Noteworthy
WYDOT, WHP and Ports of Entry got a big thumbs up from this grateful trucker.
The grill master making sure the hot dogs and burgers keep the truckers fed.
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October 2021
Photo: Mark Horan
12-18 and takes on a special significance considering the crucial role truck drivers have played during the COVID-19 pandemic. Americans in all fifty states have taken extraordinary steps to show their appreciation for the important work that professional truck drivers have done as we navigate our way through the coronavirus pandemic. From children passing out lunches, to “I ♥ Truckers” signs across America’s highways, the public has taken notice of the essential role truck drivers play in their lives. This week is a way to show appreciation to the 3.6 million professional men and women who not only deliver our goods safely, securely, and on time, but also keep our highways safe.” n
Photo: Mark Horan
By Mark Horan As part of the national Truck Driver Appreciation Week campaign, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) helped to provide more than 500 commercial vehicle drivers with a free lunch on Sept. 15-16 Lunches were available at the I-80 Port of Entry on Wednesday, and at the I-25 and US 85 Ports of Entry on Thursday. Some truckers went for the full meal deal – a freshly grilled hamburger or hot dog, chips, cookies and bottled water. Other truckers just stopped by for a snack. Small giveaway items were also handed out. The event was led up by volunteers from WYDOT’s Division of Motor Vehicle Services and the Commercial Carrier section within the Wyoming Highway Patrol. Other volunteers and all supplies came from the following organizations: Wyoming Trucking Association, Western Distributing Company, North Park Transportation Co, Bar S services Inc., TransPro Inc., Tri-State Generation & Transmission Assoc. Inc. WYDOT has taken part in this initiative for more than 20 years and looks forward to participating next year. It’s a small way to say “Thanks” to the tens of thousands of men and women who drive commercial trucks throughout the state every day. According to the American Trucking Association’s website: “This year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is Sept.
Photo: Mark Horan
Ports of Entry serve up lunch for commercial drivers during Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Commercial drivers filled their bellies as well as goodie bags during Trucker Appreciation Week.
