A Brief History of Esports in Atlantic City, NJ

Esports is the term for competitive video gaming, where players or teams compete against each other in various games and genres. Esports has become a global phenomenon, attracting millions of fans and generating billions of dollars in revenue. Atlantic City, NJ, is one of the places that has embraced esports and aims to become a national hub for the industry.

According to the web search results, here are some of the highlights of the history of esports in Atlantic City:

• In March 2017, Caesars Atlantic City hosted the Gears Pro Circuit Atlantic City Open, an esports tournament for the game Gears of War 4. The event featured 48 teams from around the world and awarded $200,000 in prizes12.
• In June 2018, Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City hosted the Rainbow Six Siege Pro League Season 7 Finals, an esports tournament for the game Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege. The event featured eight teams from four regions and awarded $275,000 in prizes.
• In August 2019, the Boardwalk Hall hosted the Apex Legends Preseason Invitational, an esports tournament for the game Apex Legends. The event featured 80 teams from 19 countries and awarded $500,000 in prizes.
• In June 2021, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and Stockton University signed an agreement to establish an esports Innovation Center at the university’s Atlantic City campus. The center is designed to create new academic and workforce development opportunities, support local economic development, and help Atlantic City and the state become a national hub for the esports industry132.
• In March 2022, the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City hosted the first sanctioned skill-based wagering event in the U.S., sponsored by Esports Entertainment Group and LANDuel. The event was a Madden ’22 esports competition that featured 32 players and awarded $10,000 in prizes4.

CEC Live will host a two day event in Atlantic City in November 2023.

The Effects of Climate Change on Atlantic City NJ

Climate change is expected to have significant impacts on Atlantic City, New Jersey, in the coming decades. Some of the effects are:

• Sea level rise: Atlantic City’s sea level has risen 18.2 inches between 1911 and 2022, more than double the global average1. 
• This is due to the combination of melting glaciers and land subsidence. Sea level rise increases the risk of coastal erosion, saltwater intrusion, and flooding from storm surges and high tides. According to a study by Rutgers University, Atlantic City could see up to 6.3 feet of sea level rise by 2100 under a high-emissions scenario.

• Extreme precipitation: Atlantic City has experienced more intense and frequent rainfall events in the past 20 years, and this trend is projected to continue through the 21st century2. Heavy rainfall can cause flash floods, sewer overflows, water quality degradation, and damage to infrastructure and property. The report by Rutgers University estimates that Atlantic City could see up to 11 percent more annual precipitation and up to 71 percent more days with extreme precipitation by 2100 under a high-emissions scenario.
• Higher temperatures: Atlantic City has warmed by about 3°F since 1895, and this warming is expected to accelerate in the future3. Higher temperatures can increase the demand for cooling, reduce the efficiency of power generation and transmission, worsen air quality and public health, and affect the growth and survival of plants and animals. The report by Rutgers University projects that Atlantic City could see up to 10.8°F of warming by 2100 under a high-emissions scenario.
• Urban heat island effect: Atlantic City is also vulnerable to the urban heat island effect, which is a phenomenon where urban areas are hotter than surrounding rural areas due to the lack of vegetation, abundance of hard surfaces, and human activities. The urban heat island effect can exacerbate the impacts of heat waves and increase energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and health risks. The NJDEP has developed a web application that shows the land surface temperature values for New Jersey from the summer of 2022, which can help identify the urban heat island areas in Atlantic City2.

These are some of the major impacts of climate change on Atlantic City, New Jersey. However, there are also other potential effects that are not yet fully understood or quantified, such as changes in storm patterns, ocean acidification, biodiversity loss, and social and economic disruptions. Therefore, it is important to monitor the climate trends and projections, assess the vulnerabilities and risks, and implement adaptation and mitigation strategies to cope with the challenges posed by climate change. You can learn more about climate change in New Jersey from these websites: New Jersey Climate Change Resource Center, NJDEP Climate Change, [Rutgers Climate Institute].

History of Atlantic City New Jersey

Atlantic City is a seaside resort city in New Jersey, known for its casinos, boardwalk, and beaches. It has a long and varied history, dating back to the 17th century. Here are some of the highlights of its past:

• The original inhabitants of the island were the Lenni-Lenape Indians, who used it as a summer home and enjoyed its natural resources
• The first recorded owner of the island was Thomas Budd, an Englishman who received it as a settlement of a claim in the late 1670s. 
• The first permanent settler on the island was Jeremiah Leeds, who built a house and a farm there in 1785. He and his descendants were the only residents of the island until the mid-19th century
• Dr. Jonathan Pitney, a physician from Absecon, envisioned the island as a health resort and partnered with Richard Osborne, a civil engineer from Philadelphia, to bring the railroad to the island in 1854. They named the new town Atlantic City
• The first boardwalk was built in 1870 to help hotel owners keep sand out of their lobbies. It was later expanded and became a popular attraction for tourists and locals alike
• The city’s golden age was the 1920s, when it was a hub of entertainment, gambling, and alcohol during the Prohibition era. It also hosted the Miss America pageant from 1921 to 2004, and again from 2013 to 2018
• The city faced economic decline and social problems in the second half of the 20th century, as competition from other resorts and air travel reduced its appeal. It also suffered from corruption, crime, and racial tensions
• In 1976, New Jersey voters legalized casino gambling in Atlantic City, hoping to revitalize the city’s economy and tourism industry. The first casino opened in 1978, and soon more followed along the boardwalk and marina district
• The city has faced new challenges in the 21st century, such as natural disasters, competition from other states, and the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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American Finals Rodeo Atlantic City, NJ 2018 Championship

2018 American Finals Rodeo

The American Finals Rodeo in Atlantic City, New Jersey is the grand finale to the rodeo season for the American Professional Rodeo Association. The top 12 competitors in each event compete to be #1. Rodeo cowboys and cowgirls from all over the Northeastern US earn points with each placement towards the 2018 season's standings.

The American Finals Rodeo is the oldest and largest finals rodeo in the Northeastern US. The beautiful Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City is one of the most prestigious venues in America. This is where you'll get to see which cowboys and cowgirls will be awarded the American Finals Rodeo Championship buckles!

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Airport Chariot is beyond just an Atlantic City car service. In addition to offering nights on the town and convention transportation, we can cater our service to fit your needs, Therefore, if you are just looking for simple transportation around town or from ACY (Atlantic City International Airport) to area hotels or you require multi day, multi person pickups; Airport Chariot won’t disappoint.

Atlantic City Air Show 2009

"Thunder Over The Boardwalk"
Once again this years Atlantic City Air Show will feature the Thunderbirds. Thousands of visitors will flood into Atlantic City for the event. The air show is always a a great family event, there's nothing like an air show with the back drop of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Air Show will be on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 From 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is FREE on the beach and Boardwalk of Atlantic City.

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