers Against Trafficking initiative, which Chapter 61 began in March 2009, is the direct result of an idea birthed from information Kylla gleaned at the first national human trafficking awareness conference Chapter 61 Ministries put on in October 2008. Members of the trucking industry, by nature of their jobs and the high visibility and presence they maintain on our nation’s highways, can play a critical role in bringing this heinous crime to an end and seeing perpetrators brought to justice and victims released. “All they need is to understand the problem and be given the education, tools and tips to join the fight effectively.”
Kylla Leeburg was our special guest on Truth About Trucking “LIVE” talk radio, Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 at 7 PM EST. Discussion concerned the injustices of human trafficking in America and how you, as truckers can help rescue victims.
Hundreds of thousands of men, women and children are bought and sold across international borders each year. Approximately 70 percent are women and young girls. Help stop human trafficking in America and abroad. If you missed the live broadcast, you can catch it here:
Special thanks to Take No Glory, for the use of their song, Beautiful Slave, written after learning about the human trafficking crisis.
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The Quest for The Truth About Trucking with Dan Rather Reports
Posted by Max4health in Politics, Truck Stops, Woman Truckers, otr trucking, trucking show on November 12th, 2009
by Donna Smith
Monday evening Nov 9, 2009, Dan Rather Reports videoed part 2 of an ongoing trucking industry investigation at Willies Place Truck Stop in Carl’s Corner, Tx. The objective of this broadcast was to follow up from the Show of October 20th, “Queen of the Road” where Trucker Desiree and Tom Hansen discussed the poor practices going on in trucking, specifically the students in the CDL training mills and the new driver company training programs.
When the drivers first drove up and were entering Willies Place, some were confused, thinking that the show may create a poor image for drivers. After talking with many of them they soon realized that the intention of the show is to actually improve the image of the American driver by confronting the many scams that so many of them have faced throughout their career. The CDL school mills and new driver training programs are just 2 programs which are hurting the image of the drivers. This is because by churning out so many inexperienced drivers, not only are veterans being starved out of the business by newer lower paying drivers, but the lack of experience by these new drivers is not a true symbol of
the excellent driving skills which so many veterans possess. I personally talked at length with trainer Jimmy Watson of KLLM. Jimmy at first came to Willies Place concerned about the possibility that his reputation would be damaged by exposing poor training tactics of other companies. It wasn’t until I explained that by exposing and eliminating the poor training practices of other companies, that his company would not have to endure any kind of negative stigma which may result from them.
In this week’s follow up, “Truck Talk “, Dan Rather visited the big truck stop at Carl’s Corner, Texas, to hear from others within the trucking Industry. Truckers from across the country were encouraged to attend the live videoing of the follow up program so they could witness first hand the questions and discussions going on among Dan Rather and the stage panel: Todd Spencer ( executive VP of OOIDA), Michael Belzer ( Economics Prof of Wayne State), Miles Verhoef ( O/O), Derek Leathers (COO of Werner ENT), Tom Dean( Veteran Driver for Werner Ent) and Guest audience speaker Allen Smith of AskTheTrucker.com. Many Truckers were in the audience including Desiree Wood from the first Dan Rather Reports trucking Video, along with owner operators, company drivers, company trainers, and even a student who came to Allen for help regarding a wrongful statement on his DAC report which has ended his short lived trucking career of less than 1 year.
As you will see after viewing the Dan Rather Truck Talk video, the greatest part of this program has been the fact that it has brought truckers, blogs and organizations together, discussing the problems and issues within the trucking industry. As you are aware, Allen Smith has been an advocate for students and drivers and has been talking about the scams within trucking for quite a number of years now. TruckerDesiree and Allen, AskTheTrucker, for the last year have had a synergistic relationship, fighting for the rights of students, new drivers, the harassment women in trucking trainees, and even the veterans who are being starved out. Other issues only being addressed by Allen, are the DAC abuse and the Trucking Lease Scams,which hopefully will gain the attention of others as they are crucial topics which must be addressed.
Now, we have agreement with Todd Spencer of OOIDA, who personally told TruckerDesiree what a great job she did in the first video. Also notice in the video that Todd Spencer brings up how there never was a driver shortage, but the problem is the 125% turnover rate, something which Allen has been trying to explain to people for years and actually devoted a chapter to in his book, “The Truth About Trucking.” When I heard Todd say that, I wanted to jump out of my chair and personally hug him!! I did mention it to him later, although I didn’t hug him…

I want to say that this meeting/forum at Willies Place has given me a hope that I have never felt before. I felt unity and comradeship, people standing around discussing problems together. I had a great talk with Norita Taylor, media spokesperson for the OOIDA, as we discussed things like the importance of Jason’s Law HR1256 and the CDL training problems. Norita told me also that her boss Todd Spencer said that Desiree’s depiction of CDL training was right on, and how great it was to be able to meet and speak amicably on all these important issues.
You see, we all need to have the same agenda, the same common goal….THE SUCCESS OF DRIVERS AND TO” RAISE THE STANDARDS OF THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY.”
Watch Both Dan Rather Reports Videos ( “Queen of the Road” and “Trucker Talk” on the right side column!
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Truck Drivers Discuss Problems within Trucking Industry
Posted by Allen Smith in Truck Driving Jobs, Truck Stops, otr trucking, trucking, trucking life on November 11th, 2009
The most recent Dan Rather Reports, a second in a series, filmed on location in Carl’s Corner, Texas at Willie Nelson’s truck stop, Willie’s Place – brought a large number of truckers together who had the opportunity to mingle and discuss problems within the trucking industry. Owner Operators specifically, were sharing their concerns about the future of their livelihood.
Concerns such as opening the Mexican Border . . . the Cap and Trade issue . . . new EPA stipulations such as the SCR or EGR and its direct costs to the owner operators who for many, can barely keep their heads above water right now.
It was a good thing to see so many drivers discussing these important issues within the industry as long as it does not turn out to be just “more talk” as many of them shared with me was one of their concerns.
Jimmy Watson – Driver/Trainer for KLLM

Donna and I enjoyed spending time with one of the many drivers who attended, Jimmy Watson, a veteran driver and trainer with KLLM Transport.
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” Get Jasons Law to Gats” You Can Help
Posted by Allen Smith in Safety, Truck Stops, Trucker Donations, Truckers Health, trucking on July 17th, 2009
For the last few days there’s been a drive to try to assist Hope Rivenburg and family of slain trucker, Jason Rivenburg, to attend GATS!
The family plans on attending GATS in order to ensure that the Bill HR 2156 ( Jasons Law) is passed. They want to reach out to as many drivers as possible so they understand the importance of supporting “Jason’s Law” which will be part of a pilot program, expanding the amount of safe parking, therefore reducing the risk of another family experiencing the tragic loss that they have had to endure.
Shortly after the first post was written TG Graff of GoTruckStop.com immediatley responded by offering his booth to Hope and family. He has since then started a donation drive, ” Get Jasons Law to Gats” encouraging truckers from all over to donate$5.00 to the fund. It wasn’t long after that, others started to follow. Power is in numbers and we all need to help assuring that Jason’s family can attend GATS and represent the Bill which was started in his name.
Today TJ left a comment on the original blog post. This is what he wrote:
Comment:
I just wanted to thank everyone that has donated so far to the “Get Jason’s Law to
GATS” fund. As of this posting we have collected $510 … and hopefully more to
come.
GoTruckStop.com is also donating the cost to provide carpeting, table, and chairs
for the booth at GATS for Jason’s Law.
Won’t you please be part of this worthy cause?
Here is a chance to get up and do something that can make a difference to YOUR
industry.
If we had 500 folks just simply give $5.00 (the cost of 2 Starbuck’s coffees) we
would have Hope and her organization in Dallas.
How about it?
TJ Graff
Dir of Sales and Marketing
GoTruckStop.com
Just a few more days remaining friends. We need approximately $2500.00 more for Hope Rivenburg and her family to be able to attend the Great American Truck Show so they can ” Get Jasons Law to Gats” We ask you to donate just a dollar or two…..that’s all.
DONATE TO “GET JASON’S LAW to GATS”
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ATA and OOIDA Supports “Jason’s Law”- Will they Sponsor Hope Rivenburg?
Posted by Allen Smith in Politics, Safety, Truck Stops, Trucker Donations, trucking, trucking companies, trucking life on July 12th, 2009
by Donna Smith
Will Hope Rivenburg and Family be at GATS? With a little help from…….. OOIDA or the ATA
The families of Murdered Truck Driver Jason Rivenburg are continuing their campaign for “Jason’s Law”, H.R.2156, which will implement a pilot program to address shortages in safe parking for commercial motor vehicles on our National Highway System. It is necessary that we continue to collect as many signatures on the petition as possible in order to ensure the passing of the bill. Jason’s Law will create the 6 year Pilot Program in the amount of 120 million dollars in grants over a 5 year period.The legislation allows the Secretary of Transportation, in cooperation with appropriate State, regional, and local governments, to allocate funds to improve rest areas that serve the National Highway System.
Whenever I speak to Hope Rivenburg ( Jason’s Widow), gratitude just pours out of her. It’s quite humbling to speak to someone who has gone through so much, and yet so much of her words are in appreciation of others. She appreciates all the websites and blogs who have helped in the support of “Jason’s Law”, no matter how small or large they are, all the individuals who have expressed their most sincere condolences, and everyone who has signed the petition.
Along with the many individuals, trucking blogs and websites such as this one, there are 2 major organizations who are supporting Jason’s Law… OOIDA and The ATA.
During my conversations with Hope, she has expressed that she is also very grateful for the support of both The ATA and OOIDA . She said that OOIDA wished her the very best in all her endeavors when she had first contacted them about the proposed bill . Hope said that it wasn’t too long after though, when Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) released the draft of the bill “Jason’s Law” or H.R. 2156, they came to bat and supported the family and the bill through magazine postings and calls to action.
Hope and her family initially met with Congressman Tonko on March 14th, 2 days after Jason’s funeral, in a coffee shop in New York State, to discuss the need of the bill. Since that first meeting, Hope and her family members have worked tirelessly in order to make sure that this Law passes and that another family does not have to endure the same kind of tragedy or loss. You can read the family Journal which gives an account of the struggles and progress which they share on their Blog
On April 28th Congressman Paul Tonko introduced legislation H.R. 2156 in the House titled “Jason’s Law,” which would implement the pilot program to address shortages in safe parking. I think Paul Tonko’s name is engraved on the hearts of Jason Rivenburgs family, as well as many others who are grateful for his initiative in introducing “Jason’s Law.”
OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer said Tonko’s bill is a “good one” and urges members to call their representatives and educate them about how this bill will help provide safe parking for truckers. “We need to pursue whatever is possible to expand the amount of parking in areas where it’s so desperately needed,” he said. Read the entire post here.
Shortly after, the ATA quickly jumped on board and strongly supported HR 2156 and S971. In an article posted May of this year in FleetOwner Magazine, “Jason’s Law: ATA pushes for quick passage of truck-parking measure” President and CEO Bill Graves stated, “The parking shortage for commercial motor vehicles comprises the safety of drivers out on the road and requires a comprehensive solution involving all interested parties.”
This is a time when it is necessary that we all stand together ( as we are). Drivers, Trucking Blogs and Websites, OOIDA, the ATA and everyone else who is concerned about the safety of drivers’ lives out on the road and the desire to see” Jason’s Law” a reality( not a dream) are in unison together.
This August The Rivenburg and Hardendorf family members are hoping to attend The Great American Trucking Show ( GATS) in Dallas, TX. It is their desire so set up a booth and run their campaign, to reach so many thousands more about “Jason’s Law”, providing their many pamphlets, T-shirts, bracelets, etc….educating people about the crucial need and vital importance of this legislation.
As you can imagine, cost of the trip for the family members and the added cost of a booth at GATS, can be quite expensive.
I asked Hope Rivenburg if she would accept sponsorship from either The ATA or OOIDA for their campaign at GATS. She was thrilled and deeply moved at the thought of a sponsorship.
It is at this time we would like to make our plea for Sponsorship to both the ATA and OOIDA for the Rivenburg and Hardendorf family members. Please reach out and help them, as they have endured so much, and yet remain dedicated and loyal to the cause of their passing loved one and his fellow brother and sister truck drivers. We know how important this bill is to you, imagine how much more important it is to Jason’s family. Their presence at GATS will surely impress and imprint the hearts of thousands more.
ATA and OOIDA: Please contact Hope Rivenburg for your sponsorship. God Bless You
email at : h_rivenburg@jhlrivenburg.com
We thank you all for all that you have done, continue to do, and will do, in order to ensure that “Jason’s Law” becomes a reality and that Jason Rivenburg’s death was not in vain.
Special thanks for my friends who inspire me to be a better person and to fight for the rights and betterment of others:
Desiree, Damian, Fred, JB, Daniel, and all my twitter friends!
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The Virginia 2 Hour Parking Rule is Finally Over for Truckers
Posted by Allen Smith in DOT, Politics, Safety, Talk Radio Show, Truck Stops on June 21st, 2009
The long entailed battle of the 2 hour Parking Law in Virgina is finally over! On June 18th, 2009 it was made official that the 2 hour commercial parking rule was replaced with ” no overnight parking” signs. READ MORE
The state of Virgina had been forcing Truckers to break Federal Law by waking them up after only 2 hours of rest( parking,) before they could complete their 10 hour rest/break required by Federal law. Besides forcing them to break Federal law, a serious safety risk was at stake by allowing sleepless drivers to share the roads with other innocent drivers and vehicles.
Although the 2 hour parking law in Va had been in existence for many years, it was the relentless and persistent approach of Fred and JB Schaffner of The American Driver , which would eventually lead to the victory of ending it . Their continuous phone calls, letters, and even petition to the FMCSA, created an onslaught of followers and eager participants to help in their quest to end this dangerous law. JB and Fred got the ball rolling and and did not allow any obstacle to stop it’s momentum.
We would like to thank JB, Fred, and the many supporters who have contributed in the efforts to change the 2 hour Parking law in Virginia to an ” no overnight parking” rule. We also would like to thank Mr Jeffrey Caldwell, VDOT Chief of Communications, who played a major role in the change of this 2 hour Rule. Mr Caldwell was willing and gracious enough to address the situation on April 15, 2009 on Truth About Trucking Live Blog Talk Radio Show with Host Allen Smith, and guests JB and Fred Schaffner. You can listen to the show and hear JB and Fred Schaffner as they ask Mr Caldwell to address the serious issues facing truck drivers as they travel through Virginia.
We’ve spoken to JB and Fred on numerous occasions, and this victory is now in the past. They’re already addressing other issues on their agenda in order to aid drivers towards a better future. We’re grateful to them and to ALL who have recently joined forces together, sharing our one common goal and interest of, “raising the standards of the trucking industry.”
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Missing Person- Please Read
Posted by Allen Smith in Safety, Truck Stops on June 2nd, 2009
The last time Nakijah, nickname Kiki, was seen was 5/27/09. She is several months pregnant and was traveling from New York City to Binghampton, NY
Kiki was traveling with a large wire framed backpack and could have been stranded at a truck stop.
If you have seen her, or if you remember someone that may have resembled her during your travels, please call: ![]()
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804-931-7574
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Truck Stop Directory
Posted by Allen Smith in Safety, Truck Stops on February 20th, 2008
A professional truck driver gets to know the best places to stop for a meal or rest during their time over the road. Normally based on what services are available, ease of parking, safety, etc., each driver has their own “favorite” spots to stop along the way during their travels. These are mine:
ALABAMA:
Bucksville: Petro, I-20/59 @ exit 100
Cullman: Jack’s Truck Stop, I-65 @ exit 304
Grand Bay: T/A, I-10 @ exit 4
Robertsdale: Oasis Travel Center, I-10 @ exit 53
ARIZONA:
Eloy: T/A, I-10 @ exit 203
Kingman: Petro, I-40 @ exit 66
Tonopah: Rip Griffin, I-10 @ exit 103
ARKANSAS:
Earle: T/A, I-40 @ exit 260
Prescott: Rip Griffin, I-30 @ exit 44
Russellville: Flying J, I-40 @ exit 84
West Memphis: Petro, I-40 @ exit 280
CALIFORNIA:
Buttonwillow: T/A, I-5 @ exit 257
Coachella: T/A, I-10 @ exit 146
Corning: Petro, I-5 @ exit 630
Lodi: 3 B’s Truck Plaza, I-5 @ exit 485
Madera: Pilot Travel Center, Hwy. 99 @ exit 159
Ontario: T/A, I-10 @ exit 57
COLORADO:
Cameo: Gay Johnson’sA/T Stop, I-70 @ exit 47
Fountain: Tomahawk A/T Plaza, I-25 @ exit 128
Limon: Rip Griffin, I-70 @ exit 359
Loveland: Johnson’s Corner, I-25 @ exit 254
CONNECTICUT:
Branford: T/A, I-95 @ exit 56
DELAWARE:
Middletown: 301 Plaza, US 301 South
FLORIDA:
Jacksonville: T/A, I-95 @ exit 329
Lake Panasoffkee: Spirit Travel Center, I-75 @ exit 321
Mossy Head: Lucky 13, I-10 @ exit 70
Reddick: Petro, I-75 @ exit 368
Vero Beach: T/A, I-95 @ exit 147
GEORGIA:
Carnesville: Petro, I-85 @ exit 160
Richmond Hill: T/A, I-95 @ exit 87
Tallapoosa: Noble A/T Plaza, I-20 @ exit 5
Unadilla: All State Truck Stop, I-75 @ exit 121
IDAHO:
Boise: Boise Stage Stop, I-84 @ exit 71
Eden: Travelers Oasis, I-84 @ exit 182
Idaho Falls: Yellowstone T/S, I-15 @ exit 113
Post Falls: Flying J, I-90 @ exit 2
Twin Falls: Flying J, I-84 @ exit 173
ILLINOIS:
Effingham: Dixie Travel Plaza, I-57-70 @ exit 159
McLean: Dixie Truckers Plaza, I-55 @ exit 145
Peru: Crazy D’s, I-80 @ exit 75
Russell: T/A, I-94 @ exit 1
Troy: St. Louis East Truck Plaza, I-55-70 @ exit 18
INDIANA:
Brazil: Brazil 70 T/S, I-70 @ exit 23
Fort Wayne: Fort Wayne Truck Plaza, I-69 @ exit 109A
Memphis: Country Style Plaza, I-65 @ exit 16
Remington: Hoosier Heartland Travel Center, I-65 @ exit 201
IOWA:
Ainsworth: Four Corners, US 218 & Rt. 92
Altoona: Bosselman Travel Center, I-80 @ exit 142A
Denison: Ampride Truck Plaza, US 59N & Rt. 141
Elk Run Heights: Road Ranger, I-380 @ exit 68
Sioux City: Truck Haven, I-29 @ exit 143
Walcott: Iowa 80 T/A, I-80 @ exit 284
Williams: Boondock’s USA, I-35 @ exit 144
KANSAS:
Beto Junction: T/A, I-35 @ exit 155
Garden City: Garden City Travel Plaza, Hwy. 50 & 83
Newton: Newell Truck Plaza, I-135 @ exit 31
Oakley: Mitten Truck Stop, I-70 @ exit 76
KENTUCKY:
Corbin: Corbin Travel Plaza, I-75 @ exit 29
Paducah: Southern Pride, I-24 @ exit 16
Richwood: T/A, I-71-75 @ exit 175
Smiths Grove: Smiths Grove BP, I-65 @ exit 38
Sonora: Davis Brothers Travel Plaza, I-65 @ exit 81
Waddy: Waddy Travel Center, I-64 @ exit 43
LOUISIANA:
Bayou Vista: Bayou Vista T/P & Casino, US 90
Crowley: Exit 80 Travel Plaza, I-10 @ exit 80
Greenwood: Kelly’s Travel Plaza, I-20 @ exit 5
Grosse Tete: Tiger Truck Stop, I-10 @ exit 139
Hammond: Petro, I-12 @ exit 40
Tallulah: T/A, I-20 @ exit 171
MAINE:
Fairfield: Truckers International, I-95 @ exit 132
MARYLAND:
Elkton: Petro, I-95 @ exit 109A
Hancock: Little Sandy’s Truck Stop, I-70 @ exit 3
Newburg: One Stop Travel Plaza, Hwy. 301 S @ MM 3
MASSACHUSETTS:
Chicopee: Pride Travel Center, I-90 @ exit 6
Whately: Whately Truck Stop, I-91 @ exit 24
MICHIGAN:
Battle Creek: Te-Khi Travel Court, I-94 @ exit 104
Bridgeport: T/A, I-75 @ exit 144B
Dexter: T/A, I-94 @ exit 167
Dimondale: Windmill Truck Stop, I-96 @ exit 98A, I-69 @ exit 70
MINNESOTA:
Albert Lea: T/A, I-35 @ exit 11
Cannon Falls: Cannonball A/T Plaza, Hwy. 52 S & Rt. 24 E
Fergus Falls: Big Chief Truck Stop, I-94 @ exit 61
Sauk Centre: Trucker’s Inn, I-94 @ exit 127
MISSISSIPPI:
Escatawpa: Cone A/T Plaza, I-10 @ exit 69
Hattiesburg: Dan’s Truck Stop, US 49 S
Hickory Flat: New Mart, Hwy. 78 & 178
Jackson: Petro, I-20-55 @ exit 45
Winona: High Point Travel Center, I-55 @ exit 185
MISSOURI:
Cuba: Voss Truck Port, I-44 @ exit 208
Columbia: Midway A/T Plaza, I-70 @ exit 121
Matthews: T/A, I-55 @ exit 58
Oak Grove: Petro, I-70 @ exit 28
Strafford: T/A, I-44 @ exit 88
MONTANA:
Belgrade: Flying J, I-90 @ exit 298
Laurel: Pelican Truck Plaza, I-90 @ exit 437
Missoula: Muralt’s Travel Plaza, I-90 @ exit 96
Shelby: Town Pump Travel Plaza, I-15 @ exit 363
NEBRASKA:
Big Springs: Bosselman Travel Center, I-80 @ exit 107
Grand Island: Bosselman Travel Center, I-80 @ exit 312
Lincoln: Shoemaker’s Travel Plaza, I-80 @ exit 395
Ogallala: T/A, I-80 @ exit 126
York: Petro, I-80 @ exit 353
NEVADA:
Las Vegas: Petro, I-15 @ exit 54
Sparks: Petro, I-80 @ exit 20 EB or exit 21 WB
Wells: Flying J, I-80 @ exit 352
Winnemucca: Flying J Fuel Stop, I-80 @ exit 176
NEW HAMPSHIRE:
Lebanon: Exit 18 Truck Stop, I-89 @ exit 18
NEW JERSEY:
Carney’s Point: Flying J, I-295 @ exit 2C
Columbia: T/A, I-80 @ exit 4
Paulsboro: T/A, I-295 @ exit 18
NEW MEXICO:
Alamogordo: Timeout Travel Center, US 82 N
Casa Blanca: Dancing Eagle Travel Center, I-40 @ exit 108
Las Cruces: T/A, I-10 @ exit 139
Moriarty: Rip Griffin, I-40 @ exit 194
Santa Rosa: T/A, I-40 @ exit 277
Socorro: Santa Fe Diner & Truck Stop, I-25 @ exit 115
Springer: Russell Truck & Travel, I-25 @ exit 419
NEW YORK:
Binghamton: T/A, I-81 @ exit 2 W NB or exit 3 SB
Buffalo: Jim’s Truck Plaza, I-90 @ exit 52E
Dansville: T/A, I-390 @ exit 5
Fultonville: T/A, I-90 @ exit 28
Kanona: Wilson Farms AmBest, I-86 @ exit 37
Maybrook: T/A, I-84 @ exit 5
Mexico: Sun-Up A/T Plaza, I-81 @ exit 34
Waterloo: Petro, I-90 @ exit 41
NORTH CAROLINA:
Candler: T/A, I-40 @ exit 37
Dunn: Sadler Travel Plaza, I-95 @ exit 75
Mebane: Petro, I-40-85 @ exit 157
Salisbury: Derrick Travel Plaza, I-85 @ exit 71
Whitsett: T/A, I-40-85 @ exit 138
NORTH DAKOTA:
Bismarck: StaMart Travel Center, I-94 @ exit 161
Fargo: Petro, I-94 @ exit 348
Grand Forks: Big Sioux Travel Plaza, I-29 @ exit 138
Jamestown: Jamestown Truck Plaza, I-94 @ exit 260
Minot: Econo Stop, US 2-52 Bypass (EB) & US 83
OHIO:
Beaverdam: Flying J, I-75 @ exit 135
Hebron: T/A, I-70 @ exit 126
Leavittsburg: Short Stop Truck Plaza, I-80 @ exit 209 – 2.5 miles East
London: T/A, I-70 @ exit 79
Seville: T/A, I-71 @ exit 209
Stony Ridge: T/A, I-80-90 @ exit 71
OKLAHOMA:
Big Cabin: Big Cabin Truck Plaza, I-44 @ exit 283
Oklahoma City: Petro, I-35-40 @ exit 127
Sallisaw: Ed’s Truck Stop, I-40 @ exit 311
Sayre: Flying J, I-40 @ exit 20
OREGON:
Baker City: Baker Truck Corral, I-84 @ exit 304
Canyonville: Seven Feathers Travel Center, I-5 @ exit 99
La Pine: Gordys Truck Stop, Located on Whitney Road
Phoenix: Petro, I-5 @ exit 24
Troutdale: T/A, I-84 @ exit 17
PENNSYLVANIA:
Barkeyville: T/A, I-80 @ exit 29
Breezewood: Petro, I-76 @ exit 161 or I-70 @ exit 147
Duncannon: Clarks Ferry All American, 1/4 mile EAST of Hwy. 11-15
Frystown: Frystown All American Plaza, I-78 @ exit 10
Hickory Run: Hickory Run Travel Plaza, I-80 @ exit 274
Milton: Petro, I-80 @ exit 215
RHODE ISLAND:
West Greenwich: RI’s Only 24 Hr A/T Plaza, I-95 @ exit 5B
SOUTH CAROLINA:
Blacksburg: Mr. Waffle, I-85 @ exit 104
Columbia: Columbia 20 Travel Center, I-20 @ exit 71
Cowpens: Mr. Waffle Auto/Truck Plaza, I-85 @ exit 83
Duncan: T/A, I-85 @ exit 63
Florence: Petro, I-95 @ exit 169
Manning: T/A, I-95 @ exit 119
SOUTH DAKOTA:
Mitchell: I-90 Travel Center, I-90 @ exit 332
Rapid City: Windmill Truck Stop, I-90 @ exit 55
Watertown: Stone’s Truck Stop, I-29 @ exit 177
TENNESSEE:
Denmark: T/A, I-40 @ exit 68
Franklin: T/A, I-65 @ exit 61
Kingston Springs: Petro, I-40 @ exit 188
Lebanon: Uncle Pete’s Truck Stop, I-40 @ exit 239A
Monteagle: Monteagle Truck Plaza, I-24 @ exit 135
Niota: Crazy Ed’s, I-75 @ exit 56
TEXAS:
Amarillo: Petro, I-40 @ exit 75
Baytown: T/A, I-10 @ exit 789
Beaumont: Petro, I-10 @ exit 848
Big Spring: Rip Griffin, I-20 @ exit 177
Buda: Dorsett’s 221 Truck Stop, I-35 @ exit 221
Denton: T/A, I-35 @ exit 471
Edinburg: T/A, US 281, 5 miles North of Town
El Paso: Petro, I-10 @ exit 37
Gainesville: Hitchin’ Post Truck Stop, I-35 @ exit 500
Huntsville: Hitchin’ Post Truck Terminal, I-45 @ exit 118
Marshall: Pony Express Travel Center, I-20 @ exit 617
Ozona: Circle Bar A/T Plaza, I-10 @ exit 372
San Antonio: Petro, I-10 @ exit 582
Victoria: Big Vic Truck Stop, US 87 & 59
Weatherford: Petro, I-20 @ exit 409
UTAH:
Green River: West Winds Truck Stop, I-70 @ exit 158
Lake Point: T/A, I-80 @ exit 99
Ogden: Flying J, I-15-84 @ exit 346
VERMONT:
Wells River: P&H Truck Stop, I-91 @ exit 17
VIRGINIA:
Ashland: T/A, I-95 @ exit 92
Emporia: Sadler Travel Plaza, I-95 @ exit 11B
Raphine: White’s Truck Stop, I-64-81 @ exit 205
Ruther Glen: Petro, I-95 @ exit 104
Troutville: T/A, I-81 @ exit 150
Wytheville: T/A, I-77 @ exit 41 or I-81 @ exit 72
WASHINGTON:
Ellensburg: Flying J, I-90 @ exit 109
Kalama: Rebel Truck Stop, I-5 @ exit 27
Tacoma: Flying J, I-5 @ exit 136
Union Gap: Gearjammer Truck Plaza, I-82 @ exit 36
WEST VIRGINIA:
Jane Lew: Jane Lew Truck Stop, I-79 @ exit 105
Mineral Wells: Liberty Truck Stop, I-77 @ exit 170
Mount Nebo: U-Save Travel Plaza, Hwy. 19 & Rt. 129
Valley Grove: T/A, I-70 @ exit 11
WISCONSIN:
Black River Falls: Flying J, I-94 @ exit 116
Cadott: River Country Plaza, Hwy. 27 & 29
Curtiss: Abbyland Travel Center, Hwy. 29 @ Exit 127
DeForest: T/A, I-90-94 @ exit 132
Edgerton: Edgerton Shell Oasis, I-90 @ exit 160
Fond du Lac: Stretch Truck Stop, Hwy. 41 & CR OO
Green Bay: Country Express A/T Stop, I-43 @ exit 180
Hudson: T/A, I-94 @ exit 4
Janesville: T/A, I-90 @ exit 171C
Johnson Creek: Pine Cone Travel Plaza, I-94 @ exit 267
Oshkosh: Planeview Travel Plaza, US 41 @ exit 113
Racine: Petro, I-94 @ exit 333
Richfield: Richfield Truck Stop, US 41-45 & Rt. 167
WYOMING:
Cheyenne: Flying J, I-25 @ exit 7
Douglas: Broken Wheel Truck Stop, I-25 @ exit 135
Fort Bridger: T/A, I-80 @ exit 30
Lander: Stub’s Truck Stop, On Rt. 789
Laramie: Petro, I-80 @ exit 310
Lusk: Outpost Truck Stop, On US 85, 3 blocks S of Rt. 18-20
Rawlins: Rip Griffin, I-80 @ exit 214
Rock Springs: Flying J, I-80 @ exit 104
Aubrey Allen Smith is a veteran OTR driver with over 3 million safe miles. He is the author of the first and original Truth About Trucking.
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