A tribute to the legendary Bill Mack

LLN (8/12/20) – We’ll talk with the people who knew and loved legendary radio host Bill Mack, who died late last month, and discover why the “Midnight Cowboy” never met someone who wasn’t a friend. Also, spot rates get unexpected bumps as COVID-19 continues to disrupt contracted freight. Truckers have long played an important role in the nation’s security, but now, the Department of Homeland Security is considering trucking’s role in the future. And what do you do when your load requires a permit, but the permit office is closed.

0:00 – Newscast.

10:14 – Tribute to Bill Mack.

25:09 – The COVID bump (in spot rates).

39:53 – Truckers and security; permits when the office is closed.