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You know those people who are always happy, loving life, and genuinely care about others? That's our Marilyn at the Clearwater Travel Plaza.  If you've had the privilege to meet her, you know exactly what I'm talking about. 

In continuation of our Professional Drivers series feature, Mike is in the limelight today.  He's been married for 26 years, is a down-to earth guy, and known to be the life of the party. Mike has been an independent professional driver for 16 years. Read all about Mike and his story below.

The smell of sweet icing and fresh dough will lead you to the glass display with your mouth watering. It may even cause you to press your nose against the case to savor the aroma. Do you know what I’m referencing? Donuts! We’re taking an inside peek at the history, size, flavors, and all that goes into our legendary donuts at Nelson Bros. Bakery.  

As our maintenance guru, Ron keeps things running smoothly at Clearwater Travel Plaza. He makes sure everything is kept in tip-top shape. Don't let him try and fool you with his quiet nature. Ron is laid-back, enjoys country life, and family time. Read on about Ron...

In the same vein as our staff series, we're also doing a feature on Professional Drivers. Their loyalty, longevity, and presence keeps us all going. We're putting the spotlight on Kevin today. 

Kevin has been a Professional Driver for 22 years. He may seem quiet, but he’s full of character, charm, and has a great sense of humor. Kevin has been married to his wife for 18 years. They enjoy their quaint little piece of land in Clear Lake, and their farm animals. Read all about Kevin and what he's up to. There may even be a few things that surprise you about him.

As you know, we're all about our people here at Clearwater Travel Plaza. They're the faces behind our name, and they wear it proud. We're giving you a chance to get to know some of our staff in a series of blogs. You'll learn tidbits, facts, and interesting information about the faces that serve you, always with a smile. We'll start with one staff member who has been a part of the Clearwater Travel Plaza (CTP) team for 38 years. Yes, you read that correctly. What a legacy! 

Tick, tock. Every minute counts. Optimizing efficiency is our forte. Our full-service facility offers our professional drivers the best of the best. We recognize there are other options available. Today we’re taking a look at a friendly comparison: us vs. them. I’m fairly certain you’re aware of who “they” are. Just in case you need a hint, one includes a five-letter word and accompanies a red and yellow and logo.

The ease factor is an underappreciated concept. Discover the ways we already achieve ease for our professional drivers. Our Petro truck stop location understands we all deserve a little more ease in our lives. 

There is a high demand for logistic transportation in our growing economy. So many areas fluctuate on a regular basis: traffic, frequency, and overall supply/demand to name a few. But, it’s the dedication of professional drivers that keeps the industry going. That keeps America going. Our friendly Canada neighbors help contribute to this in more ways than one.