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Idaho is an 83,797 square mile state located in the northwestern part of the US with a population of 1,716,943 in 2017 according to the US Census Bureau. Idaho is ranked 44th regarding its population density with about 20 people living in each square mile. Idaho joined the US in 1890 as the 43rd state. Humans have lived in the territory of Idaho for close to 14,500 years with evidence being discovered at the Wilson Butte Cave indicating the presence of human settlement. For much of the state's history various Native American communities such as the Shoshoni and the Kutenai lived in Idaho's territory and dominated the population. Idaho's current population is predominantly white.
According to 2010 estimates Caucasians made up slightly over 89% of Idaho's population. White Americans have been the most dominant ethnic group in Idaho since 1970 when they made up 98.1% of the population. The proportion of white Americans in Idaho has been gradually declining from their peak in 1970. Wilson Price Hunt led what is believed to be the first expedition into the area consisting of individuals of European descent. Caucasians were attracted to the region primarily by the trade in furs. Fort Henry, established by Andrew Henry, was the first fur post in the area. Individuals of English and German descent make up the largest population of Caucasians in the state. People who claim German descent account for 18.9% of the state's population while those who claim English descent make up 18.1% of the population. People who claim Italian descent make up the smallest percentage of those who claim European descent at 3.5%.
The African American population in Idaho has been gradually increasing since 1970 when they made up 0.3% of the population. In 2010, African Americans constituted 0.6% of Idaho's population. During the civil war, Idaho was one of the regions that supported the abolition of slavery. Mountain Home, with a black population of 280 individuals, 2.03% of the city's population, has the largest percentage of African Americans. In the state's capital, Boise, African Americans make up 1.67% of the population.
According to the 1970 census, Asian Americans constituted 0.5% of Idaho's population. Their percentage has gradually increased to 1.2% according to data collected in 2010 by the US Census Bureau. In the state's capital, Boise, Asians make up 3.6% of the people living there.

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BY BTL STAFF
Three years after Barnes & Noble’s Royal Oak store closed, the city’s downtown is getting a new book shop, according to a Crain’s Detroit Business report. Used-book seller Paper Trail Books opens Aug. 30 at 414 S. Washington Ave.
Brothers Dave and Scott Brown, who grew up in Troy, will open the shop in an almost 2,000-square-foot space between Cafe Muse and Lily’s Seafood.
Sean Kammer, manager of Royal Oak’s Downtown Development Authority, said in a release Aug. 24 the opening of Paper Trail Books is good news for a downtown known for its boutique retail and trendy shops.
According to the report, the store – which plans to keep its inventory “fresh” – will buy books from the public and most books will be sold for about half the publisher’s price.

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HIGH WYCOMBE, ENGLAND — Endless LLP, a private equity firm based in the United Kingdom, has acquired Hovis from its joint owners Gores Group and Premier Foods. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Based in High Wycombe, England, Hovis manufactures a range of sliced breads that include white, seeded and wholemeal varieties. The company employs 2,700 workers and operates eight bakeries, one flour mill and three distribution centers across the United Kingdom.
As part of the acquisition, Endless will support the Hovis management team’s plans to make major investments in the company’s infrastructure, branded range and other bakery products.
“Hovis is the instantly recognizable British bread brand with a strong and established heritage,” said Francesco Santinon, partner, Endless. “We were extremely impressed by the management team and have great confidence in supporting and investing in its future as Hovis looks to achieve further expansion within the bakery category.”
Nish Kankiwala, chief executive officer, Hovis, noted that Endless’ commitment to the bakery’s growth made it the ideal investor.
"Based on our extensive engagement with Endless over the past several months, it became clear that both parties share a commitment to customers and colleagues and for building on Hovis’ heritage by investing in growing both the brand and product range,” he said. “This shared vision makes Endless the best shareholder to support our ambitious plans. The acquisition will help drive our strategy for growth by bringing both strategic and operational value to Hovis. We are looking forward to working together to execute this strategy and to delivering the next phase of growth."
This acquisition is Endless’ third investment in the food sector. The private equity firm currently owns BBF Limited, a manufacturer of ambient cakes based in the United Kingdom, and previously owned Karro Food Group before it was sold to CapVest Partners LLP in 2017.

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The process of obtaining gas service in The City of Austin can be a long process. It is important to start the application process early so that the construction schedule is not negatively impacted.
The required steps to obtaining a service for your building are typically as follows:
- Ensure that gas is available on your site (engineer). Texas gas will often have a map showing the gas within the vicinity of the site as well as the pressures available. The city gas line will often be supplied at high pressure (above 5 psi). A gas availability map can be obtained through Texas Gas Customer Development ([email protected]).
- Obtain approval for medium-pressure gas if it is available, and if necessary for your project (engineer). The form will include all gas loads and requested pressure. Texas Gas will verify that the city has both enough pressure and capacity to meet the requirements of the building. In the City of Austin, a permit cannot be issued if medium pressure approval has not been provided. The medium pressure request should be routed to the Texas Gas Engineering Department ([email protected]).
- Obtain a gas design from Texas Gas (contractor). Review this design with the Engineer of Record. This gas design oftentimes takes weeks to complete. A gas line design can be obtained through Texas Gas Customer Development ([email protected]).
- Set up an account and meter set date with Texas Gas (owner/contractor). Texas gas will extend the city main up to the property and provide a main meter and regulator to meet the building’s needs. All piping and specialties downstream of this assembly will be provided by the building owner. A meter account can be obtained through Texas Gas Customer Development ([email protected]).
If available, the engineer should utilize medium pressure wherever possible for large properties and/or high gas loads. Providing a higher pressure within the building will allow for a greater pressure drop through the system and therefore a smaller gas line.
Typically, the requirement to obtain 2 psi is a gas load less than 1,000 MBH. The requirement to obtain 5 psi is a gas load greater than 1,000 MBH. Running medium pressure lines (5 psi) will require the need for pressure regulators on the branch lines of all pieces of equipment. The regulator will reduce the pressure down to meet the equipment’s’ operating requirements.
Multifamily buildings may utilize a central boiler system for their hot water. In this case, a separate, dedicated meter will be required, and the meter/regulator will utilize medium pressure (5 psi if available) within the building. When requesting medium pressure, a form should be filled out for each meter serving the building.
Sizing of gas piping downstream will be provided by the engineer utilizing engineering practices. For new construction, it is recommended to utilize the longest line method. This is more conservative and will ensure your system is sized for full load.
It is important to start have an expert that understands the requirements of procuring gas in commercial designs in Texas gas so that the permit and construction processes go smoothly.


The final 747-8 Freighter will be delivered to Atlas Air in early 2023
Iconic plane transformed global travel after entering service in 1970
EVERETT, Wash. — The last Boeing 747 left the company’s widebody factory in advance of its delivery to Atlas Air in early 2023.
“For more than half a century, tens of thousands of dedicated Boeing employees have designed and built this magnificent airplane that has truly changed the world. We are proud that this plane will continue to fly across the globe for years to come,” said Kim Smith, Boeing Vice President and general manager, 747 and 767 Programs.
The 747 has played a key role in Boeing’s history of aerospace leadership.
Production of the 747, the world’s first twin-aisle airplane, began in 1967 and spanned 54 years, during which a total of 1,574 airplanes were built.
At 250 ft 2 in (76.2 m), the 747-8 is the longest commercial aircraft in service. At typical cruising speeds, the 747-8 travels roughly the length of three FIFA soccer fields or NFL football fields, per second.
The final airplane is a 747-8 Freighter. This model has a revenue payload of 133.1 tonnes, enough to transport 10,699 solid-gold bars or approximately 19 million ping-pong balls or golf balls.


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Over my long vacation, I had the pleasure of reading 11 books, 7 of them nonfiction, and most all of them of interest to authors and thought leaders. My next several posts will provide reviews of the best of these books.
There is nothing new under the sun, states Ecclesiastes. And Austin Kleon seconds that motion is his excellent book (and New York Times bestseller), Steal Like an Artist.
Since we all are the products of our experiences, the people we’ve met, the choices that we’ve made, we are wasting time trying to be “original” states Kleon. We need to steal like an artist.
So how does an artist steal? Kleon provides benchmarks, among them the notion that artists don’t steal from just one person or idea. Artists study many other artists. They don’t plagiarize or imitate, but rather credit and then transform. Artists remix ideas and never rip them off.
He also offers suggestions to spark our creativity:
School yourself. Be a student of the world. Be curious. Google everything. Read. Collect books. “Don’t worry about doing research, just search” he says.
Use both analog and digital tools. Kleon suggests having two desks: one is for digital tools, one is for analog tools. Most of us already have a digitally-focused desk, so suggests we make a trip to the office supply store and buy post-its, colored pens and markers, note books, and stick pins. Supplement these with articles you’ve clipped and ideas you’ve jotted down. Work on one desk, then another.
Find the most talented person in the room and stand by that person. If you’re the most talented person, it’s time to find another room. To be creative we need to hang out with people who spark that creativity.
Keep a praise file! When someone sends you a thank you note or letter of praise, keep these together in a file to inspire and motivate you when you’re down.
Write fan letters. Acknowledge the work of other artists you appreciate. Who knows, you might even be able to rub elbows with them and learn directly from your heroes.
Inertia is the death of creativity, so keep moving. If you are a writer, write. If you are an artist, paint. Use your skills.
Figure out what time you can steal, and stick to your routine. Do the work every day, no matter what. Nobody says it’s going to be fun.
Use a calendar to log your writing. Put an “x” on the days you do your work (as does Jerry Seinfeld).
Perhaps one of the most interesting aspects of this bestselling book is the fact that it is a mere 49 pages in length (and contains many illustrations). This proves, once again, that less is often more for today’s busy reader (By the way, never once did I feel ripped off! I only thought, “How nice he’s condensed the most important elements into this compact little book.”).
This book is a “must have” for every author!

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Public Health cancels Monday screening
MANSFIELD - Richland Public Health has canceled its community health screening scheduled for Monday at The Waterford.
Free community health screenings are scheduled at seven locations in February. For a complete schedule visit https://www.richlandhealth.org/personal-health/health-screenings
The next scheduled community health screening at The Waterford at Mansfield is at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 27.


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Microaggression theory is a social theory that describes social exchanges in which a member of a dominant culture says or does something, often accidentally, and without intended malice, that belittles and alienates a member of a marginalized group.
Psychiatrist and Harvard University professor Chester M. Pierce coined the word microaggression in 1970 to describe insults and dismissals he said he had regularly witnessed non-black Americans inflict on black people. In 1973, MIT economist Mary Rowe extended the term to include similar aggressions directed at women; eventually, the term came to encompass the casual degradation of any socially marginalized group, such as poor people, disabled people and sexual minorities.
Psychologist and Columbia University professor Derald Wing Sue defined microaggressions as "brief, everyday exchanges that send denigrating messages to certain individuals because of their group membership." Sue describes microaggressions at generally happening below the level of awareness of well-intentioned members of the dominant culture. Microaggressions are considered to be different from overt, deliberate acts of bigotry, such as the use of racist epithets, because the people perpetrating microaggressions often intend no offence and are unaware they are causing harm.
Microaggressions have been described[by whom?] as including statements that repeat or affirm stereotypes about the minority group or subtly demean it, that position the dominant culture as normal and the minority one as aberrant or pathological, that express disapproval of or discomfort with the minority group, that assume all minority group members are the same, that minimise the existence of discrimination against the minority group, seek to deny the perpetrator's own bias, or minimise real conflict between the minority group and the dominant culture.
According to Sue et el, microaggressions seem to appear in three forms:
Social scientists have described microaggressions as "the new face of racism," saying that the nature of racism has shifted over time from overt expressions of white supremacy and racial hatred, such as hate crimes or the existence of the Ku Klux Klan, towards expressions of aversive racism, such as microaggressions, that are more subtle, ambiguous and often unintentional. Researchers say this has led white Americans to wrongly believe that racism is no longer a problem for non-white Americans
Studies show that a wide variety of people in the United States report experience with racial microaggressions, including Latino American, African American, and Asian American people. Racial microaggressions are not limited by class or circumstance, and can be experienced by college students and upper-middle class professionals. For example, white students and professors seeming surprised when an African-American student makes a particularly insightful or intelligent comment in class, and Asian students being pathologized or penalized as too passive or quiet. One famous example of a race-related microaggression happened when during the 2008 U.S. democratic presidential primaries Joe Biden described Barack Obama as "the first mainstream African-American who is articulate and bright and clean and a nice-looking guy." Sue wrote that while on the surface Biden's comment sounded like praise, the message heard by African-Americans was "Obama is an exception. Most Blacks are unintelligent, inarticulate, dirty and unattractive."
Women, including trans women, commonly report experiencing gender-related microaggressions. Microaggressions commonly endured by women include catcalls or wolf-whistling; the male gaze in an inappropriate context; being touched without permission; condescension; being ignored or frequently interrupted; and having their ideas at work attributed to others. Some examples of sexist microagressions are "[addressing someone by using] a sexist name, a man refusing to wash dishes because it is 'woman's work,' displaying nude pin-ups of women at places of employment, someone making unwanted sexual advances toward another person." Transgender people are commonly misgendered, among other forms of microaggression.
Members of sexual minorities commonly report experiencing microaggressions. These commonly include the sexual exoticization of lesbians by heterosexual men; linking homosexuality with gender identity disorder or paraphilia; and prying questions about one's sexual activity.
People who are marginalized in multiple ways (e.g., a gay Asian-American man or a trans woman) experience microaggressions rooted in multiple forms of marginalization. For example in one study Asian-American women reported feeling sexually exoticized by majority-culture men or viewed by them as potential trophy wives. Latina women report being assumed to be "spicy and sassy." African-American women report experiencing microaggressions such as ones involving their hair (particularly that it is "unprofessional") or assumptions of stereotypes (such as being labeled an "angry black woman"). African-American women often experience microaggressions rooted in the assumption that they are scary, aggressive, loud and/or violent, that they are criminals, intellectually inferior to others, and/or that their culture is pathological. Researchers say black women attribute most microaggression to their race, with gender as a secondary contributor.
Researchers report that most perpetrators of microaggressions consider themselves to be unprejudiced , with one U.S. study finding that even mental health professionals with extensive antiracist training engaged in microaggressions with African-American clients.
Because perpetrators are generally well-meaning and microaggressions are subtle, their recipients often experience attributional ambiguity, which may lead them to dismiss the experience and blame themselves as overly sensitive. If challenged by the minority person or an observer, perpetrators will often defend their microaggression as a misunderstanding, a joke, or something small that shouldn't be blown out of proportion.
In guidance for mental health professionals, Sue asks them to be aware that everyone commits microaggressions, and says that if they are accused of committing one they should remain non-defensive and quickly apologize.
Recipients report microaggressions make them feel invisible, exhausted, frustrated, powerless, emotionally detached, helpless or tense. They may also feel a pressure to conform, a loss of their own integrity, or a pressure to "represent" their group. Over time, the cumulative effect of microaggressions can lead to diminished self-confidence and a poor self-image, and potentially also to mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and trauma. Many researchers have argued that microaggressions are actually more damaging than overt expressions of bigotry precisely because they are small and therefore often ignored or downplayed, leading the victim to feel self-doubting rather than justifiably angry, and isolated rather than supported. On the other hand, some people report that microaggressions have made them more resilient.
Research has shown that when women experience microaggressions, they may become depressed, develop low self-esteem, or experience sexual dysfunction. Some develop eating disorders and body image issues.
Research has shown that microaggressions can lead people of colour to fear, distrust and avoid relationships with white people.
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Something for Everyone!
Explore the wildlife and vast wilderness, past Native American civilizations, pioneers and settlers, waterways and habitats of North America’s largest “blackwater” swamp. Whether you’re looking for a few hours of family fun by land or water, or whether you’re seeking a multi-day immersion in the solitude of the swamp’s 438,000 acres of natural splendor, we have something for everyone at our three unique swamp entrances.
Things to Do
A group field trip allows visitors to see the great outdoors of Georgia, providing an incredible educational experience. School groups can choose self-guided field trips, guided boat tours, a train tour at the Okefenokee Swamp Park location, or sit in on educational talks at the different visitor centers. School groups are provided a fee waiver to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and Stephen C. Foster State Park.
Fishing is available in both the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and in Stephen C. Foster State Park. Canoe, kayak and Jon boat rentals are available at these entrances, or visitors may bring their own. State and refuge regulations apply.
Photo credit: Mike Sepelak
No matter where you enter the swamp, you can find the perfect souvenir to remember your visit. Whether your choice is a t-shirt, stuffed animal, book or Okefenokee Swamp honey, each gift shop has unique items to help you remember your visit to the Land of the Trembling Earth.
Guided Boat Tours
Guided Boat Tours at each of our three swamp entrances afford visitors a safe and pleasurable way to experience the mysteries of the swamp, from swamp prairies and islands to stunning cypress lined waterways, showcasing the habitats, wildlife, flora and fauna of this natural wonder.
Guided Railroad Tour
Okefenokee Swamp Park visitors can take a trip back in time with a ride aboard the “Lady Suwannee”, traveling along the Okefenokee Railroad. The tour travels 1.5 miles around a portion of the swamp, stopping at various points of interest, including Pioneer Island.
Auto Tour Route
The Auto Tour Route, also known as the Swamp Island Drive at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, is a 7.2-mile paved road, which can be used by cars, bikes and walkers. This scenic route is a great way to experience the beauty of the refuge in a comfortable, stress-free way. The Swamp Island Drive provides access to several hiking trails as well as the Chesser Island Homestead and Chesser Island Boardwalk. Additionally, the Swamp Island Drive has an interpretive brochure to aid guests as they are learning about the flora, fauna, and history of the refuge.
Camp Cornelia Café
Cornelia Café is located in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and is operated by the Refuge onsite concessionaire, Okefenokee Adventures. The restaurant offers delicious food, including sandwiches, salads, vegetarian options, and low country shrimp boils, and is the perfect place to launch, relax or refuel for your swamp adventure.
Canoeing, Kayaking & Boating
Whether you bring your own boat (canoe/kayak, or boat w/ motor less than 10HP), or rent from Okefenokee Adventures, hitting the water trails is an unmatched opportunity to truly experience what the refuge has to offer. A public boat launch provides access to 120-miles of boating trails for day-use or overnight trips. Canoes, kayaks, and Jon boats are available to rent at Okefenokee Adventures for travelers that would like the experience of being out on the water trails, but do not have a boat of their own. All guests need to sign in/out if going out on the water – trail conditions change rapidly, check with either Okefenokee Adventures or the Visitor Center on the latest status of water levels and trail closures. Additional public boat launches at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge are located at Kingfisher Landing and the Suwannee River Sill.
Photo credit: Chris Moncus
Chesser Island Homestead
Chesser Island Homestead is a living history museum showcasing structural necessities of self-sufficient living in the resource-rich Okefenokee from the 1850s through the 1950s. Walk the grounds of the Homestead to take a step back in time to the days of the early settlers. Volunteer docents offer tours of the inside of the house seasonally.
Taking your class on a field trip to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is an incredible way to give your students an unforgettable, hands-on experience in nature. You can schedule a self-guided trip, take one of the guided tours, or request environmental education programs at the refuge.
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge provides exciting freshwater fishing opportunities for bream, catfish, bowfin, and even the occasional largemouth bass! A variety of different habitats are easily accessible from a boat, including many natural lakes and prairies, along with the Suwannee Canal, which offers deeper water than the rest of the swamp. All of the waters along the refuge’s water trails are open to fishing. Bank fishing opportunities are available along the Canepole Trail and around the refuge boat basin. State and refuge regulations apply.
Photo credit: Mike Sepelak
Accessed by boat through Stephen C. Foster State Park, this historic island in the Okefenokee has been inhabited by man for generations. Most recently, the Hebard Cypress Company had a lumber camp on the island in 1918, eventually supporting approximately 600 people. This island is the second largest in the swamp and is only accessible by boat.
Canoeing, Kayaking and Boating
For adventurous visitors, canoe and kayak rentals are available to explore the waters of the swamp. Canoeing and kayaking allow for an up-close and personal experience of the swamp, and unparalleled wildlife viewing. As an alternative to canoes and kayaks, Stephen C. Foster State Park also offers Jon boat rentals for park visitors who are interested in further exploration of the swamp waters.
Visitors looking for a more home-like overnight experience at Stephen C. Foster State Park will find our park cottages a great alternative to camping. The cottages can hold 6-8 people, and some can accommodate wheelchairs, offering a comfortable and convenient overnight stay.
Stephen C. Foster State Park offers a variety of educational group experiences, including guided boat tours, paddle tours, and hiking. They also provide educational programs that cover topics including astronomy, reptiles, swamp topography, and more.
Stephen C. Foster State Park is a prime fishing location, particularly for warmouth, bluegill, catfish, chain pickerel and bowfin. Canoe, kayak and Jon boat rentals are available through the park, or visitors may bring their own.
Photo credit: Mike Sepelak
The gift shop at Stephen C. Foster State Park provides visitors a convenient way to shop for a variety of items, including apparel, food and snacks, camping supplies, souvenirs, and more.
Boardwalks & Nature Center
Okefenokee Swamp Park offers and boardwalks, including one that takes visitors to the tallest observation tower in the swamp. The Nature Center is home to the serpentarium, which houses many different species of snake, as well as a family of bears, turtles, and baby alligators. The center also hosts a variety of interactive activities, including the Eye on Nature series.
Opportunities for cultural interpretation at the Okefenokee Swamp Park include Vereen Bell Memorial Highway, Cowhouse Island, authentically recreated Timucua and Seminole residences, logging machinery, turpentine equipment, and a moonshine still from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Skull Lake, Pioneer Island and Wildes Cabin exhibits echo times of early Indian cultures, pioneers, movie making and major fires in the Okefenokee.
Cypress Cove Annex Group Space
Cypress Cove Annex is a beautiful facility, equipped to handle a variety of events, from business meetings to weddings. The Annex can comfortably hold up to 200 people, has a fully equipped kitchen, and is surrounded by the incredible wilderness of Okefenokee Swamp. Additional indoor meeting space is available at the park Nature Center, while outdoor meeting space includes the Pavilion, the Amphitheater and an outdoor wedding gazebo. Both Cypress Cove Annex and the Nature Center are connected to the internet with fiber optic cable.
Daily ‘Eye on Nature’ Shows
The Eye on Nature shows are daily interactive experiences that teach visitors about the different native wildlife that make their homes in the park. These shows are held at the Nature Center and/or the Lagoon Amphitheater and feature live animals, including snakes, turtles and even baby alligators.
Okefenokee Swamp Park offers field trip reservations for school groups, and discounted guided tour rates for school trips. Reservations can be made four weeks or more in advance to allow your class an unforgettable outdoor education experience.
Guided Boat Excursions
Experienced tour guides take park visitors on a 45-minute boat ride through waterways, sharing their knowledge of the cultural and natural history of the area. These tours are a unique way to experience the beauty and history of the swamp, and to encounter some of the natural wildlife along the way. A Group Boat Tour is available too for groups of 12 or more. Reservations required.
Chart Your Course
Okefenokee Swamp Park
Enjoy a variety of fun activities and a wonderful show-window into the swamp under a forest canopy. Wilderness boardwalks and walkways, guided boat tours along swamp waterways, live wildlife shows and habitats, a pioneer island homestead and railroad tour are just a few of the park highlights.
Stephen C. Foster State Park
This remote park is a primary entrance to the legendary Okefenokee Swamp. Paddlers and photographers will enjoy breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife. Stargazers will appreciate the particularly dark sky.
Same-day reservations are recommended for guided boat tours. Ask about our sunset and night tours. Rent canoes, kayaks or Jon boats for further exploration, including a trip to historic Billy’s Island.
Make time for fishing by staying overnight in a cabin or campsite.
Wildlife Refuge with Okefenokee Adventures
Enjoy exploration and wilderness observation, hiking, driving or biking along our Swamp Island Drive. Stop by our visitor center, take a guided boat tour, or kayak or canoe into our famous swamp prairies through cypress-lined waters, lily pads and grassy islands.
Onsite concession, Okefenokee Adventures, offers canoe, kayak and Jon boat rentals, cafe and gift shop.
At the heart of Southeast Georgia, the historic town of Waycross is a city filled with Southern hospitality and charm with numerous opportunities for dining, lodging and shopping, as well as attractions such as the Historic Downtown district, the Okefenokee Swamp Park, the Southern Forest World Museum, the Okefenokee Heritage Center, and more.
Experience rural South Georgia, with a taste of authentic, small-town charm.
This excellent weekend getaway is complete with beautiful sights, outdoor exploration, and a rich history. Centrally located between Amelia Island, St. Marys, Jacksonville, and Savannah, Charlton County is only a short drive from I-95, making it the ideal place to experience everything South Georgia has to offer.
Get up close and personal with trains by relaxing under the Folkston Funnel, visiting the historical train museum, or even sleeping overnight in a train cart. Immerse yourself in off the beaten path experiences at the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge. Photograph the overhanging beauty and wildlife or take a step back in time and see how the early swampers dwelled.

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Diane Brown considers herself a newcomer to the world of photography and art.
The 70-year-old Lee’s Summit High School graduate took up photography 10 years ago to help her cope with her husband’s battle with dementia.
Brown’s journey to artist has come full circle nearly a decade later. The Gamber Center will exhibit more than three dozen pieces of Brown’s photography from July 31 through Oct. 16 as part of the Lee’s Summit Arts Council’s Gamber Center juried rotating art exhibit. The exhibit will kick off with a reception at 6:30 p.m. opening night.
Most of Brown’s photography – described as bright, bold and colorful – will be on sale during the exhibit.
“This is my first exhibit on my own,” Brown said July 28 as she hung pieces of work on the walls at Gamber Center, 4 S.E. Independence Avenue. “I’m nervous as (heck), but I like it. I’m comfortable with other people seeing it. I’ve got so many pictures my house looks like a museum anyway.”
Brown said her husband was the family’s photographer but was never a professional. She took up the hobby once her mate was diagnosed with dementia. In the years since, Brown said she has learned that great photographers don’t look for photo opportunities.
“I’m a newbie,” she said. “I’ve not really had any training. I’ve had art classes years and years and years ago, but not in photography. I don’t specialize in one type of photography because there are too many beautiful things out there.”
Hollie Couch, herself an artist and chair of the Art’s Council’s public arts sub-committee, said Brown’s relative newcomer status is not reflected in Brown’s work.
“What I look for is not necessarily the experience of the artist but the versatility and something really different,” Couch said. “What Diane brought to the table was she did photography but there were all sort of different components in her photography. I believe she is a new artist; this is kind of her first big thing. She had everything from nature scenes all the way down to (a photo of) a neat pair of children’s shoes. She really covered a variety and we wanted to display those things at Gamber Center.”
The exhibit is just the latest in a long list of artists who have applied for the Arts Council’s three-month long juried exhibition. Brown said art in the Lee’s Summit community is as viable and varied as ever.
“Art is something that people do when they have their needs fulfilled,” she said. “Then it becomes a need. We have clothing, shelter; we’re an affluent (community) to the point now that it needs to expand into the arts and music and things like that.”
“There are so many different people that use Gamber Center, so it really kind of exposes people to art that might not have been exposed to or thought much of art,” added Couch. “We try to make sure we draw those people in; unsuspecting fans of art.”

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text: In Joan Clark’s Snow, a young boy imagines what is under all the mountains of snow which cover his neighbourhood through the winter. The story is simple and seems a pale comparison to Ezra Keat’s Snowy Day but the illustrations are lovely and invite further imagination and extension by the reader. The ending certainly draws a smile. Young readers would be able to read this story with confidence as the language and structures are simple and are repeated. I wish I could change a line when the boy starts to imagine what is under the snow and repeat his mother’s questions of “What are you doing?” so that it would foreshadow the final line. Themes in the story would fit curricular objectives for weather, winter, imagination, changes, childhood, story construction.


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Grand Bahama Power Company (GBPC) customers will see an additional charge on their monthly bills effective April 1, as the company attempts to recoup $15 million in restoration costs associated with Hurricane Dorian.
The cost, being called the “Storm Recovery and Stabilization Charge”, will represent less than $7 for residential customers and less than $24 for business customers, according to a release from the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA), which has oversight of the utility.
“For transparency, GBPC has been directed to identify the Storm Recovery and Stabilization Charge on customers’ bills as a separate line item,” the release stated.
“The charge, which comes into effect April 1, 2020, is as follows for each category of customer: residential – $0.013/kWh, commercial – $0.008/kWh and GSL (industrials) – $0.010/kWh.
“For the average residential customer, it will represent a less than $7 charge on their bills and for the average business customer, $24.
“This charge does not represent an impact to base rates, but is a full pass-through associated with Hurricane Dorian recovery and an insurance fund for future events.”
It added, “In 2013, when the new regulatory framework was executed, it included a mechanism for GBPC to recoup costs associated with natural disasters.
“The mechanism was originally scheduled to be in place in 2016 as a self-insurance fund. However, with the onset of Hurricane Matthew, GBPA, as the regulator, worked with GBPC to approve a five-year rate stabilization plan.”
The release noted that the five-year plan “allowed GBPC to recoup the $27.5m in Hurricane Matthew recovery charges”, but that as a result, the self-insurance fund plan was delayed until 2022.
“This, however, was contingent on the island not experiencing another catastrophic event within that five-year period,” it stated.
General Counsel at Port Group Limited Karla McIntosh highlighted that GBPC rates have not been increased since 2013, but noted that Dorian’s unprecedented impact has had a hefty cost.
“We have worked with the utility to ensure efficiency of operation, necessary capital investments and quality of service,” she said in the release.
“With regulatory oversight, this was achieved with no increase to rates since the establishment of the framework agreement in 2013.
“Unfortunately, Hurricane Dorian had a disastrous impact not only to life and property, but also substantially impacted Grand Bahama Power Company’s generating, transmission and distribution assets.
“The full cost of restoration associated with Hurricane Dorian is approximately $15 million.”
It added, “GBPA has ensured that there will be clear, transparent management and reporting of the fund.
“Legal mechanisms have also been put in place to ensure the integrity and protection of funds collected.”
Dorian, the strongest hurricane to ever make landfall in the region, tore through Abaco and Grand Bahama in early September, leaving ruin in its wake.
Several months later, some areas still have not had power restored.
Disaster Reconstruction Authority Managing Director Katherine Forbes-Smith said last week that, of about 19,000 GBPC customers, 18,000 had power restored.
However, she noted that East Grand Bahama posed a challenge, as that area experienced “quite a bit of the devastation”.
Parts of the island are still recovering from the monster storm, including the Grand Bahama International Airport, and potable water remains a challenge on the island.

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In 2005, the case of the comatose Terri Schiavo came before the courts, pitting her husband, who wanted life support ended, against her family. In the aftermath of Terri's death, her parents, brother, and sister tell their side of the story that divided the country.
I don't read a lot of non fiction, and thought they might be a bit of a slog, but the books - particularly read as a pair - were very gripping and hard to put down.
It's a heartbreakingly sad story. There's a young couple, she collapses one night and ends up in a persistent vegitative state, her husband eventually wants to remove her feeding tube, and her parents fight against this with all they have. It has lots of shadows where the truth will never quite be known - was she bullemic? Was he abusive? How much was it about Terri's life, and how much was it about the million dollar settlement awarded to her for medical malpractise? Did she ever really say she wouldn't want to be left like that? What was her medical condition, when carefully edited videos showed her following things with her eyes and smiling? And it's petrifying for watching how quickly things turn toxic between the warring sides of the family.
You don't often get to see things from both sides, and these books - carefully checked and groomed as I'm sure they are - manage that in a fascinating way.

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Little Willie John was an American Rhythm & Blues singer. After several hits in the 1950s and early '60s, he was imprisoned for manslaughter and died in prison at just thirty-years-old.
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For coffee lovers, there’s more to savor than just the taste. The coffee industry has evolved, and consumers now have the opportunity to make choices that align with their values. One term you may come across when exploring ethical coffee options is “direct trade.” But what exactly does it mean? In this article, we will delve into the concept of direct trade in the coffee industry, explaining its significance and how it can impact your coffee experience.
Direct trade is a term used to describe a specific sourcing model in the coffee industry. Unlike traditional supply chain methods, which involve multiple intermediaries, direct trade involves a direct relationship between coffee producers and buyers. Coffee roasters who engage in direct trade establish direct connections with coffee farmers, cooperatives, or estates, bypassing middlemen.
Quality and Transparency: Direct trade fosters a closer relationship between coffee producers and buyers, allowing for greater transparency and quality control. Coffee roasters who engage in direct trade often visit the farms personally, establishing trust and ensuring that the coffee beans meet their quality standards. This transparency provides consumers with a clear understanding of where their coffee comes from and how it is produced.
By eliminating intermediaries, direct trade enables coffee farmers to receive a higher share of the coffee’s value. This direct connection ensures that farmers are fairly compensated for their hard work and encourages sustainable farming practices. It also helps to improve the livelihoods of coffee farming communities, empowering them economically.
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Direct trade is closely linked to the specialty coffee movement. Specialty coffees are known for their exceptional quality and unique flavor profiles. Through direct trade relationships, coffee roasters can access exclusive, high-quality coffee beans that may not be available through conventional supply chains. This traceability allows coffee enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the nuances of different coffee origins, fostering a deeper connection with the product.
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On Friday, July 28, scientists set sail towards Zealandia, a recently re-discovered, mostly submerged continent. One that could be capable of connecting New Zealand and New Caledonia were it not mostly under water.
The Australian National University is now leading a team of scientists towards this lost continent as they will be spending two months exploring this continental crust.
Zealandia, Long Lost, Now About to be Rediscovered
Zealandia is believed to have once been part of Australia. However, some 75 million years ago, the now underwater continent broke away from the mainland and started moving northeast. According to current research, it is believed to have stopped moving and settled down some 53 million years ago.
Long lost, the continental crust was once again rediscovered and started attracting attention quite recently. Now, a team of scientists is determined to take a closer look at this submerged continent. For this, on Friday, they embarked on a two months long expedition which will be looking to examine Zealandia.
This around 1.9 million square miles piece of land which is now mostly submerged under water. If above ground, the continental crust could serve to connect the islands of New Caledonia and New Zealand.
“The continental crust of Zealandia was thinned by stretching before it separated from Australia so that it lies lower than Australia,” stated Professor Rupert Sutherland, part of the Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
Professor Sutherland also pointed out that the continental crust of Zealandia is “thicker than the surrounding oceanic crust”. So the continent’s crust is higher than its surrounding areas.
The research team hopes that, through this expedition, they will be able to find out more about the region but also about the world, in general.
Namely, they will be looking to examine the global tectonic configuration. The team will also try and determine how the “Ring of Fire” came to exist. This is a vast region in the Pacific Ocean known for hosting volcanoes earthquakes.
The preliminary results of the expedition should become available at the end of September, as the expedition ship will dock in Hobart and come to an end.
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Exclusive 24 Hours to Live poster featuring Ethan Hawke
ComingSoon.net has your exclusive first look at the new 24 Hours to Live poster featuring Ethan Hawke. The film is making its World Premiere at the Austin Film Festival tonight! Saban Films is releasing 24 Hours to Live on Ultra VOD November 3 and then theatrically (day and date) in NY/LA on December 1.
24 Hours to Live is a fast-paced action-packed movie about a career assassin (Hawke) who is given a chance at redemption after his employer brings him back to life temporarily after being killed on the job.
Directed by Brian Smrz from a script by Zach Dean, the film also stars Xu Qing (Mr. Six, Looper), Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones, Clash of the Titans), Rutger Hauer (Sin City, Fatherland), and Paul Anderson (Peaky Blinders, The Revenant). Basil Iwanyk and Kent Kubena of Thunder Road Pictures and Gregory Ouanhon of Mark Gao’s Fundamental Films are the producers.
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For all of my friends looking for healthy recipes, you are going to absolutely love this blueberry banana bread. A delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite bread. This blueberry banana bread is so moist and full of flavor, you would never guess it’s gluten free and dairy free (as long as you don’t smother it in delicious butter!
I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily swap out the blueberries for chocolate chips and some chopped walnuts or pecans if you desire.
Eat it while still warm topped with some coconut butter or grass fed butter, or we eat it just the way it is, savoring the delicious combination of blueberries and bananas teamed together in a moist bread. Enjoy!
(Printable recipe at the bottom)
BLUEBERRY BANANA BREAD
Preheat over to 350F. Line an 8×4” loaf pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, vanilla and almond butter and mix together with an electric mixer until well combined.
Add in the eggs and mix until combined. Add in coconut flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Mix until incorporated.
Gently fold in blueberries.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth out the batter on top. Bake for 35 – 40 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and place on wire rack to cool for 20 minutes, then carefully remove bread from pan and place back on wire rack to cool completely.
You may also like these BEST EVER HOMEMADE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS – they are so incredibly delicious!!!
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WHY THE AIRBOXER?
The Airboxer is the ideal platform for a wide variety of missions. A unique combination of characteristics provides a range of capabilities, which other platforms and configurations cannot surpass.
Find out why you need the Airboxer system for your operation.
VTOL or Fixed Wing?
Even before the first successful manned flight, one considered the capability to take-off from any desired location and maintain a stationary flight to be a vital addition for any aircraft. A VTOL capability invariably leads to a performance compromise in comparison to a normal airplane. Despite this fact, a helicopter’s capabilities make it absolutely irreplaceable within commercial, security and military operations. The industry has tried and tested many forms of VTOLs over the years. But the classical single-rotor helicopter layout has prevailed in the market ever since it was successfully demonstrated in the Second World War. From an operational point of view, a helicopter reduces the logistical factor to a bare minimum, as it requires no runway, catapults, cranes or other hardware to launch and recover. The added capability to maintain a close on-site position regardless of surrounding terrain or obstacles makes a VTOL UAV the best choice.
Petrol or Electric?
A sophisticated lightweight combustion engine drives High Eye’s Airboxer, which gives it the edge over any electric VTOL. Whilst the electric VTOL market has seen rapid developments over the last few years, its performance capabilities have never come close to what can be expected from any form of petrol-driven UAV. The extreme energy density of fuel in comparison to current and upcoming battery technology allows average flight endurances of several hours. Over the last 100 years, it is proven to be the leading way to achieve the best combination of performance and reliability. An additional advantage is the extremely quick turnaround time between flights. An average refuelling stop takes only a few minutes and doesn’t require any form of battery changing or charging. Any year-round long-endurance resilient UAV operation in challenging environments will always require fuel-driven UAVs.
Endurance 3 to 4 hours
The long-range Airboxer will fly beyond 3 hours at cruising speed, with a modest payload and without refuelling stops (ISA conditions, MSL). It can easily hover on the station for more than 2 hours, maintaining its position without interruption.
Long Range BVLOS
The Airboxer can fly missions beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) within a 50 km radius line of sight. It can cover large distances over adverse terrain at cruising speeds up to 70 kts (130 km/h) To do this, it uses advanced waypoint navigation or any other fully automatic flight mode. Missions in reduced line-of-sight conditions are possible through MIMO capabilities (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output). The helicopter uses the dual MIMO IP data-link for telemetry, flight control and payload. It is encrypted, fully redundant and acts as a self-healing mesh network.
The Airboxer is an all-weather VTOL UAV with industrial durability and aviation standards. The avionics, flight control systems and payload connection are specifically designed to be resistant against natural elements and are protected against dust and water at a rating of IP-67. The long-range RPAS can operate in strong winds, precipitation (rain/snow), high humidity, dust, cold and heat. The UAV has flown over tropical forests, mountainous areas, Arctic ice, Arabic deserts and European seas.
Payload up to 7 kg
The Airboxer can carry a maximum payload of 7 kilograms. High Eye can integrate a wide range of payloads that meet the customer’s requirements. In the past, we have integrated EO & IR gimbals, RF spectrum analysers, geographical survey sensors, gas detectors, magnetometers, Lidars, etcetera.
Several layers of EMI filtering protect all power, payload, data and communication lines against Electro-Magnetical Interference. The Airboxer is tested in a military EMI testing room and is fully compliant with MIL-STD-461F-RS103. This means that it tolerates field strengths of at least 200 V/m over an extensive frequency range. Thence you can use it safely close to high power radiated energy sources, as can be found on naval vessels or airports.


Toyota Trailer Wiring Diagram – People comprehend that trailer is a vehicle comprised of very complicated mechanisms. This automobile is designed not only to travel one location to another but also to take heavy loads. This article will be talking toyota trailer wiring diagram. Which are the advantages of knowing these understanding? You will be surprised to understand it.
First, knowing the diagram of wires for trailer will be useful during troubleshooting. When issues happen with the trailer, driver would want to learn where the problem place can be located. It helps immediately in fixing errors. Secondly, knowing the diagram of cables for trailer is terrific for people who wish to test gathering for themselves.
Learning Trailer Wiring Diagram Better
Usually, there are three kinds of diagrams which people can look at when aiming to assemble cables for trailers. Each cable includes different purpose and layout so it is important for motorist to coincide with the needs before deciding on one.
- 7-Pin Connector
This Toyota Trailer Wiring Diagram model is far more acceptable for sophisticated trailers and RVs. It can transfer electricity better therefore the connector is suggested for higher-level electric in the auto. Here is the diagram for 7-pin connector.
- White Pin to your floor.
- Brown Pin for unwanted markers, tail lights, and running lights.
- Yellow Pin for abandoned brake light and left turn markers.
- Green Pin Yellow Pin for appropriate brake light and right turn mark.
- Blue Pin for electric brakes.
- Red 12 volt auxiliary power.
- Purple for backup lights.
- 5-Pin Connector
This 5-pin trailer wiring diagram is great for trailer that has large capacity. However, it does not possess as sophisticated and electrical intensive characteristics that RV and other costly trailers might have. Below is the setup for 5-pin connector for superior comprehension.
- White wires for ground power.
- Brown wires for conducting lights, tail lights, and side markers.
- Yellow wires for abandoned brake signal and left turn too.
- Green wires for proper brake signal and right turn too.
- Blue cables for electrical brakes so that the car can operate better.
- 4-Pin Connector
There’s a really basic Toyota Trailer Wiring Diagram. It is the 4-pin connector. This kind of connector is excellent for consumer trailers. It ought not be carrying significant loads during the trip. Besides being light, it is implied that the connector doesn’t have any power-draining attachment. The fundamental diagram for this connector is rather like above types.
- White cables for any power that occurs on the lighting.
- Brown cables for virtually any running lights, rear lights, and peripheral markers.
- Yellow cables for almost any left brake sign and left signal turn.
- Green cables for any appropriate brake sign and right signal turn.
Driver should notice several things linked to the diagram, however. Such things will stop motorist from encountering any electric problem during utilization. It is strongly recommended that the white wire should connect the floor to any wire at the top. Though this sounds dull, it will conserve consumer from hassles later on.
There is another thing linked to diagram however is particularly about routing. A way to wrap it around the trailer can be quite interesting. It’s because the cable will have the ability to distribute power to additional trailer’s components in equivalent way. Wires should be guarded by substance that is powerful and durable but doesn’t hinder its working.
Hopefully the post associated with Toyota Trailer Wiring Diagram will be helping driver to designing their own trailer cables . If not it is still a terrific knowledge to have for when troubles happen to your beloved vehicle.


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CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J. — Because enjoying meals together can have a powerful, lasting impact on family health, Eggland’s Best (EB) is launching its Better Family Meals Program to help educate families on the importance of spending time together and eating nutritious meals. The announcement comes just ahead of National Family Meals Month™ in September.
Eggland’s Best is empowering people to stay healthy by choosing nutritious foods. That’s why EB continues to be a proud national supporter of the Eat Smart initiative of the American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good™ movement, which encourages people to take small steps every day to build lifelong healthy habits for themselves and for their families.
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As part of the Eggland’s Best Better Family Meals Program, EB has also joined forces with Sur La Table to create a better-for-you interactive cooking series. In each class, attendees will be able to take home delicious and nutritious recipes created by the American Heart Association and Eggland’s Best.
“This year, we’re making the Better Family Meals program even better by partnering with Sur La Table to provide families across the country the opportunity to learn how to cook better for you, great tasting, and exciting meals featuring Eggland’s Best eggs that both parents and kids are sure to enjoy,” said Lanktree.
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Eggland’s Best is the #1 branded egg in the U.S. and is an excellent source of vitamins D, B12, E, B5 and riboflavin. EB eggs have six times more vitamin D, more than double the Omega-3s, 10 times more vitamin E and 25% less saturated fat than ordinary eggs. Eggland’s Best’s patented method of production and verification ensures that every Eggland’s Best egg has these superior qualities. Independent testing has also confirmed that Eggland’s Best eggs stay fresher longer than ordinary eggs. The distinctive “EB” stamp on the shell assures consumers and food service customers that EB eggs meet the highest production and safety standards.
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The number of young people taking their own lives has risen by 50 per cent in a year.
New figures also show poorer people are three times more likely to commit suicide than the wealthy.
The crisis was revealed after a spate of tragedies. Chloe McTear, 20, died at the weekend and Richie King, 21, was one of four young people from the same area who passed away within months of each other.
The huge increase in suicides among Scotland’s young people has led to calls for urgent action on mental health services.
Over all ages, there was about a 15 per cent rise in people taking their own lives, from 680 in 2017 to 784 last year.
The steepest rise was in the 15-24 age bracket. In 2017, there were 64 such suicides. Last year, that climbed to 96 – an increase of 50 per cent.
Of the 680 suicides in 2018, 581 were men.
Those living in the most deprived areas are three times more likely to take their own lives than those in the wealthiest.
The suicide rate in the poorest communities is 21.7 per 100,000, compared with seven per 100,000 in the least deprived.
Last night, opposition politicians blamed the rise in suicides on the Scottish Government’s “catastrophic response” to the need for better mental health services.
Lib Dem health spokesman Alex Cole Hamilton said: “Despite a general trend downwards in recent years, we have seen spikes in
suicides in Scotland over the past three years and that spike is accelerating.
“Most devastating is the 50 per cent increase in suicides in the 15-25 age group.
“That young people should be taking their lives in this way is a cruel reflection of Child and Adult Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
“In some parts of the country, vulnerable young people are waiting two years for first-line treatment.”
The most recent Government figures show just 73.6 per cent of children were seen in the regulation 13 weeks.
Cole-Hamilton added: “This is a catastrophic failure of our public policy response to the mental health crisis in this country.
“The Scottish Government cannot point to this as a statistical anomaly. These are real people whose lives have been cut short due to lack of attention afforded to these issues by the Government.”
Billy Watson, chief executive of mental health charity SAMH, said: “Today’s figures show we must redouble our efforts as a nation to deepen our understanding of the causes of suicide so we can help everyone who needs it.”
Mental Health Foundation Scotland director Lee Knifton said: “Each and every suicide is a tragedy which can be devastating and life-changing for those left behind.
Our kids need more support says grieving mum
Allison King knows the devastation suicide inflicts on families all too well.
Her son Richie took his own life on April 10 in a property in Darvel, East Ayrshire.
Yesterday, we told how Richie, 21, his girlfriend Karly McCallum, 18, and their good friends Codey Brown, 18, and George Dykes, 28, all died suddenly within three months of one another.
Each of the tragic youngsters hail from East Ayrshire.
Allison told the Record: “These suicide stats are horrifying.
“The community is coming together to support the families of these four beautiful kids.
“We see youngsters heading up to the local graveyard trying to process what’s happened to their friends but they don’t know how to cope.”
Allison, 51, said tackling mental health issues has to be a priority.
She added: “What’s happened in this small area is terrifying.
“Richie and Karly were the most beautiful couple who loved one another so much.
“I think social media, especially on mobile phones, has a huge part to play.
“Young people are put under immense pressure. They are wrapped up in how they look and comparing themselves to others.
“If they don’t have the latest branded clothes or phone, it can eat away at them.”
The former care worker thinks substance abuse can also be a factor in some cases.
“Drugs and alcohol were about when I was younger but it seems so much more accessible now,” Allison added.
“A friend said, ‘In Newmilns, you can’t buy a stamp but you can probably buy drugs no bother’.
“More focus needs to be put on community and making sure we support one another and our young people.”
Allison, who’s mum to Angie, 29, and Emelie, four, said schools and colleges should have resources to try to nip mental health issues in the bud. She also believes there needs to be more after care.
“For the past 11 weeks, I’ve been screaming for help,” she said.
“Community Connectors and Samaritans have been amazing but police and charities are too stretched to help everyone affected by suicide properly.
“It’s time to wake up and tackle mental health issues.”
“But we know that suicide is preventable and it’s vital that the Government and wider society continue to work together to prevent as many suicides as possible.”
Scottish Labour health spokeswoman Monica Lennon pointed out the Government had pledged to reduce suicides by 20 per cent by 2022.
Lennon added: “These figures show things are getting worse, not better.
“We need action from Health Secretary Jeane Freeman to give our mental health services the resources they need to stop this tragic loss of life.”
Conservative mental health spokeswoman Annie Wells said while the Government had spent time talking about mental health, the figures show “that hasn’t been matched by action”.
She added: “We’ve gone backwards and the hundreds of people who took their own lives last year are a tragic testament to that.
“People with mental health problems, particularly young patients, are being forced to wait far too long for help and the consequence of this is now there for all to see.”
Expert says root causes of mental distress must be tackled
While it’s incredibly concerning to see the number of deaths by suicide in young people is continuing to rise in Scotland, the figures, sadly, don’t come as a shock.
Young people today are facing unprecedented pressures which are contributing to a whole range of mental health problems including anxiety, depression, self-harm and eating disorders.
Each and every suicide is a tragedy but is also preventable and it’s vital that we come together to tackle the root causes of distress among young people.
They’re giving us a clear signal that right now, more and more of them are struggling to cope with their mental health.
Our own research has highlighted this, with 60 per cent of Scottish young people telling us that pressures to succeed have led them to feel overwhelmed or unable to cope.
Meanwhile, one in five Scottish young people told us this year that they felt ashamed of the way they look, with images on social media identified as a key factor in causing this worry.
The school environment has a significant impact on a young person’s emotional welfare. For children’s wellbeing to thrive during school hours, teachers need the confidence and knowledge to nurture young people’s development.
Equally, they need to be supported with their own mental health throughout their career.
And it’s vital that we, as a society, take steps to support our young people and their mental wellbeing. Action starts in our families and homes with how we support them to talk about their emotions and what’s going on for them, giving them the space they need to express themselves and grow.
By exploring and tackling the root causes that lead to mental distress, we can help build resilience and prevent further tragedies.
Mental Health Minister Clare Haughey said: “Any suicide is a tragedy and my heartfelt condolences go out to the friends and families of those who have been affected.
“We remain committed to building on the overall 19 per cent decrease in suicide rates in Scotland between 2004-2008 and 2014-2018.
“Alongside mental health and suicide prevention groups, we are working to raise public awareness and improve crisis support services for at-risk groups. We have established a National Suicide Prevention Leadership Group.
“We want to create a Scotland where anyone contemplating suicide gets the support they need.
“We will undertake more research to establish the underlying reasons for the increase in 2018.”
Reach out for help
If you or someone you know is struggling, you can contact: The Samaritans on 0116-123. They are open 24/7 every day of the year; Breathing Space on 0800-838587. Their switchboard is manned from 6pm to 2am Monday to Thursday and from 6pm on a Friday through to 6am on Monday.


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The Cheshire Town Council approved its Capital Budget for the coming fiscal on Tuesday night, clearing the way for $9.6 million in new spending.
Of that, approximately $4 million will be sent to referendum in November, will voters will decide their ultimate fate.
The vote was 7-2, with Councilors Tom Ruocco and James Sima dissenting from the majority.
Included in the proposal is $350,000 appropriation for renovations at the Cheshire High School boys' gym, which sparked another round of debate amongst Councilors as to whether upgrading the current facility is the best use of taxpayer funds, and over $1 million for a new aerial truck for the Cheshire Fire Department. Both of those items will be decided by voters in November.
For more on this story, see Thursday's Cheshire Herald.