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June 26, 2024
'Company took advantage,' says driver after tow firm charged $1,400 for 30-mile journey

towing companies are under the microscope after drivers complained to federal agencies about excessive fees. One driver cited a charge of $1,400 to go 30 miles while other companies offered their services for $500 to $600. Heavy-duty towing companies are under fire after several complaints of bloated feesCredit: GettySeveral towing professionals spoke during a public […]

June 26, 2024
Dorothy Jean Miles, 86, Mansfield, Texas

Dorothy Jean Miles of mansfield, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2024, at the age of 86. Dorothy was born October 29, 1937, to Stella and Horace Kemp of Holland. She was a kind and loving woman who loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed things such as working in her flower […]

June 25, 2024
Arizona declares June 23-29 as Roadside Assistance Worker Appreciation Week

AAA Arizona celebrates this busy summer travel week by reminding motorists of Arizona’s Move Over law, which requires drivers to reduce their speed and, when safe, move over to the next lane upon encountering any vehicle with flashing lights pulled to the side of the roadway. Violators face financial penalties. AAA estimates that it will […]

June 25, 2024
'Company took advantage,' says driver after tow firm charged $1,400 for 30-mile journey - as officials slam 'junk fees'

towing companies are under the microscope after drivers complained to federal agencies about excessive fees. One driver cited a charge of $1,400 to go 30 miles while other companies offered their services for $500 to $600. 2 Heavy-duty towing companies are under fire after several complaints of bloated feesCredit: Getty 2 Several towing professionals spoke […]

June 25, 2024
Grand Prairie school trustees pick new superintendent

grand prairie schools will be led by Jorge L. Arredondo, a longtime Texas educator. The trustees on Monday unanimously approved Arredondo as the district’s next superintendent. “This is a proud day for the Grand Prairie ISD,” trustee president Amber Moffitt said in a statement. “We are confident that Dr. Arredondo will continue the long legacy […]

June 25, 2024
Diesel fuel remains top power choice for heavy-duty trucks, analysts say

  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Gasoline, diesel, natural gas and propane continue to be the primary fuel and technology choices for America’s commercial trucks, transit and school buses, with the population of advanced technology near-zero emissions diesels increasing four percent over 2022, according to the Engine Technology Forum (ETF). “As more of the nation’s trucking fleet […]

June 25, 2024
Five Reasons I'm Resisting the Electric Car Mandate in New Jersey

4 With the New Jersey Governor’s recent push towards an electric vehicle (EV) mandate, many of us find ourselves at a crossroads! While the push for cleaner, greener transportation is laudable, not everyone is ready to jump on the EV bandwagon. Here are five reasons why I’m not ready to be steered into buying an […]

June 25, 2024
Semi wrecker driver blames heat, police cite drugs in crash involving towed rig

A truck driver says he passed out due to heat before wrecking his semi wrecker while towing another rig in Indiana late last week.  The accident happened on Thursday, June 20th along State Route 63 near County Road 1780 South in Vermillion County, Indiana. As of June 25th, the case is still under review, but […]

June 25, 2024
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Arlington

arlington, TX — Independence Day is fast approaching so it's time to find out where you can celebrate in and around Arlington. Area events include fireworks, festivals and other Fourth of July fun. To help you fit it all in on your 4th of July calendar, Patch has put together a guide to what’s going […]

June 25, 2024
Owning a home is becoming less attainable in Dallas and across Texas

More Texas homeowners and renters than ever are struggling with high housing costs — and the state’s high home prices have potentially put the dream of owning a home out-of-reach for a growing number of families. That’s according to a new report from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, which also found that home […]

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