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From guard rails to trucking to the mystery of River Sink Trails
One of our Street Scene family members has suffered a stroke. A mild stroke if there is such a thing. Our little “retired” Special Olympian, Gold and Silver medalist and multiple blue ribbon winner, Lane Gerald Weston Stuart, remains quite happy, although now doesn’t fully understand the world around him.
Tips for navigating mishaps, Tallahassee road dips and detours
File under "Helpful Hints": Reaching adulthood brings with it many understandings we didn’t have years prior. Obtaining the privilege (driver license) to operate a motor vehicle adds new and different understandings we didn’t have weeks prior. At least it should. But not all learn as quickly as others. Falling off our roller skates at 5 years, or as in my case, falling out of trees, crashing the bicycle we got for our 7th birthday or getting injured playing little league and high school sports.
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The Republika Srpska!
Europe » Bosnia & Herzegovina » North » Banja Luka Published: January 11th 2025 Edit Blog Post Dear All Hello, and greetings from a self-styled country which doesn't really exist, but rather it is one of the four autonomous regions that make up the complicated Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Spectacular Sumo Wrestling and the Grace of Kyoto
Published: May 8th 2024 Edit Blog Post Getting tossed in the ring According to the Lonely Planet book, Eat Japan, Kyotoites will happily waste their fortunes on a fine kimono, and Tokyoites on shoes, the Osakans only have one way to squander their riches - on food. Our time in Japan has been incredible and our next stop was yet another one we awaited with great anticipation....Osaka.
A Short Trip to Germany - Bonn and Koblenz
Europe » Germany » North Rhine-Westphalia » Bonn Published: June 24th 2023 Edit Blog Post Dear All Greetings on this my second and final blog entry on my lovely little mini-trip to Cologne and around during the summer half-term. This will relate my last two days on the trip, starting from a really wonderful second full day – while my first full day I devoted to Cologne, my second was to Bonn.
France and a bit more
Europe » France » Rhône-Alpes » Lyon Published: May 23rd 2023 Edit Blog Post France - and a bit more: Week 1 This blog describes our 2023 journey to Europe; specifically France (with the possibility of a small foray elsewhere). As always, we segment the 'blog' into roughly weekly or fortnightly posts (this being the 1st). Our travel blog has been written for family and friends to 'travel with us'.
Multimodal is the way to go to reduce car use
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:34 p.m. ET June 13, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) OK everyone, I admit, last week I left out part of the chorus frustrated about traffic congestion at West Tennessee Street and Capital Circle. Mark proclaimed eastbound as the trouble, Tony says westbound is the problem. Apparently traffic is snarled each morning and afternoon out there. Q.
Thank Lafayette Park neighbors for new speeding signs | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:07 p.m. ET June 6, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) As the state reopens for business and we navigate our neighborhoods in cars again we will have to be at our vigilant best, on the alert for children at play adjacent to streets and also playing in the streets. Driving heads-up is required. Q.
A scramble crossing might help pedestrians near FSU campus| Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:46 p.m. ET May 23, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. While living in Oakland, California, John remembers a project put in place to accommodate heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic at some intersections. John thinks they were called scramble crossings. All vehicular traffic was stopped to allow pedestrians to cross the street in every direction, including diagonally.
Bright flashing lights a safety must for first reponders | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 6:46 p.m. ET May 16, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) A positive that has resulted during the pandemic is finding ways to be pleasantly close to family even when it seems we are constantly falling over one another. It helps to laugh at ourselves. Our dear grandmother would say laughter is the devil's worst enemy. Gran taught us many things, thrift was one.
Open road is no excuse for racing in the streets
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 5:09 p.m. ET May 10, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) As we thank our medical responders, we can also be proud of ourselves for persevering during this time of uncertainty. Be well everyone. If anyone is skeptical when I write that excessive speed kills, an interesting study conducted by Newsy, a U.S. news network, reveals the number of traffic deaths are up.
Summer could bring progress on Talpeco Road traffic signal| Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 1:10 p.m. ET April 25, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Glenn, Leigh Ann, Steve, James, Gene join a host of others over an extended period of time asking when we will get the much needed traffic signal at North Monroe Street and Talpeco Road. A. The latest information from FDOT has this traffic signal project scheduled to begin June 8, 2020.
A time to thank the many who are serving
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:58 p.m. ET April 18, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Traffic has calmed down so we are taking a moment to give thanks. We are grateful for our dedicated doctors, nurses, medical technicians, state troopers, paramedics, local law enforcement, firefighters, medical staff, pharmacy staff, and the all important grocery store employees. Indeed, all front-line workers.
Harness your resolve to make best of this bad situation | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 1:59 p.m. ET April 4, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Resolve: to settle or find a solution — the firm aims to resolve problems. To be sure this will take resolve. Resolve to stay the course, also to understand, this too shall pass. Resolve to make the best of a bad situation.
Street Scene: Dressing to Impress at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic
A stylish crowd turned out on Oct. 14 for the eighth annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic at Will Rogers State Historic Park in Los Angeles’ Pacific Palisades neighborhood. Celebrities were among the fashionable set who gathered to sip champagne and take in a polo match. Celebrities in attendance included Kate Hudson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Abigail Spencer, Camilla Belle, Victoria Justice, Ali Larter, Lauren Conrad, Nicole Scherzinger and Zoe Levin.
Look twice is good advice for pedestrians and drivers | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:57 p.m. ET March 28, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Joan, heart still pounding, was eastbound on West Gaines Street in front of the Greenwise Market when she witnessed a near disaster. A young man crossing Gaines Street toward Greenwise, walked directly into the path of the car in front of her. The pedestrian signal was flashing yellow but the driver didn’t stop.
Aftermarket headlights may be what's causing glare| Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:06 p.m. ET March 21, 2020 Street Scene Philip Stuart Guest columnist Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) First things first; as we all limit public contact we may find it heartening to become reacquainted with our family. Enjoying family conversation, playing with the children, petting the dog, playing board games and card games might truly be to our overall health advantage. Be smart — be well — be happy. Godspeed Street urchins.
Roundabout on Miccosukee Road could be risky for pedestrians
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 6:08 p.m. ET Feb. 1, 2020 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Finally - the Super Bowl! Have much fun enjoying the game. Be passionate, but be safe after the game. It should be a good contest. I’m going to follow what a good friend once said to me when I asked how he planned to celebrate New Year's. I’m staying home, he said, that way if I get in an accident it won’t be my fault.
Streetlight expert illuminates the debate on LEDs
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:09 p.m. ET Jan. 25, 2020 An example of Soft Lights at night. (Photo: Soft Lights) Street Sceners, you have piqued the interest of professional street lighting experts around the country. Mark Baker is a recognized expert in street lighting who has made a difference in the way municipalities throughout the U.S. look at Light Emitting Diode (LED) streetlights.
Residents fired up over bright LED streetlights |Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:26 p.m. ET Jan. 18, 2020 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. The names of Tallahassee residents adversely effected or harmed by bright white light emitting diode (LED) streetlights continues to grow. Lou and family now join many others having to shelter themselves away by closing off bedroom windows for sleeping. But the extremely brilliant LED light invades the living room and dining room. Most unpleasant. Lou asks; what can we do?
Steer a safe path in the new year and welcome to a new police chief | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 4:14 p.m. ET Jan. 4, 2020 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Today I take a moment to welcome our new police chief and at the same time offer a little insight into keeping safe while operating a motor vehicle in the coming months, year and decade. Next week, Street Scene will get back to your many email letters. Congratulations to our homegrown Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell.
We can do more to improve safety at intersections and boat ramps
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 4:24 p.m. ET Dec. 14, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) We must get serious about traffic safety in our community. We seem to be satisfied with substandard or minimal resolutions when it comes to preventing a known area of driver frustration, confusion and safety.
What's top traffic complaint? Slow it down, Tallahassee drivers
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:36 p.m. ET Nov. 30, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Very frequently, actually all too frequently, I receive urgent requests asking me to help do something about drivers speeding through neighborhoods. Name a neighborhood anywhere, and I’ll have letters from residents of that neighborhood. The following is such a request in an area of mixed use, residential and business. Q.
Keep your holiday driving in safe, capable hands
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:45 p.m. ET Nov. 23, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Here we are preparing for exciting travels to far away places and short, not so far away places. Thanksgiving is our very American tradition of gathering with family to celebrate our country’s rich history steeped in new beginnings and the love we share with one another. Some of us will leave today traveling by car, some by plane tomorrow, some may drive to catch a train.
The long and winding story of Apalachee Parkway
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:25 p.m. ET Oct. 12, 2019 Buy Photo A view of the Capitol Complex from Apalachee Parkway, during the Autumnal Equinox on Sept. 23, 2010. (Photo: Democrat files) Last week we credited Apalachee Parkway with taking us to the Seminole Radio Control Club “Fly For A Cure” fundraiser for the Children’s Miracle Network, which led to much conversation.
Model planes take off at Seminole Radio Control Club fundraiser
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:42 p.m. ET Oct. 5, 2019 Seminole Radio Control Club presents a check to the Children's Miracle Network during an event a few years ago. (Photo: Special to the Chronicle) There exists an idiom in the aviation community: A mile of roadway will take you a mile but a mile of runway will take you around the world.
Speeding on Sixth Avenue reaches dangerous level
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:56 p.m. ET Sept. 21, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Jim, a resident of I-6 (colloquially known as Sixth Avenue) and a member of the ever growing chorus of residents endangered by high speed traffic racing through the Lafayette Park community, has a serious request. Residents along the Sixth and Seventh Avenue one-way pair are confronted with speeds of over 50 miles per hour.
Report aims to shine a light on disruptive streetlight situation | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:53 p.m. ET Sept. 14, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) My report of the violent intrusion into our lives by LED streetlights is nearing conclusion. Thanks goes to our very own "night sky" guy, Ken Kopczynski for bringing up the subject of how light pollution is interfering with our views of the spectacular sky at night.
Revisiting Lloyd, staying safe on campus
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:30 p.m. ET Sept. 1, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Congratulations, Chief Brown. FSU appointed Terri Brown to serve as Chief of Police, effective Aug. 31. Brown will become the first woman to serve as chief of police at Florida State. Godspeed. The name is Lloyd Probably one of the worst things a writer, or anyone actually, can do is get the spelling of a person's name wrong. I did exactly that last week.
Use your thinker, use your blinker
Philip Stuart , Street Scene Published 4:06 p.m. ET Aug. 17, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Mary Ann says driving in town would be a much safer sport if we would all use our directional signals. A. I quite agree, when the other driver knows your intention is to execute a turn, he is able to formulate his next action without concern of creating what might otherwise be a mid-intersection conflict.
Drainage work on Miccosukee Road nears completion | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:31 p.m. ET Aug. 3, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Road Closed: Drainage work on Miccosukee Road at the intersection of East Georgia Street is expected to be completed today allowing both directions to be open to traffic in time for tomorrow's commute. This will make, as of Thursday, 51 Street Scene readers very happy. Most driving the detour, others residing in homes along the detours.
Ranking the top 10 most dangerous intersections in Tallahassee | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 1:50 p.m. ET July 27, 2019 | Updated 1:53 p.m. ET July 27, 2019 Dec. 6 fiery wreck at Apalachee Parkway Eastbound and Connor Blvd Scott D. Flowers/Facebook, Scott D. Flowers/Facebook Q. Wally, retired and in no particular hurry would like to avoid dangerous intersections and has asked me to publish a list of Tallahassee’s most dangerous. Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) A. Kinda like the FBI most wanted.
Pedestrians in danger along Sixth Avenue|Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 1:50 p.m. ET July 13, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. I received an email from Jim with photos of another vehicle crash on East Sixth Avenue, colloquially referred to as I-6 for a reason. One of the vehicles after impact, point-of-rest, was in the front yard of a corner residence.
Drivers are going too fast; sidewalk progress going too slowly | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:30 p.m. ET June 29, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Mike wants to know why I suggested TPD, the Sheriff and FHP go to I-6 and I-7 (6th and 7th Avenue one-way pair thru midtown) if they want blue copies? Does that mean to write speeding tickets? And if it does, shouldn’t I also have told people to slow down? A. Yes, it means issuing citations for excessive speed.
Bicyclists face dangerous challenges in Tallahassee | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 12:22 p.m. ET June 15, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Hello drivers, Happy Father's Day! To all who understood the humor in last week's Street Scene with my answer to Jeff about Roberts Road signage, thanks for saying so. Candice did not see it. I have found a sense of humor goes a long way in enjoying each day, especially the difficult ones. Q.
Stop bar gives waiting cars the green light|Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 11:36 a.m. ET June 1, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Carlton, stuck behind a long line of backed up traffic, watching the signal at the intersection cycle a few times without providing a green light for his approach, figured the traffic signal was malfunctioning.
Never stop your disabled car in a moving lane of traffic | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 1:58 p.m. ET May 25, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) I’ll begin with a couple of public service announcements. 1.) If, like me you drive an older truck (or car), brothers Leroy and Jessee, local franchise holders of AAMCO transmission shops, can fix what’s broken. We think transmission shops repair only transmissions, and for the most part, that might be true.
Traffic advisory: Reading rainy road conditions | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:36 p.m. ET May 18, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) “Traffic Advisory.” A pilot to pilot - pilot to air traffic control communication method of reporting any given condition affecting or that might affect an aircraft in flight. Today I expand such an important safety enhancement method to all surface travelers. Today’s “Advisory” - Driving in Rain.
Devastation of high-speed crashes can be gruesome lesson | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:17 p.m. ET March 16, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Often when I am with friends the conversation turns to appreciation of my Street Scene column and traffic safety in general. Last Saturday was one of those times and excessive speed was one of those topics. It heartens me to find more people who seem to be genuinely interested in taking traffic safety seriously, adults and teens alike.
For safer driving, set up cellphone prompts
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:15 p.m. ET March 2, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Last week I reported our Florida legislators are poised to pass into law new distracted driving regulations. To be in compliance I suggested everyone “be prepared” (for hands-free communication while driving). Mary Ann has a better way and shares this suggestion: "on our wireless devices we all go to settings and set up the Do Not Disturb While Driving feature.
Flashing yellow or shining bright
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 5:57 p.m. ET Feb. 9, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Westbound on Tennessee Street, Dennis frequently turns south onto Franklin Boulevard. The tremendous irritation Dennis feels comes from having to wait at a red traffic signal when there is no opposing eastbound traffic. Dennis believes this west to south duel-left is a candidate for flashing yellow arrows which allow drivers to use discretion should conditions allow. A.
Drivers turning into Chick-fil-A clogging traffic on Capital Circle| Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 1:07 p.m. ET Feb. 2, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Street Scene is celebrating its fourth anniversary. Thanks to everyone for your contribution to the betterment of public safety by writing. And people ask, is Tallahassee a nice place to live and raise children? My friend and Democrat reporter, the late Gerald Ensley, said it best. "We found paradise." Q.
Motorists question no passing zone, dump truck routes | Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 4:23 p.m. ET Jan. 26, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. Randy wants to know why a No Passing zone has been established for southbound Woodville Highway just as motorists are approaching the City of Woodville. A. I'm not sure Randy but I can guarantee FDOT is the party responsible for actual striping of any pavement markings.
Coping with glare on signals and from street lights
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 2:19 p.m. ET Jan. 12, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart. (Photo: Philip Stuart) Q. John asks, can the traffic signals at Spirit Way and Stadium Drive be adjusted? Right now they are pointed down a bit and with the winter sun on the horizon makes them hard to see for southbound drivers on Stadium Drive. A. Thank you John.
Slow down, follow precautions when road conditions get bad |Street Scene
Philip Stuart, Street Scene Published 3:56 p.m. ET Jan. 5, 2019 Retired state trooper Philip Stuart.(Photo: Philip Stuart) Headline: Impaired driver crosses the center line and takes the life of another....Impaired driver runs stop sign. 5 killed.... Impaired driver looses control of vehicle. 3 children dead. Why do we do it? This question I ask at all traffic safety speaking engagements. My teen drivers understand. They are correct with their one word answer.
Street Scene: No need to make left turns more aggravating
Q. Carol writes to say traffic signals on Mahan Drive from the Publix Supermarket entrance to I-10 are causing the same driver aggravation/ frustration, unnecessary fuel consumption, atmosphere pollution and waste of the citizens valuable time Bill and others are experiencing.
Street Scene: Thanks for recovery efforts, caution for pedestrians
Our best wishes and humble prayers are with our friends and neighbors recovering from Hurricane Michael. Tallahassee, for the most part, fared much better than neighbors to our west and southwest. Our Civil Air Patrol went into full swing as did thousands of law enforcement, medical personnel, fire-rescue, electric utility crews and tree cutting and clearing crews.
Expect lane closures as repaving nears completion on Monroe Street
Q. Jim joined the North Monroe Street chorus back in June with everyone wanting, no, demanding the underground utility construction move along to finality. A. Well, everyone may take pride in knowing your patience is rewarded with a fine new road surface. There is more work to be done out there however which translates to areas of lane shifts, lane closures, a final pavement overlay and traffic control upgrades. So let's remain patient as we suffer through our growing pains together. Q.
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