1849 – Corn Laws abolished in Britain
1854 – Dutch KNMI established (Royal Meteorological Institute)
1901 – Stanley Cup, Montreal Arena, Westmount, Quebec: Winnipeg Victorias edge Montreal Shamrocks, 2-1 to sweep challenge series, 2-0
1906 – Strongest instrumentally recorded earthquake, Colombia, 8.6 Richter
1945 – Soviet troops reach the Oder River, less that 50 miles from Berlin
1948 – Magnetic tape recorder developed by Wireway
1955 – RCA demonstrates 1st music synthesizer
1966 – Australian Championships Women’s Tennis: Margaret Smith wins her 7th consecutive Australian singles title; beats American Nancy Richey in a walkover, Richey injured
1978 – “Elvis: The Legend Lives!” opens at Palace Theater NYC for 101 performances
2001 – In the Netherlands, a Scottish court convicts a Libyan and acquits another for their part in the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 which crashed into Lockerbie, Scotland in 1988
Month: January 2024
Historical Events for 30th January 2024
1826 – The Menai Suspension Bridge, considered the world’s first modern suspension bridge, connecting the Isle of Anglesey to the north West coast of Wales is opened.
1889 – Victoria beat NSW after following on (NSW all out 63 needed 76)
1892 – Bobby Abel carries his bat for 132* for England in SCG Test
1930 – Vladimir Mayakovsky’s drama “The Bathhouse (Bunya)” premieres in Leningrad
1945 – American Rangers and Filipino resistance fighters liberate over 500 Allied POWs from Japanese at Cabanatuan
1963 – Ivan Sutherland submits a thesis containing his Sketchpad program, a forerunner to modern-day graphic user interfaces and computer-aided design programs
1981 – 8th American Music Awards: Barbra Streisand and Kenny Rogers win
1996 – Gino Gallagher, the suspected leader of the Irish National Liberation Army, is killed while waiting in line for his unemployment benefit.
2000 – 16th Sundance Film Festival: “Girlfight” and “You Can Count on Me” (tie) win Grand Jury Prize Dramatic
2005 – 21st Sundance Film Festival: “Forty Shades of Blue”, directed by Ira Sachs, wins Grand Jury Prize Dramatic
Historical Events for 29th January 2024
1728 – John Gays’ satiric work “The Beggar’s Opera” premieres at the Lincoln’s Inn Fields Theatre in London, England [NS=Feb 9]
1892 – The Coca-Cola Company is incorporated in Atlanta, Georgia
1961 – US female Figure Skating championship won by Laurence Owen
1964 – Unmanned Apollo 1 Saturn launcher test attains Earth orbit
1975 – West Indies win fifth test against India to win an exciting series 3-2
1987 – William J. Casey term as 13th director of the CIA ends
1993 – Test debut of Vinod Kambli, prolific Indian batsman
2002 – US President George W. Bush in his State of the Union address describes “regimes that sponsor terror” an “Axis of Evil”, which includes Iraq, Iran and North Korea
2017 – NFL Pro Bowl, Orlando, FL: AFC beats NFC, 20-13; MVPs: Travis Kelce, KC Chiefs, TE; Lorenzo Alexander, Buffalo Bills, LB
2018 – Toronto police arrest landscaper Bruce McArthur for murder after remains of at least 5 people found in potted plants
Historical Events for 28th January 2024
1624 – Sir Thomas Warner founds the first English colony in the Caribbean, on Saint Kitts.
1855 – The first locomotive runs from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean on the Panama Railway
1939 – Australian Championships Men’s Tennis: Australian John Bromwich wins his 1st Australian title; beats doubles partner Adrian Quist 6-4, 6-1, 6-3
1954 – 1954 NFL Draft: Bobby Garrett from University of Stanford first pick by Cleveland Browns
1978 – Ted Nugent autographs a fan’s arm with his knife
1979 – Arthur Kopit’s play “Wings” premieres in NYC
1985 – Charity single “We Are the World” recorded by supergroup USA for Africa (Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Quincy Jones, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, and other pop stars)
1986 – Space Shuttle Challenger explodes 73 seconds after liftoff from Cape Canaveral, killing all 7 crew members, including Christa McAuliffe who was to be the first teacher in space
1986 – Angolan revolutionary and leader of UNITA, Jonas Savimbi visits Washington, D.C.
1990 – “Independent on Sunday” begins publishing in London
Historical Events for 27th January 2024
1534 – French King Francis I signs classified treaty with Landgrave of Hesse
1927 – Australian Championships Men’s Tennis: Gerald Patterson wins his only home title; beats countryman John Hawkes 3-6, 6-4, 3-6, 18-16, 6-3
1956 – RCA records releases Elvis Presley’s single “Heartbreak Hotel”, his first million-seller (written by Mae Boren Axton and Tommy Durden)
1964 – Margaret Chase Smith (Sen-R-Maine) tries for Republican President bid
1969 – 9 Jews publicly executed in Damascus, Syria
1972 – The British Army and the Irish Republican Army engage in gun battles near County Armagh; British troops fire over 1,000 rounds of ammunition
1976 – “Laverne and Shirley” TV spinoff from “Happy Days” starring Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams premieres on ABC TV
1976 – Morocco-Algeria battles in West Sahara
1979 – Islanders ends 23 undefeated games at home streak (15-0-8)
1992 – Mike Tyson goes on trial for rape (he is found guilty)
BCPS is Redefining Schools for a New Era – Join the Conversation at Three Events in February
BCPS is Redefining Schools for a New Era
Join the Conversation at Three Events in February
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is changing to better serve our students and communities, and we want you – parents, guardians, caregivers and all District stakeholders – to join the conversation and let your voice be heard.
The District is launching the Community Conversations About Redefining Our Schools in February at three conveniently located high schools throughout the county:
- Thursday, February 8, at Fort Lauderdale High, 1600 N.E. Fourth Ave., Fort Lauderdale
- Thursday, February 15, at J.P. Taravella High, 10600 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs
- Thursday, February 22, at Charles W. Flanagan High, 12800 Taft St., Pembroke Pines
As school districts across the nation face challenges due to under-enrollment, population changes and increased competition, BCPS remains focused and committed to making our District more innovative and responsive to the evolving educational needs in our communities.
Redefining BCPS will involve community input, data analysis and creative thinking in exploring ways to reduce the number of under-enrolled schools to ensure equitable funding and instructional resources across the District. Strategies may include adding new programs, boundary adjustments, combining schools, school closures and repurposing schools to expand community services.
BCPS urges the community to take part in this transformational process to positively impact schools and the greater community.
Community Conversations About Redefining Our Schools is the first of many opportunities throughout the planning process when stakeholders will be asked to provide input. Any civic or faith-based organizations interested in hosting a future focus group or discussion from February through May 2024, should email redefiningbcps@browardschools.com.
For more information about Redefining Our Schools, visit browardschools.com/redefining.
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ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
“Educating all students to reach their highest potential.”
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, serving more than 251,000 students and approximately 110,000 adult learners in 239 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 87 charter schools. BCPS supports a diverse student population representing 177 different countries and speaking 153 languages. To connect with BCPS, visit browardschools.com, follow us on Twitter @browardschools, on Facebook at facebook.com/browardschools, on Instagram @browardschoolsofficial, on YouTube at youtube.com/browardschoolsvideos and download the free BCPS mobile app at browardschools.com/MobileApp.
More than 1,000 BCPS High School Juniors to Participate in the Claim Your Future Showcase
The Alliance and BCPS Partner for Annual Claim Your Future Showcase– Media Are Invited to Cover this Event –
More than 1,000 high school juniors from across Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) are getting a jump start on exploring their career options as they meet face-to-face with local business leaders during the annual Claim Your Future Showcase.
The event, which is an industry-focused career fair, is a collaboration between BCPS and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance (Alliance). It takes place on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise.
During the showcase, students in the District’s Career, Technical, Adult & Community Education (CTACE) programs meet with representatives from local businesses, educational institutions and partner organizations as they discover a wide range of career possibilities. They also gain knowledge about the skills needed to pursue their professional goals, hear directly from business executives during a panel discussion, learn about professionalism in the workplace and participate in mock interviews with expert interviewers.
“In collaboration with BCPS, we’re proud to bring the Claim Your Future Showcase to our students once again. Our goal is simple: to showcase the high-wage, high-demand careers available right here in Broward County and South Florida,” President/CEO of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance Bob Swindell said. “By linking classroom learning with real-world opportunities in key industries including tech, life sciences, aviation and marine, we’re committed to keeping our local talent here and building a strong future for our community.”
“This annual event provides incredible opportunities for our students. Not only will they be meeting with industry professionals and business leaders from across South Florida, but they will also get first-hand insights into what it takes to work in these in-demand careers,” BCPS Superintendent Dr. Peter B. Licata said. “We appreciate all that the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance does each year to make this event possible for our students.”
Major sponsors of this year’s Claim Your Future Showcase include: Amerant Bank Arena, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Delaware North, Memorial Health System and the city of Fort Lauderdale.
Media interested in covering this event should RSVP to
bcps.pio@browardschools.com.
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ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
“Educating all students to reach their highest potential.”
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, serving more than 251,000 students and approximately 110,000 adult learners in 239 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 87 charter schools. BCPS supports a diverse student population representing 177 different countries and speaking 153 languages. To connect with BCPS, visit browardschools.com, follow us on Twitter @browardschools, on Facebook at facebook.com/browardschools, on Instagram @browardschoolsofficial, on YouTube at youtube.com/browardschoolsvideos and download the free BCPS mobile app at browardschools.com/MobileApp.
ABOUT THE ALLIANCE:
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance (www.gflalliance.org) is Broward County’s official public/private partnership for economic development. Its mission is to lead Broward County in building a stronger and more diverse economy by stimulating the creation of new jobs and capital investment while facilitating the growth and retention of businesses in Broward County. Services offered by the Alliance include assistance with business relocation or expansion and site selection; incentive programs and information; market research; and serving as a liaison for workforce development between CareerSource Broward, educational institutions and the business community. To learn more, call (954) 524-3113.
Historical Events for 26th January 2024
1863 – American Civil War: Massachusetts Governor receives permission from Secretary of War to raise a militia organization for men of African descent (54th Massachusetts Regiment)
1931 – “Cimarron” directed by Wesley Ruggles and starring Richard Dix and Irene Dunne premieres in New York. 1st western to win Best Outstanding Production/Picture (1931)
1957 – Francis Poulenc’s opera “Dialogue des Carmelites” premieres at La Scala, in Milan
1958 – Jack Smith takes over from Art Baker as TV host of “You Asked for It”
1959 – Australian Championships Men’s Tennis: American based Peruvian Alex Olmedo wins his first Grand Slam event; beats Neale Fraser of Australia 6-1, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3
1969 – Minister of Health and Social Services William Morgan resigns from the Northern Ireland government
1983 – Nazi Gestapo war criminal Klaus Barbie arrested in Bolivia
1988 – Andrew Lloyd Webber and Charles Hart’s musical “Phantom of the Opera”, directed by Hal Prince and starring Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman, opens at Majestic Theater, NYC ; runs for 13,981 performances, winning 7 Tony Awards, and becoming Broadway’s longest-running shows
1997 – Mario Lemieux ties NHL record with 4 goals in the 3rd period as Pittsburgh wins, 5-2 at Montreal; 39th career hat trick and 13th 4-goal game, tying NHL record shared by Wayne Gretzky and Mike Bossy
2021 – Antony Blinken confirmed by US Senate as Secretary of State
Miramar High School Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Newly Renovated Band and Chorus Rooms
Miramar High School Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Newly Renovated Band and Chorus Rooms
Part of Approximately $21.5 Million in Primary Renovation Projects at This School
WHO:
Broward County School Board Members; Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Superintendent; Miramar High School Administration, Teachers, and Staff; Elected Officials; and Community Members
WHAT:
Miramar High School is celebrating the opening of its newly renovated band and chorus rooms with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
WHEN:
Friday, January 26, 2024
9 a.m.
WHERE:
Miramar High School
3601 S.W. 89th Ave.
Miramar, FL 33025
(Parking will be available in the school parking lot on the north side of the main entrance.)
WHY:
As part of the SMART Bond program, approximately $21.5 million has been budgeted for campus-wide enhancements, including the renovated band and chorus rooms, renovated media center, aviation lab renovation, art room renovation, fire alarm upgrades, fire sprinklers building #2, re-roofing projects, window and door replacements, restroom renovations, HVAC improvements, and electrical upgrades.
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ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
“Educating all students to reach their highest potential.”
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, serving more than 251,000 students and approximately 110,000 adult learners in 239 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 87 charter schools. BCPS supports a diverse student population representing 177 different countries and speaking 153 languages. To connect with BCPS, visit browardschools.com, follow us on Twitter @browardschools, on Facebook at facebook.com/browardschools, on Instagram @browardschoolsofficial, on YouTube at youtube.com/browardschoolsvideos and download the free BCPS mobile app at browardschools.com/MobileApp.
Historical Events for 25th January 2024
1648 – French theologian Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet obtains his first thesis in theology with Louis II de Bourbon, Prince of Condé, as a witness
1721 – Tsar Peter the Great makes the Moscow patriarchate and Russian Orthodox Church subordinate to the state
1904 – 179 die in coal mine explosion at Cheswick, Pennsylvania
1904 – John Millington Synge’s play “Riders to the Sea” premieres in Dublin
1909 – Richard Strauss’ one-act opera “Elektra” premieres in Dresden
1959 – 1st transcontinental commercial jet flight (American) (LA to NY for $301)
1964 – Dale Wasserman’s stage play “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”, adapted from the novel by Ken Kesey, starring Kirk Douglas, Ed Ames; Joan Tetzel, and Gene Wilder, closes at Cort Theatre, NYC, after 82 performances
1988 – Ramsewak Shankar sworn in as President of Suriname
1989 – Augusto Alcalde, 1st South American Zen teacher, receives Dharma Transmission
1996 – Ottawa Senators set an NHL record with 16th consecutive home game without a win (0-15-1) in a 4-2 loss to Detroit at the Palladium; old record (15) shared by 1928 Black Hawks and 1939 Canadiens