Cape May Police Arrest 25-Year-Old for Eluding and Hit-and-Run Incident

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August 02, 2024

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 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 👮‍ Cape May Police Arrest 25-Year-Old for Eluding and Hit-and-Run Incident

‍ 🐴 Budweiser Clydesdales to Visit Margate

  🌊 New State Flood Regulations to Elevate First Floors by 14 Feet

 🏌️‍ Playing Out of Divots: Understanding Golf’s Unyielding Rules

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Cape May Police Arrest 25-Year-Old for Eluding and Hit-and-Run Incident

 Brandon L. Rollans, 25, from Blackwood, New Jersey, was arrested in Cape May after refusing to stop for a traffic stop due to visible vehicle damage. He was involved in a prior pedestrian accident before abandoning his vehicle and being apprehended. Rollans faces several charges, including eluding, hindering apprehension, resisting arrest, and unlawful weapon possession. He is currently detained at Cape May County Correctional Center, and the investigation is ongoing with the Cape May Police seeking additional information from the public.

Budweiser Clydesdales to Visit Margate

  The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales are set to visit Margate, NJ, offering the public a unique opportunity to witness these majestic horses up close. On August 15, from 2 to 3 p.m., the Clydesdales will be harnessed and hitched to the iconic Budweiser beer wagon on the beach block of Cedar Grove Avenue in front of the Island House condominiums. The event will continue with the Clydesdales parading around a circuit on the streets of Margate from 3 to 4 p.m., starting and ending their journey on Cedar Grove Avenue. This visit is part of a series of national appearances, including events such as the Tournament of Roses Parade and St. Louis Cardinals opening day..

New State Flood Regulations to Elevate First Floors by 14 Feet

 New state regulations addressing sea level rise could significantly impact flood zone classifications, potentially requiring homes to elevate their first floors by 14 feet. During a presentation to municipal officials on July 24, environmental consultant Peter Lomax, hired by the county, shared insights from a Rutgers University advisory panel on sea level projections. By 2100, with moderate carbon emissions, there's a 50% chance sea levels could rise by 3.3 feet, and a 17% chance of a 5.1-foot rise, affecting 44% of West Cape May, possibly submerging it underwater. These changes could expand flood zones significantly, impacting property development and insurance.

Playing Out of Divots: Understanding Golf’s Unyielding Rules

 Finding your ball in a divot after a perfect drive can be frustrating, but the USGA maintains the principle of playing the ball as it lies. Despite occasional discussions, no practical alternative exists to redefine divot holes under the current rules.

Whether you’re new to golf or a seasoned player, encountering a ball in a divot after a perfect drive can be disheartening. Despite following all the rules and making an excellent shot, ending up in a hole caused by another player's shot feels unjust.

You might wonder why the Rules of Golf don't offer free relief in such situations. Rule 16.3 allows players to remove an embedded ball anywhere in the general area without penalty, so why not extend this to divots?

Craig Winter, Senior Director of Rules of Golf and Amateur Status for the USGA, explains that it's essential to play the ball as it lies, regardless of the circumstances. "It's fundamental to golf," Winter says. Although the USGA and R&A have periodically considered addressing divot holes differently, no practical solution has been found. The issue is not common enough to warrant a change, and redefining divot holes as ground under repair would significantly alter the fairway landscape.

Answer to the August 1st Trivia Question

Question: Cape May, New Jersey, is famous for its historical significance and unique attractions. Which of the following statements about Cape May is true?

A) Cape May was originally named Cape Island until 1869.

B) The Cape May Lighthouse was built in 1892.

C) Cape May diamonds are actual diamonds found on the beaches.

D) The Harriet Tubman Museum opened to the public in 2015.

Answer: A) Cape May was originally named Cape Island until 1869.

Cape May, initially called Cape Island, was renamed in 1869. It has a rich history, including being one of the oldest seaside resorts in the United States, renowned for its Victorian architecture and significant historical landmarks

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