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OOIDA’s Jim Johnston Dies at 78

Jan 13, 2018 | Industry News

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has announced that Jim Johnston, its long serving leader, has passed away at the age of 78 after more than a year-long battle with lung cancer.

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