Elly the Electric Truck tells the story of a determined electric semi as she embarks on a big delivery adventure, outrunning fuel-powered vehicles and recharging after a full day’s work. Packed with bold illustrations by Tanya Matiikiv and a strong female lead, the book introduces young readers to electric truck technology while also challenging old-school gender roles.

Keith, a U.S. Navy veteran and third-generation trucking professional, knows the industry inside and out. Her experience spans truck manufacturing, engineering, leadership, and even professional driving—making her uniquely positioned to bring this story to life. The idea for the book came after she noticed the lack of female representation while reading to her young daughter.

Whether you’re behind the wheel or raising the next generation of truck lovers, this book is a reminder that the industry’s story is evolving—and there’s room for everyone in the driver’s seat.

Source: KOLO 8

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This milestone is more than numbers—it’s a reflection of TCA’s continued support for education, family, and the future of trucking.

“The TCA Scholarship Fund remains one of the most valuable initiatives offered through TCA membership, providing an opportunity to give back and honor the legacy and future of the truckload industry,” said TCA Scholarship Fund Chairman Joey Hogan of Covenant Logistics. “In the face of economic challenges, we were able to provide over $176,000 in scholarship monies, which reflects TCA’s strong commitment to this important program.”

Supporting Trucking Families Since 1973

Established over five decades ago, the TCA Scholarship Fund has helped thousands of students pursue higher education. All applicants must be in good academic standing and connected to a TCA member company—whether through family, employment, or direct involvement.

Endowed Named Scholarships

Four-year university students received both named and standard awards. Here are the named scholarship recipients for 2025–26:

• Katie Pulliam – Greater Omaha Express, NAIT Scholarship – $6,250
• Aadya Menon – NFI Interactive Logistics, John Kaburick Scholarship – $4,500
• Michael Henretty Jr. – Werner Enterprises, Darrel Clark Wilson III Scholarship – $3,250
• Jorkaeff Nogales – Bennett Motor Express, Kai Norris Scholarship – $3,250
• Nicholas Farrell – Load One, Thomas Welby Scholarship – $3,250
• Joe Smith III – Western Dairy Transport, Stoney Reese Stubbs Scholarship – $3,250
• Kaden Buatte – Prime Inc., Robert Low Scholarship – $3,250
• Annika Waltenberg – Bison Transport, Robert D. Penner Scholarship – $3,250
• Jennifer Miranda – Tucker Freight Lines, Thomas R. Schilli Scholarship – $3,250
• Kalee O’Brien – Paschall Truck Lines, Thomas R. Schilli Scholarship – $3,250
• Jorleney Aguirre – Landstar Transportation Logistics, Keith Tuttle Scholarship – $3,250
• Gitali Jain – NFI Interactive Logistics, Tom Kretsinger, Jr. Scholarship – $3,250
• Emily Ritenour – Werner Enterprises, Bill Giroux Scholarship – $3,250
• Caleb Studdie – Central Oregon Truck Company, Bill Giroux Scholarship – $3,250
• Brianna Telles Fernandez – Covenant Transport Services, Bill Giroux Scholarship – $3,250

Four-Year College Scholarship Recipients – $2,725 Each

• Emma Bowden – Roehl Transport Inc.
• Kennedy Buatte – Prime Inc.
• Teigen Wormstadt – Fortune Transportation Company, Inc.
• Hong Han – Kriska Holdings
• Gurjaan Rai – Bison Transport
• Sebastian Ruiz – S&H Express
• Matthew Tlapanco – Knight-Swift Transportation
• Ganella Adams – Brown Trucking Co.
• Kaitlyn Huff – J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
• Gabrielle McClister – Landstar Transportation Logistics, Inc.
• Andrea Mistichelli – NFI Interactive Logistics
• Caleb Moore – J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
• Zachary Polubinski – Spur Freight / AIT
• Hannah Sherer – Knight-Swift Transportation
• Kathrinne Sugandi – Millis Transfer, Inc.
• Jack Rogers – Don Hummer Trucking Corp
• Alec Schaublin – Thomas E. Keller Trucking, Inc.
• Brandon Stice – CFI
• Uriel Aguillon – Hendrickson
• Cooper Calvert – Paschall Truck Lines, Inc.
• Parnoor Singh Gill – Bison Transport
• Isabella Ivins – TCI Transportation Services Inc.
• Robert Tolhurst – Bison Transport
• Antonio Verdugo – TCI Transportation Services Inc.
• Brett Faccio – Buchanan Hauling & Rigging, Inc.
• Ethan Moore – Halvor Lines, Inc.
• Isaac Crespo – NFI Interactive Logistics
• Roberto Rodriguez – Landstar Transportation Logistics, Inc.
• Sadisha Widyalankara – Bison Transport
• Theresa Stephens – McLeod Software
• Kevin White – Prime Inc.
• Drew Merritt – Hendrickson
• Isilma Villalta – Roehl Transport Inc.
• Firas Elkhattabi – Boyle Transportation
• Chase Gugliuzza – TCI Transportation Services Inc.
• Jeremiah Mathew – Stevens Transport Inc.
• Logan Dudley – Knight-Swift Transportation
• Kendrick Brown – NFI Interactive Logistics
• Madeline Falknor – Fremont Contract Carriers, Inc.
• Lillian Maddox – Covenant Transport Services
• Isabella Yust – CFI

Two-Year College Scholarship Recipients – $2,000 Each

• Alanna Severson – Marten Transport, Ltd.
• Carson Kunze – Grand Island Express, Inc.
• Mabel Ornelas – Arlo G. Lott Trucking, Inc.
• Lucas Brooks – Givens Transportation Inc.
• Clare Phillips – Werner Enterprises, Inc.
• Jacob Greene – Covenant Transport Services

A Fair and Comprehensive Selection Process

Scholarships were awarded through an independent review facilitated by the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges (OFIC). The selection committee evaluated students based on GPA, major, extracurricular involvement, work experience, and overall academic promise.

Source: The Trucker

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