I turned to the final entry, which was dated the very morning of the fatal crash.

“October 16.

The storm weather is rolling in heavy today.

I believe I have finally uncovered the direct link between the illegal road usage and the relay tower project.

The private construction contractor listed on the maintenance work orders is a shell company registered to a holding firm connected to the municipal communications project.

I am taking the boys up to the cabin for our weekend trip as planned, but I intend to inspect the service trail one last time before we head home.

If I am wrong about this whole thing, I will drop it forever tonight.