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How, or will, new scooter regulations be enforced? SDPD responds ...
by DAVE SCHWAB San Diego Community News Group
Jul 12, 2019 | 12013 views | 2 | 10 | |
Scooter riders head south down the boardwalk in Mission Beach. / THOMAS MELVILLE / BEACH & BAY PRESS
New scooter regulations took effect July 1. But how are they going to be enforced? The answer, according to San Diego Police Department is: The same way all other laws are enforced, on a case-by-case basis, with highest-priority calls addressed first. At present, scooter violations will go into the general police-call mix and will be responded to according to their severity, said SDPD Lt. and spokesperson Shawn Takeuchi. "Officers will not have radar guns enforcing scooter speeds, and there are obviously some areas outside our jurisdiction that we cannot enforce," said Takeuchi. Noting SDPD's workforce remains below desired levels despite recent pay increases and heightened recruitment, Takeuchi said technology will be relied on to help slow scooters down in high-volume areas. "All the scooter companies will be required to use self-enforcing geofencing technology, putting 'boundaries' around certain areas," he said. "That technology uses constantly transmitted data to automatically reduce scooter speeds in certain designated areas." In specific geofenced areas, operators will slow scooters to 8 mph. Three of those designated areas are pedestrian-only, where operators will slow scooters to 3 mph with a push message notifying riders to leave that area. Geofencing will be in effect for beach-area boardwalks, Balboa Park, NTC Park, Mission Bay Park, Petco Park and pedestrian-only locations, including North/South Embarcadero, MLK Jr. Promenade and La Piazza della Famiglia in Little Italy. Takeuchi noted new scooter regulations now require them to be left in designated scooter corrals, 330 of which are now in downtown, with more being determined in other City neighborhoods. "Most corrals are being staged in front of red curbs, a dead- space area on the street," Takeuchi said. The SDPD spokesperson said education about new scooter laws for users of all ages will be a big part of the initial rollout of scooter enforcement. "We will stop double-riding," said Takeuchi, who added such violations are "not considered child endangerment." "What you find frequently is that out-of-town tourists are the ones engaging in this behavior," he said. "With tourists, our first approach is to educate them to cease their behavior." Takeuchi added the police department has to strike a balance between the spirit of the law and the realities of everyday enforcement. "We can't take a 100-percent zero-tolerance stance and just give everyone a ticket," he said. "We hire officers and train them to use their discretion." Concerning scooters and new regulations governing them, Takeuchi said the bottom line is,"We will enforce scooter violations as we can. We will use education and warnings first, then officers will use citations at their discretion."
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SD Dude
I spend quite a bit of time on the Boardwalk between Mission Beach and PB. The new regs, which went into effect on July 1, have had a positive impact. I see far fewer e-scooter riders zipping past me as I ride by beach cruiser (well) below the 8mph Boardwalk speed limit. However, the scooter parking issue remains. Many scooters are still parked and abandoned right on the Boardwalk itself. The Boardwalk is simply too narrow and congested to accommodate the parking of vehicles. The recent geofencing implementation should have included prohibiting riders (and the scooter stagers) from leaving them on the Boardwalk itself. Hopefully, the "2.0" regulations will recognize this and address this continuing problem.
EarthaBrute
Need to get some beat cops out on the street. How about using the Senior patrol to educate and warn people about the scooter rules? Police existence is practically nonexistent in SD.
Jumping off Ocean Beach Pier for a good cause
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Dozens of Junior Lifeguards, parents and members of the public jumped off the Ocean Beach Pier on July 8 during this annual fundraiser. / All photos by Thomas Melville
The Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego and San Diego Junior Lifeguards held the first session of their annual Pier Jump on Monday, July 8. Dozens of Junior Lifeguards, parents and members of the public jumped off the Ocean Beach Pier and swam back to the beach during this annual fundraiser. "Monday, we celebrate this important milestone with our Junior Lifeguards as well as fundraise to help continue our efforts in teaching every child in San Diego County how to swim," said "Buc" Buchanan, president of the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego. "Every $100 donation can save a life by funding swim lessons for one child in our community." Did you know: The goal of swim lessons is to make children safer in, on, and around water. • Among children 1-14, drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury death. • Formal swimming lessons reduces the likelihood of childhood drowning by 88 percent. • 79 percent of children in households with incomes less than $50,000 have little-to-no swimming ability. • Research shows 64 percent of African-American, 45 percent of Hispanic/Latino, and 40 percent of Caucasian children have little to no swimming ability. The mission of the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego is to save lives by funding swim lessons for underserved youth and providing aquatic safety education for all. Drowning is preventable and it is their vision to teach every child in San Diego County how to swim. Foundation impacts for 2018: $150,000 funded impacting more than 10,500 kids. This includes 6,000 swim lessons/visits to the beach experiences along with 4,500 aquatic safety lectures.
Tuna fishing industry monument pays homage to those who served
by JILL DIAMOND San Diego Community News Group
Jul 04, 2019 | 7149 views | 0 | 13 | |
Tuna Industry Monument is located at the Portuguese Historical Center, at 2831 Avenida De Portugal. / JILL DIAMOND / PENINSULA BEACON
Calling all past and present members of the tuna industry: It's time to honor those who served in the industry with a plaque or paver at the Tuna Industry Monument in Point Loma. Located in the front of The Portuguese Historical Center since 2014, the large black monument made of granite pays homage to all those in the tuna industry. With about 85 names engraved on plaques, there is room for more to be added. According to PHC President Therese Garces, she had the idea after many in the tuna industry were denied having their names included on a similar monument located at Shelter Island. "The Shelter Island monument has been there since about 1977 and was finished in 1984," she said. "It was created for the men lost at sea — they were pioneers and founders of the tuna industry. Their names were put on the monument but only those who passed away on a tuna schooner. The criteria for a plaque was very strict, one had to die on a a tuna boat and live in San Diego." That's when she had the idea of erecting another monument that would be more open to those in the industry. "A lot of families were getting upset because they didn't meet the criteria, and I wanted to do a monument that would honor any fisherman — crab, lobster or tuna — alive or deceased," she said. Today the monument stands proud and is rectangular in shape, has a fountain with a tuna man in bronze in the middle. There are also floor pavers surrounding it and leading into the center, as well as a granite bench that was placed by Avelino and Mary Alice Gonsalves, who gave $5,000 to get the monument started. "Now there are around 85 names on it with room for about a handful more on the monument itself," she said. The cost is $225 for a plaque on the monument and $150 for a paver. "We've had quite a bit of interest in the past few weeks," she said. "It's close to being done but we want to extend the monument one day. When we're done, there will be more than 100 names on it." Why would someone want to add a name to the pavers or the monument? "The tuna industry is gone and this is a great way for people to leave a piece of history," Garces said, "… and it will help to honor the guys that worked hard in the early 1900s up till the late 1980s. Point Loma was known as the tuna capital of the world; a lot of people don't even know that unless they look in a history book." She said the tuna industy went belly up around 1989 due to environmentalist uprisings that claimed "that dolphins were being killed in the tuna nets — and people who were buying tuna were worried dolphins were in the cans. "It was cheaper to go to American Samoa, Puerto Rico, and Panama after that to fish for tuna," she said. "It [the dolphin issue] blew the industry away — and screwed up our whole business." She added it was the end of an era and now fishing for tuna is outsourced and there are only five American tuna boats that fish for the product. "It's a sad thing," she said. "We are trying to keep the history alive with the monument and the pavers, we're also working to get a tuna museum on the Embarcadero to let kids know what the tuna boat looked like." Criteria for applying to have a paver or a monument includes being male; a tuna fisherman as a livelihood on a commercial vessel; a tuna industry-related job such as a captain, deck, boss, deck hand, unloading worker or owner; a resident of San Diego at any time; and doesn't have to be injury related. If you are interested in honoring those that gave, or those still giving, their livelihood to the tuna fishing industry, please see the application for criteria and questionnaire at phcsandiego.com. All applications will need to be approved by the PHC board of directors before the plaques and or pavers will be added, Garces said. It could take up to three months for names to be added and only 20 characters are allowed including spaces.
Major upgrades begin at Point Loma High School
by SCOTT HOPKINS San Diego Community News Group
The 800 building at Point Loma High School will be demolished beginning later this year as part of the ongoing remodel of the 94-year-old campus. It will be replaced by a three story, 20-classroom building. / Photo by Scott Hopkins
Point Loma High School Principal Hans Becker has read many recent social media comments and realizes some people are upset about the removal of the old Torrey pine trees at the school's Chatsworth Boulevard entrance. "We all really love the Torrey pines and don't like cutting down trees," Becker said. "But three of them were in pretty bad shape with cracks and diseases so it was determined they had to come down. But they will be replaced with new Torrey pines and other new trees and landscaping throughout the campus. "We're joining up with a local nonprofit, reclaiming the Torrey pine wood for use in the new media center as a nod to our history," he added. "These projects have been in the works for more than a dozen years," Becker said. "I think Point Loma High School should represent the best of what the community of Point Loma deserves in a new, beautiful facility where our students can continue to excel and feel Pointer pride just like everyone who passes by the school." Becker explained the other improvements that will be made to his school. The largest of those is a new three-story classroom building/media center that will rise along Chatsworth Boulevard where the Torrey pines once stood. It will replace the 800 building, a round, outdated structure that holds the current media center and all of the site's electrical grid, computer networks and telephone system in its basement. These systems will be moved over summer into a temporary location and must be operational before staff returns to prepare for the upcoming school year. All of these functions will be permanently installed in the new media center including a VoIP (voice over internet phone) protocol system that will be used throughout the school and in every classroom. With the 800 building slated for demolition in October/November, Becker emphasized students will see no issues with textbook issuing or study space. "They've moved all the books and computers to Room 402, an oversized room, and they've re-done the entire room, painted and carpeted it, and it will be open for business," he said. "This (overall campus renovation) is a 30-month process and [contractors] believe they can build the new building in 10 months and have it ready by November or December of 2020," Becker said. This new building will feature 20 classrooms and the new media center. The building's cost is estimated at $5 million. All work is being financed by Prop. S, Z and YY funds. PLHS's unique Engineering Department will be housed there. A project of Becker's, the classes "are designed as a pathway for students directly to top-level universities," he explained. "Students can enroll in four years of engineering classes using digital electronics, coding and hardware. Students finishing the program are already being admitted to such programs." Almost all classrooms at PLHS have been equipped with current technology, which includes an interactive whiteboard, an audio-visual cabinet, a teacher's presentation station, a wireless voice amplification system, an advanced-model document camera, a classroom DVD player, a netbook or iPad for each student, and a tablet for each teacher. "Point Loma will also be secured during the school day," Becker said, "With only one way on and off the campus from Clove Street." as a security measure. All campuses in San Diego Unified have been closed for lunch since 1994, Becker noted. Alumni, who are concerned about personalized bricks placed in the quad around the Pointer dog statue and along a bench in front of the school, need not be worried, Becker said. "The quad will be sealed off most of the time," he said. "The district has photographed every brick and will either replace or recast everything. They will be incorporated into the design around the campus. "The Pointer dog will be put in storage for two years and and have a new home, pointing everyone towards the stadium," he added. "Our hall of fame members will be honored with plaques or tiles set into the new concrete." And that concrete will add increased aesthetics to the campus. "They will be using pavers and more durable, stained concrete to give the school a nicer look," Becker revealed. When the new building opens, the next phase will begin, which includes removing the portable classrooms. This includes upgrades to the 300 building, installation of visiting spectator seating and a restroom/concession building on the north side of the stadium. The current patch of natural grass at the northeast corner of the stadium will be extended to cover the current basketball courts and provide additional much-needed practice space for Pointer athletes. Also planned for the stadium is a press box and ADA-required elevator. For students, the next 30 months will likely see them taking different paths of travel between classes. "We may have to increase passing time," Becker said. "I appreciate everyone's support as we go through this remodel."
My daughters went there. I have always been proud of this H.S. Though the Torrey Pines were felled, this is the FIRST time I've ever heard of any Torrey Pine being replaced on the Point and I've been involved in several battles in O.B. to preserve them. My pride continues.
chiefdn
I remember going to PLHS when the old building was tore down and the 'new' buildings were put up. I dont remember if the 800 building was put up then or not. Funny that to me, those buildings are still considered new, but for the students of today, they are almost as old as the school was to me when i went. almost... but that old building definitely had more style! Good luck PLHS! You are there to teach, not reminisce... as they say; thats job one.
Point Loma High School theater program takes home National Youth Arts award
by Samantha Webster San Diego Community News Group
The leads from Point Loma High School's production of "Heathers: The Musical" in cheesy prom poses to promote their show. Fiona Byrne ('20) is in red, and Bethany Baker ('21) is in green. Courtesy photo.
Point Loma High School's recent production of "Heathers: The Musical" received a National Youth Arts award for Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Musical and a nomination for Outstanding Direction.
The NYAA are held at the end of each academic year to recognize outstanding theatrical and technical theater student performances throughout San Diego. This year marks the 14th annual awards ceremony.
This past spring, Point Loma High School's theater program performed the rock musical "Heathers: The Musical." Based off of the 1988 black comedy "Heathers," this musical parodies John Hughes' high school movies and comments on high school romances, queen bee cliques, and teen violence.
Amy Chagnon, director of the production, said that the 2018 Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, or Parkland shooting, inspired her to put on this production. "Because 'Heathers' deals with suicide, teen violence, gun violence, I find it very important to tackle those issues face-forward. We are lucky to have an administration that is willing for us to put on edgier productions if we will learn something from that experience."
Chagnon, who is also a drama teacher at Point Loma High, was nominated for her direction of this production. She has been the drama teacher and director as well as an English teacher at Point Loma for the past two years.
In a conversation with Chagnon, she said that the enthusiastic students contributed to the success of the show. "A major part of the success of any high school theater production is when the students commit to the production. They really stepped up to the plate, showed up, and made the show a priority."
And the students did step up to the plate. Fiona Byrne (Class of 2020) won Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Musical for her portrayal of teen alpha Heather Chandler. Byrne attributes her win to the strength of the cast. "I was fortunate to have a super supportive cast around me who made every moment better. They were great scene partners as well as great friends."
Bethany Baker (Class of 2021), who was nominated in the same category for her performance as one of Heather Chandler's sidekicks, Heather Duke, agrees with Byrne. "The thing that most contributed to my success in this production was my cast and the energy we all had with each other."
Ironically, Point Loma High School set out to interpret a musical that focuses on high school drama and cliques; yet in the process, the students created lasting memories and friendships. Chagnon muses that the growth of the tight-knit cast was the most rewarding out of the whole process. "Some of these students had never been in a production in their life and had stage fright. I see that progress in their faces from the first day of rehearsal to closing night. I've seen how much confidence they've gained and friendships they've made in those two to three months. I am proud to have impacted them in that way."
Roberta Ates
Keep an eye on this Chagnon director; I've been following her since she was a Stage Director at the Starlight. She's GOOD!
Hit-and-run driver gets three years for death of UC San Diego student
A hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a UC San Diego student was sentenced on June 26 to three years in state prison. Corundolus Toussaint, 40, said nothing in court and was handcuffed immedia...
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Gunman in Point Loma ordered to trial for murder
After several witnesses identified a man as the gunman who shot a woman to death in Point Loma, a judge on June 26 ordered him to stand trial for murder. Joe Bennette Conway, 43, is accused of kill...
Annual Athenaeum Summer Festival to feature local favorite Gustavo Romero and other live music to check out
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How to Quit Smoking for Good
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Does Nicotine Give You a Buzz?
The nicotine buzz is the pleasurable sensation experienced when the body releases dopamine after inhaling nicotine. It is mainly experienced by beginners or people who have stayed for an extended time without smoking. After continuous use, the buzz disappears. This is because one's system weakens, limiting the ability to feel pleasure.
1 What Does A Nicotine Buzz Feel Like?
2 Cigarette Buzz Effects
2.1 Nicotine High Symptoms
3 How Long Does A Nicotine Buzz Last?
4 Does Vaping Give You A Buzz?
5 How To Deal With Nicotine Buzz
6 Nic Buzz: The Last Word
What Does A Nicotine Buzz Feel Like?
Once the nicotine gets to the brain, most people experience a state of calmness, increased concentration, and alertness. Others also get a headrush which may then lead to lightheadedness or being dizzy.
However, nicotine is not the only contributor to these feelings. The release of dopamine and other neurotransmitters after smoking also plays a big role.
Cigarette Buzz Effects
The high experienced when smoking cigarettes also come with a few side effects. Some of them are:
When the nicotine gets into the body, it releases a hormone called the epinephrine. This hormone gains access to the nervous system and disrupts normal function. One experiences rapid breathing, an increase in blood pressure, and heart rate.
May lead to insulin resistance. Nicotine triggers the body to produce adrenal androgen hormones. This hormone impacts the level of glucose in the body which may lead to hyperglycemia. Insulin resistance may also lead to developing heart disease or type 2 diabetes.
Other effects also include nausea, headaches, dizziness, and irritation. In addition, smoking may also worsen pre-existing conditions such as asthma and disrupt your sense of smell and taste.
Smoking also has severe long term effects on human health. Conditions like cancer, osteoporosis, and erectile dysfunction are common. There is also a possibility of sudden death due to brain infarctions.
Non-users also experience the effects of cigarette smoking. According to research done on secondhand exposure, passive smokers are also at risk. Inhaling the smoke from cigarettes for a long time may cause harm to one's body.
Secondhand exposure does not include other toxic combustion products. However, it may still cause significant damage to one's health. This occurs when one exposes themselves to the smoke for over a long period of time.
Nicotine High Symptoms
Being high on nicotine may present itself with the following symptoms:
Having a headrush
Being alert
Feeling calm and relaxed
Increased focus and energy
However, during those times when one has smoked too much to get the buzz, it may lead to nicotine poisoning. Some of the symptoms include:
Sweating and excess saliva in the mouth
For those extreme cases, it may range from low blood pressure to seizures and coma.
How Long Does A Nicotine Buzz Last?
The pleasure that comes with smoking only lasts for a few seconds, then it's back to reality. For those willing to risk it and get a 'nic buzz' that lasts even longer, they may go all out and smoke a little bit more. The con with this is that it will no longer be a pleasing experience. One may suffer from nicotine poisoning and get nauseated, dizzy, shaky or even disoriented.
The more one craves and reaches for the buzz, the further away it gets. This sinks people deeper into addiction and dependence. To experience the buzz, again one would have to give up smoking for longer periods. If not, they should stop chasing the nicotine head rush.
There are those who just smoke for the thrill and are not dependent on the cigarettes. It is best to keep the smoking very minimal and stick to safer alternatives.
Does Vaping Give You A Buzz?
Vaping will give a buzz depending on what one uses. The products should stimulate the necessary neurotransmitters that make the buzz feeling possible. Without this stimulation then there can not be a buzz of any kind.
Vaping with non-stimulative substances is mainly for those who are ready to give up smoking. This helps for those times when one wants to smoke. It keeps people away from the harmful substances found in cigarettes. For most people, the pressure to smoke, especially around friends who do is quite intense. Vaping will go a long way to ensure that one keeps on track but also does not feel left out.
How To Deal With Nicotine Buzz
The best and most effective way to deal with the nicotine buzz is to quit smoking completely. Easier said than done, right? Well, there are many ways to keep oneself occupied and avoid any thoughts of having a smoke. Some of these include:
Engaging in physical activities
Take a walk, play some cards, drive around, or join the gym. Having something to do and focus all the energy on is a good way to stay distracted and reduce the temptations to smoke.
Finding new hobbies
Life gets so busy that people forget about all the things they love to do. Well, rediscovering old and new things to do is important. This will not only help to keep away from the nicotine but it will also help polish up skills that could be very useful.
Dehydration elicits some reactions that may lead one to smoke. Being dehydrated may lead to anxiety and confusion which in turn brings on cravings. It is important to note that once these cravings present themselves, having a glass of water will bring things back to normal.
Reaching out to friends
Sharing the struggles of life with friends helps relieve the burden and promotes growth. Acknowledging that smoking is not good and deciding to change is everything. Having friends who are accountability partners will keep one in check to avoid disappointments.
Always remember why
What is the reason behind the decision to quit smoking? If the reason is strong enough, backing down will not be an option. Get clear on it and keep it close always.
Consulting a doctor is also very important. Quitting can not reverse all the effects caused by smoking. It is important to get professional help. To better understand what more is needed to ensure all efforts bear fruit. A doctor may also give advice on how to deal with withdrawal symptoms. This will make the transition easier.
Managing a nicotine buzz is also an option. This means that smoking should not be too frequent. Paying attention to this will ensure that the buzz is always felt whenever one smokes.
Nic Buzz: The Last Word
The pleasurable feeling experienced when smoking cigarettes should not be abused. It is clear that if one becomes a frequent user, then the high will disappear. This leaves people yearning for that feeling they once enjoyed.
Beware not to overlook the effects that come with the nicotine buzz. Keep in mind that nicotine should be taken with moderation to avoid nicotine poisoning.
The buzz does not last for a long time. It only takes a few seconds to get back to normal. In light of this, deciding to quit smoking should be a decision made for a good reason.
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WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW – Week of Valentine's Day
(Last Updated On: May 2, 2022)
WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW
It's a howlin' good time during the Westminster Dog Show and New York goes to the dogs for two days during Valentine's Day week. The Westminster Kennel Club sponsors the show for nearly 3,000 dogs who strut their stuff and hope to win the prize of top dog. However, winners get a trophy and bragging rights only. There is no prize money. Of course, breeding contracts often follow.
The show is an opportunity to introduce new breeds. For example, in 2019 two breeds introduced were the Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen (or "Grand") and the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje (pronounced Koi-ker-hond-yuh, also known as a Koiker).
HOW TO OBSERVE #WestminsterDogShow
You may not want to show your dog at the Westminster Dog Show. It costs between $50,000 – $100,000 to get your dog muscled, groomed, and trained for the show.
Tickets to get into the show are between $35.00 and $600.00 per day.
You can watch it on television sports channels or follow it on social media. Share your favorite moments, breeds, and breeders from the show. Use the hashtags #WKCDogShow #RoadtoWKC #WestminsterWeek
WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW HISTORY
The dog show came from a gathering of sporting gentlemen who formed a club and started a kennel.
Before there was a Brooklyn Bridge, World Series, Washington Monument, or an American Kennel Club, there was a dog show in New York. The only U.S. sporting competition older than the Westminster Dog Show is the Kentucky Derby which is two years older. The New York Bench Show of Dogs premiered in 1877 at Gilmore's Garden. The show was later moved to its current home, Madison Square Garden. The first year attracted more than 1,200 dogs.


As soon as I saw Molly, I knew we had to feature her. Not only did she make her entire costume, but she told me it was just something that she threw together last minute!
Cosplay Origins: Molly had always loved both sewing and comics, but it wasn't until she attended her first Comicon that she realized that she could combine them both. She still feels like that first year she attended was a missed opportunity, but from the looks of things, I would say that she is more than making up for lost time.
Cosplay Pride: Molly is a serious seamstress and creates her own patterns for her pieces. She has really refined her skills over the years, so much that she has even made costumes for others. In fact, she is most proud when she can make what seems impossible possible.


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About Cole County
Cities, Towns & Communities
Biographies A-G Index
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Eugene Thompson
Eugene Thompson. Among the farmers of Cole County who have been very successful, and are worthy representatives of their calling, may be mentioned Mr. Thompson, who was born in Jefferson City in 1858, and has been identified with the interests of the county from childhood. He is the only child of Charles and Molly (Gordon) Thompson, who were born in Massachusetts and Virginia, respectively. The father left home at an early day, and followed the stone cutter's trade (which was his father's calling) in New York. He was first married in Binghamton to Cordelia Treadwell, who died in Illinois February 22, 1854, leaving two children, Charles H. and James L. In 1853 Mr. Thompson came to St. Louis, and after working at marble cutting for about a year came to Jefferson City, where he formed a partnership with J. L. Flemming, and started an extensive marble yard, becoming in time well-known throughout the State. In 1861 this firm was dissolved, soon after which time Mr. Thompson purchased a fine farm of about 400 acres on Moreau Creek. While residing in Jefferson City he was married to Miss Gordon, whose parents were John T. and Elizabeth (Berry) Gordon, natives of Virginia. They immigrated to Ohio in 1836, thence three years later to Missouri, where they settled a fine river bottom farm of 600 acres in Cole County. Mr. Gordon was a very thrifty farmer, and became well known throughout the State. He died in 1866, at the age of sixty-six years. His wife died in 1870. After locating, Mr. Thompson at once proceeded to improve his farm, and also opened a marble yard, which rapidly increased in importance, his trade extending over many of the adjoining counties. He continued this business and farming until 1868, when he received a paralytic stroke, after which he practically retired from the active duties of life. July 27, 1874, this well-known and highly esteemed old citizen passed away, deeply regretted by many friends. His excellent wife still survives him, and makes her home with her son Eugene. The father, at the beginning of the war, organized a company of Enrolled Militia, but did not serve outside the State of Missouri, being principally on guard duty. He was a stanch Republican in politics. Eugene Thompson was actively engaged in assisting his father in his youth, and also attended the public schools near his home, entering, in 1871, a school in Pittsfield, Mass., which he attended one year, then returned home and remained until after his father's death. In 1876 he again returned to Pittsfield, Mass., and after taking a two years' course returned home and assumed management of the farm, and has made valuable additions on his already finely improved place, and besides repairing his old barn has built a new one, which is said to be the largest and the finest in the county. He has a large orchard of choice fruits, and has given much of his attention to stock raising, making a specialty of Durham and Hereford cattle, Chester-White and Poland-China hogs, and breeds Norman horses for draft. His average yield of oats is from fifty to seventy bushels, wheat, eighteen to twenty-five, and corn, forty to sixty bushels to the acre. He is an active politician, and votes with the grand old Republican party. In 1880 he was wedded to Miss Vanetta Rawson, a native of Wisconsin, and a daughter of Charles and Ellen (Adams) Rawson, who were natives of York State and Ohio, respectively. His wife is a member of the Methodist Church, and they are the parents of the following children: Mary Luceby, Malinda, Arthur Eugene, Clara Elizabeth and Nellie.
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History of Cole, Moniteau, Morgan, Benton, Miller, Maries, and Osage Counties, Missouri, Goodspeed Publishing Company (1889).
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Cultivating a saltwater tank is different from cultivating a freshwater tank in many ways, the most obvious of which is the necessity of adding salt to the water in a marine tank. Preparing saltwater for a marine tank is more than just adding a scoop of salt to the water – there is a specific process you must go through to prepare the water properly before using it. This is not a process you can rush because if the parameters of your tank water are not just right it could result in serious consequences for your fish. If you are new to the aquarium hobby, do yourself a favor and learn the basics about preparing saltwater so you will know how to do it properly when the time comes.
When it comes to preparing the saltwater for your marine tank you will need to select a salt mix to use. You cannot simply use table salt in your fish tank and regular aquarium salt will not work either because it is generally intended for use in freshwater tanks. What you need is a specially formulated salt mix that contains the proper balance of salt and trace elements marine species need to thrive. The key to choosing a salt mix is to find one that mimics the natural composition of sea water as nearly as possible. In order to achieve this, the sea salt mix should contain traces of calcium, chloride, magnesium, potassium, sodium, sulfate and a variety of other minerals. The best way to choose a salt mix is to compare several different brands – in addition to comparing prices, look to see how the salt is prepared, what elements are included and look for reviews on the products to see what other consumers think. You should also be aware that there is a difference between salt mixes intended for fish-only and reef tank setups so be sure to choose a mix that is right for the type of tank you intend to cultivate.
Not only do you need to mix your saltwater before filling your tank the first time, but you will also need a supply of saltwater on hand for performing weekly water changes. Unlike freshwater aquariums, you cannot simply squeeze in a few drops of aquarium water conditioner and then dump the new water directly into the tank – to perform a water change in a saltwater tank you need to prepare the saltwater the day before. Because you will be mixing saltwater on a regular basis it would be wise to create a mixing container designated specifically for mixing saltwater. Depending how much water you need, this container could be as large as a 50-gallon trash container. In addition to the container and the salt mix, you will also need a powerhead to aerate the water, a heater to heat it and a thermometer to monitor the water temperature -- to measure the salinity of the water you will also need a refractometer or a hydrometer.
In order for your aquarium fish to thrive it is essential that you provide them with a healthy tank that mimics their natural environment as closely as possible. Creating an authentic marine tank environment is more than just decorating the tank – you also need to match the parameters of the tank water to that of the ocean in terms of temperature and salinity. To maintain a stable specific gravity in your tank you will need to measure the salinity of the tank before performing a water change so you can be sure to match the specific gravity of the new water to that of the main tank. If you feel the need to top off your tank to accommodate for evaporation, do so with freshwater rather than prepared saltwater because as water evaporates from the tank, the salt content will be left behind. For more accurate readings of specific gravity, you may want to upgrade from the standard refractometer or hydrometer to an electronic salinity monitor.
There is nothing more satisfying that showing off a thriving marine tank environment but achieving a healthy saltwater tank is not always easy. Not only do you need to choose the right equipment and tank inhabitants but, more importantly, you have to cultivate and maintain an authentic saltwater environment. If you do not choose the right salt mix or if you do not prepare it correctly, it could result in dire consequences for your fish. Do yourself and your fish a favor and learn the basics about preparing saltwater before you attempt to setup your marine tank for the first time.


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Florida has it's own version of Bigfoot, known as the Skunk Ape, thought to be a distinct separate species from the Sasquatch. In a recent news segment Florida's WCJB-TV interviews those who have talked to witnesses and reveal the popular diet of the Skunk Ape. read the report below followed by the video segment.
What can the dark shadow passing through the woods be?
John Bird is a manager at BC Quarter Circle Ranch in Fort White.
He says a neighbor who lives down the road told him he had seen skunk apes.
"He said that they were pulling the spanish moss off the trees and eating it," Bird said, remembering what a neighbor had told him. "He also told my fiance and i and her uncle that he on a regular basis feeds these skunk apes sweet potatoes and plantains."
And while it may seem strange, skunk ape sightings are not uncommon in the area.
Bob Hagen, owner of the ranch says he's lived on the property his whole life… he says his grandparents and great-grandparents told him stories about the mysterious creature.
"I have actually never seen anything that i would swear to you is sasquatch, skunk ape, or bigfoot, or anything else," he said.
But, he adds, he has seen some strange stuff around.
"I was out on the tractor on the pines a couple of months ago, and first, out of the corner of my eye I saw something pretty large moving through the pine trees," Hagen said.
Big foot, sasquatch, or florida skunk ape, thos who claim to have seen it say its tall, dark, but not quite so handsome.


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Byram Township, New Jersey
Township in New Jersey
Township of Byram
Morris Canal at Waterloo Village in an early postcard
Nickname(s):
"The Township of Lakes"[1][2]
Map of Byram Township in Sussex County. Inset: Location of Sussex County highlighted in the State of New Jersey.
Census Bureau map of Byram Township, New Jersey
Byram Township
Location in Sussex County
Show map of Sussex County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Show map of New Jersey
Location in the United States
Coordinates: 40°57′36″N 74°42′48″W / 40.960099°N 74.713361°W / 40.960099; -74.713361Coordinates: 40°57′36″N 74°42′48″W / 40.960099°N 74.713361°W / 40.960099; -74.713361[3][4]
Byram family
Faulkner Act Council-Manager
• Body
Alex Rubenstein (term ends December 31, 2021)[5]
• Manager
Joseph Sabatini[6]
• Municipal clerk
Doris Flynn[7][8]
22.262 sq mi (57.659 km2)
• Water
1.189 sq mi (3.080 km2) 5.34%
123rd of 566 in state
11th of 24 in county[3]
1,053 ft (321 m)
(2010 Census)[11][12][13]
(2018)[14]
274th of 566 in state
5th of 24 in county[15]
396.2/sq mi (153.0/km2)
11th of 24 in county[15]
UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
UTC-4 (Eastern (EDT))
07874 - Stanhope[16]
3403709160[3][17][18]
0882263[3][19]
www.byramtwp.org
Byram Township — "The Township of Lakes"[1] — is a township in Sussex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 8,350,[11][12][13] reflecting an increase of 96 (+1.2%) from the 8,254 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 206 (+2.6%) from the 8,048 counted in the 1990 Census.[20]
2 Mining
4.1 Census 2010
5 Parks and recreation
5.1 Trails and hiking
5.2 Parks
5.2.1 Waterloo Village
6.1 Local government
6.2 Federal, state and county representation
6.3 Politics
8 Transportation
8.1 Roads and highways
8.2 Public transportation
Byram Township was created by an act by the New Jersey General Assembly on February 5, 1798, from portions of the now-defunct Newton Township, and was incorporated on February 21, 1798, as one of New Jersey's initial group of 104 townships.[21] The township was named for the Byram family, who were early settlers in the area.[21][22][23] Byram Township was named in honor of patriarch Jephthah Byram and his family, who are believed to have emigrated to the area after the American Revolutionary War.[22] Before being named Byram, the community had been called Lockwood. In fact, the Lockwood Tavern continued to hold this name until its demolition in 2015, to make room for a CVS Pharmacy. In 1829, a section of Green Township was incorporated into the township.[21] Portions of the township have been taken to form Sparta Township (April 14, 1845), Brooklyn borough (March 24, 1898, now called Hopatcong) and Stanhope borough (March 24, 1904).[21]
There are many historical sites located in Byram. The town's oldest structure, the 1802 Leport House, stands by the Byram General Store on Sparta-Stanhope Road.[24] The Lockwood Cemetery, established around 1818, consists of about 30 gravestones and the remnants of a church's foundation. The 1853 Roseville Schoolhouse was recently moved from its original location on Lackawanna Drive to Mansfield Drive.[25]
In 1911, the Lackawanna Cut-Off rail line opened through Byram Township, with a station stop near the current Forest Lakes neighborhood. The Cut-Off was part of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad's mainline from Hoboken, New Jersey to Buffalo, New York. The railroad was important in providing transportation for mines in Northern Jersey. It passes through Byram for a long distance. It runs mainly along Roseville, but as Roseville veers north, the tracks continue west. The line was abandoned in 1980 and the tracks were removed four years later. There is a proposal to reactivate passenger service via NJ Transit in the future, with work underway at the Roseville Tunnel.[26]
In 2001, then-mayor Richard Bowe called for an investigation of weather forecasters due to a snowstorm that had been forecast but never materialized, arguing that forecasters should be held responsible for the "excessive overtime costs" that the township experienced and for losses of local businesses shut in advance of the predicted snowfall.[27]
Mining[edit]
Byram Township had a very large mining industry in the past. There are so many mineral mines in Byram that there is one almost walking distance from anywhere. The biggest mine, The Roseville Mine, is located on the current Roseville Road. The mine is in a quadrilateral plot of land, with the southwestern corner created by Roseville Road and Amity Road. The southeastern corner is created by an intersection between Roseville Road and the Lackawanna Cut-off. The Roseville Mine was first excavated in the early 1850s. It was well worked during its life, with production in 1880 alone documented as 67,000 tons. Most of the work was done via a large open cut. This cut as it exists today, is water filled, however its massive size was impressive, its vertical walls being probably over 80 to 90 feet high. Another popular mine is the Charlotte Uranium mine. The mine extracted uranium from the rocks of southwestern Byram. The mine closed in the 1950s, but many remnants are still visible.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 22.262 square miles (57.659 km2), including 21.073 square miles (54.579 km2) of land and 1.189 square miles (3.080 km2) of water (5.34%).[3][4] It is divided into several sections. They include the neighborhoods of Forest West, East and West Brookwood, Forest Lakes, Lackawanna, Cranberry Lake, and the Lake Mohawk area.
The township is known as the "Township of Lakes" because of the community's nearly two dozen lakes and ponds.[1]
Byram Center (with a 2010 Census population of 90[28]) is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located within Byram Township. Lake Mohawk (with 1,824 out of the CDP's total 2010 Census population of 9,916 in the township[29]) is a CDP split between Byram Township and Sparta Township.[30][31][32]
Other unincorporated communities, localities and place names located partially or completely within the township include Brookwood East, Brookwood West, Cage Hill, Cranberry Lake, Forest Lakes, Jefferson Lake, Lake Lackawanna, Lockwood, Panther Pond, Roseville, Stag Pond, Tomahawk Lane, Waterloo, Wolf Lake and Wrights Pond.[33]
Lubbers Run runs through the township, intersecting Mansfield Drive. The run is monitored monthly by the Byram Intermediate School's Environmental Club.
Punkhorn Creek runs through the township, flowing southwest from Lake Bottom, on the north side of and parallel with Amity Road, to Roseville Pond.
Residents of Byram are served by adjacent post offices in Stanhope, Andover Township and Sparta Township.[34]
Historical population
1810 591 —
1820 672 13.7%
1850 1,340 * 16.2%
1880 1,406 5.6%
1900 1,235 * −10.5%
1950 761 104.0%
Est. 2018 7,933 [14][35][36] −5.0%
Population sources:
1810-1920[37] 1840[38] 1850-1870[39]
1850[40] 1870[41] 1880-1890[42]
1890-1910[43] 1910-1930[44]
1930-1990[45] 2000[46][47] 2010[11][12][13]
* = Lost territory in previous decade.[21]
Census 2010[edit]
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 8,350 people, 2,926 households, and 2,361.282 families living in the township. The population density was 396.2 per square mile (153.0/km2). There were 3,207 housing units at an average density of 152.2 per square mile (58.8/km2). The racial makeup of the township was 94.35% (7,878) White, 1.47% (123) Black or African American, 0.12% (10) Native American, 2.14% (179) Asian, 0.01% (1) Pacific Islander, 0.62% (52) from other races, and 1.28% (107) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.99% (417) of the population.[11]
There were 2,926 households out of which 37.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.3% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.3% were non-families. 14.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.85 and the average family size was 3.19.[11]
In the township, the population was spread out with 25.7% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 32.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.2 years. For every 100 females there were 101.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 99.1 males.[11]
The Census Bureau's 2006-2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income was $103,519 (with a margin of error of +/- $5,758) and the median family income was $113,555 (+/- $12,281). Males had a median income of $78,347 (+/- $7,621) versus $54,504 (+/- $5,146) for females. The per capita income for the borough was $43,160 (+/- $3,087). About 0.8% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.5% of those under age 18 and 2.6% of those age 65 or over.[48]
As of the 2000 United States Census[17] there were 8,254 people, 2,833 households, and 2,317 families residing in the township. The population density was 391.8 people per square mile (151.3/km²). There were 3,078 housing units at an average density of 146.1 per square mile (56.4/km²). The racial makeup of the township was 95.77% White, 0.97% African American, 0.06% Native American, 1.41% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 0.64% from other races, and 1.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.94% of the population.[46][47]
There were 2,833 households out of which 43.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.9% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.2% were non-families. 13.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 3.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.91 and the average family size was 3.24.[46][47]
In the township the population was spread out with 28.8% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 6.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.4 males.[46][47]
The median income for a household in the township was $81,532, and the median income for a family was $89,500. Males had a median income of $59,722 versus $40,396 for females. The per capita income for the township was $30,710. About 0.9% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.0% of those under age 18 and 1.1% of those age 65 or over.[46][47]
Parks and recreation[edit]
Trails and hiking[edit]
Byram Township is known as the "Gateway to New Jersey Trails".[49]
Sussex Branch Trail extends 21.2 miles from Netcong to Branchville, following the route of the old Sussex Branch Railroad. This line was in service under various ownerships from 1848 - 1966. Today trail users can explore the route once used by steam locomotives and long freight trains.[50]
Parks[edit]
The township has several municipal parks:[51]
C.O. Johnson Park, named for a former Byram mayor of about 25 years' tenure, has a football field, baseball field, tennis court, skateboard park, bocce court, and a track for walking. It has restrooms, a refreshment/snack area, and a picnic area with five tables with attached benches and two handicapped-accessible tables.[52]
Riverside Park is at the intersection of River Road and Waterloo Road in Byram Township. Opened in late summer 2001, it is Byram's newest park. The park has the Musconetcong River running right behind it and features walking paths, fishing and canoeing. The park has a playground, picnic tables, a gazebo and basketball courts.[52]
Tomahawk Park is a small park located on Tomahawk Trail in Byram Township. It is across from Tomahawk Lake.
Parts of Allamuchy Mountain State Park are in the township, with the park accessible via state trails.[53]
Neil Gylling Memorial Park has two softball fields. A soccer field is also set up between the softball fields during the fall season. There are also two tennis courts. This is the traditional location for Byram Day which is celebrated the 2nd Saturday in September of every year.[52]
Brookwood Park is a small park that contains a basketball court in East Brookwood.[52]
Waterloo Village[edit]
Waterloo Village used to exhibit many time periods from a 400-year-old Lenape (Delaware) Native American village to a bustling port along the once prosperous Morris Canal. The early 19th-century village contained a working mill with gristmills and sawmills, a general store, a blacksmith shop and restored houses. Classical and popular music programs are available to the public during the summer months. Waterloo Village was shut down to preserve the artifacts inside, though plans have been made to restore the buildings on the site.[54]
Government[edit]
Local government[edit]
The Township of Byram is chartered under the Faulkner Act Council-Manager plan. Byram Township has a Mayor and four Council Members. The Mayor and all Township Council members are elected on an at-large basis in nonpartisan elections for four-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either two seats (including the mayoral seat) or three seats up for election in odd-numbered years as part of the November general election, with terms beginning on January 1.[9][55] In August 2010, the township became the first in the state to shift its non-partisan elections from May to November as part of an effort to raise turnout and cut costs by combining the municipal election with the November general election; the first election under the new cycle took place in November 2011.[56][57]
As of 2019[update], the Mayor of Byram Township is Alexander Rubenstein, whose term of office ends on December 31, 2021. Members of the Byram Township Council are David E. Gray (2019), Nisha Kash (2019), Scott Olson (2019) and Harvey Roseff (2021).[58][59][60][61]
Federal, state and county representation[edit]
Byram Township is located in the 11th Congressional District[62] and is part of New Jersey's 24th state legislative district.[12][63][64]
For the 116th United States Congress, New Jersey's Eleventh Congressional District is represented by Mikie Sherrill (D, Montclair).[65] New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker (Newark, term ends 2021)[66] and Bob Menendez (Paramus, term ends 2025).[67][68]
For the 2018–2019 session (Senate, General Assembly), the 24th Legislative District of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Steve Oroho (R, Franklin) and in the General Assembly by Parker Space (R, Wantage Township) and Harold J. Wirths (R, Hardyston Township).[69][70]
Sussex County is governed by a Board of Chosen Freeholders whose five members are elected at-large in partisan elections on a staggered basis, with either one or two seats coming up for election each year. At an annual reorganization meeting held in the beginning of January, the board selects a Freeholder Director and Deputy Director from among its members, with day-to-day supervision of the operation of the county delegated to a County Administrator.[71] As of 2014[update], Sussex County's Freeholders are Freeholder Director Richard Vohden (R, Green Township, 2016),[72] Deputy Director Dennis J. Mudrick (R, Sparta Township, 2015),[73] Phillip R. Crabb (R, Franklin, 2014),[74] George Graham (R, Stanhope, 2016)[75] and Gail Phoebus (R, Andover Township, 2015).[76][71] Graham was chosen in April 2013 to fill the seat vacated by Parker Space, who had been chosen to fill a vacancy in the New Jersey General Assembly.[77] Constitutional officers elected on a countywide basis are County Clerk Jeff Parrott (R, 2016),[78] Sheriff Michael F. Strada (R, 2016)[79] and Surrogate Gary R. Chiusano (R, filling the vacancy after the resignation of Nancy Fitzgibbons).[80][77] The County Administrator is John Eskilson.[81][82]
As of March 23, 2011, there were a total of 5,805 registered voters in Byram Township, of which 1,128 (19.4% vs. 16.5% countywide) were registered as Democrats, 1,957 (33.7% vs. 39.3%) were registered as Republicans and 2,714 (46.8% vs. 44.1%) were registered as Unaffiliated. There were 6 voters registered to other parties.[83] Among the township's 2010 Census population, 69.5% (vs. 65.8% in Sussex County) were registered to vote, including 93.6% of those ages 18 and over (vs. 86.5% countywide).[83][84]
In the 2012 presidential election, Republican Mitt Romney received 2,373 votes (60.5% vs. 59.4% countywide), ahead of Democrat Barack Obama with 1,464 votes (37.3% vs. 38.2%) and other candidates with 78 votes (2.0% vs. 2.1%), among the 3,923 ballots cast by the township's 5,883 registered voters, for a turnout of 66.7% (vs. 68.3% in Sussex County).[85] In the 2008 presidential election, Republican John McCain received 2,693 votes (59.6% vs. 59.2% countywide), ahead of Democrat Barack Obama with 1,728 votes (38.3% vs. 38.7%) and other candidates with 76 votes (1.7% vs. 1.5%), among the 4,517 ballots cast by the township's 5,735 registered voters, for a turnout of 78.8% (vs. 76.9% in Sussex County).[86] In the 2004 presidential election, Republican George W. Bush received 2,727 votes (62.6% vs. 63.9% countywide), ahead of Democrat John Kerry with 1,558 votes (35.8% vs. 34.4%) and other candidates with 56 votes (1.3% vs. 1.3%), among the 4,353 ballots cast by the township's 5,371 registered voters, for a turnout of 81.0% (vs. 77.7% in the whole county).[87]
In the 2013 gubernatorial election, Republican Chris Christie received 70.0% of the vote (1,948 cast), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 26.2% (729 votes), and other candidates with 3.8% (105 votes), among the 2,814 ballots cast by the township's 5,975 registered voters (32 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 47.1%.[88][89] In the 2009 gubernatorial election, Republican Chris Christie received 1,971 votes (65.4% vs. 63.3% countywide), ahead of Democrat Jon Corzine with 715 votes (23.7% vs. 25.7%), Independent Chris Daggett with 286 votes (9.5% vs. 9.1%) and other candidates with 35 votes (1.2% vs. 1.3%), among the 3,016 ballots cast by the township's 5,708 registered voters, yielding a 52.8% turnout (vs. 52.3% in the county).[90]
Education[edit]
The Byram Township School District serves public school students in kindergarten through eighth grade. As of the 2014-15 school year, the district and its two schools had an enrollment of 1,308 students and 84.1 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 15.6:1.[91] Schools in the district (with 2014-15 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics[92]) are Byram Lakes Elementary School serving grades K - 4 (444 students) and Byram Township Intermediate School serving grades 5 - 8 (452 students).[93]
For public school students in ninth through twelfth grades, the township shares Lenape Valley Regional High School, which also serves Netcong in Morris County and the Sussex County community of Stanhope.[94] As of the 2015-16 school year, the high school had an enrollment of 812 students and 60.0 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 13.5:1.[95] Students from the township had attended Sparta High School until 1974, when the Lenape Valley district was created.[96][97][98]
The Consolidated School, a former public school building that had previously been used by the school district for students in Kindergarten through second grade, has been leased to a private special needs school named Celebrate the Children.[99]
Private schools in the area include Reverend Brown in Sparta for grades K-8. Hilltop Country Day School, which also serves K-8, also has students from Byram. Byram has students in various private high schools, but all but one school are located outside of Sussex County. Pope John XXIII Regional High School, in Sparta Township, is the location of the only private high school in Sussex County, which has around 10 students from Byram.
Transportation[edit]
I-80 eastbound in Byram Township
Roads and highways[edit]
As of May 2010[update], the township had a total of 62.35 miles (100.34 km) of roadways, of which 45.40 miles (73.06 km) were maintained by the municipality, 12.34 miles (19.86 km) by Sussex County and 4.61 miles (7.42 km) by the New Jersey Department of Transportation.[100]
The township is bisected by U.S. Route 206. A small portion of Interstate 80 passes through the southern tip of Byram Township but without any interchanges.
Public transportation[edit]
Lakeland Bus Lines provides service operating along Interstate 80 between Newton, New Jersey and the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan.[101]
See also: Category:People from Byram Township, New Jersey.
People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Byram Township include:
Rob Freeman (born 1981), of the group Hidden in Plain View.[102]
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All activities included in the price of admission. We extend a HUGE THANK YOU to all who help provide the extra benefits which add so much to the family atmosphere of our festival and provide fun for all ages!
There are several activities at the festival for the little angels in your life. A petting zoo, horseback rides, face painting and washable tattoos, make-and-take crafts, chess and checkers tables, and more! There is something for all the kids, and they are sure to have a blast!
Saturday morning offers a chance for bluegrass youth to showcase their talents! From 11:30 to 1:10, all youth 18 and under have the opportunity to play three songs. This is a great way for the future of bluegrass to experience stage performance! If time allows, open stage will follow. Anyone who wishes to perform with bluegrass and acoustic instruments are welcome.
On the Thursday evening prior to the festival, a free potluck dinner and jam session takes place on the grounds under the canopy or in the 4-H building. The public is invited to attend to "get a good taste" of bluegrass! Bring a covered dish, lawn chairs and your instruments. Table service and drinks are provided. Come early to start jamming!
On Sunday morning, join us under the tent for our "Bluegrass Gospel Homecoming"!
This Gaither-style celebration will feature signature song selections from the festival performers. The gospel show has become one of the highlights for festival attendees. Praising the Lord through bluegrass. Does it get any better?


Syrna is part of a nature reserve.The island is uninhabited, there are only a few buildings and two chapels; inhabitants of neighbouring islands are farm and fish here.
Anchor: in about 30 - 40 m in front of the northern bank (good anchorage) and take two lines ashore.
Ashore: no supplies except when fishermen are here. Then you can buy for little money catch-fish or exchange for beer and soda! In the upper part of the north-western part of the bay are still bullets from the Second World War on the ground.
Last updated by Helena Neal on 04/07/2017 01:34:05.