Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Aug 9, 12017

CSi Weather…

LATE THIS AFTERNOON…Showers likely and chance of

thunderstorms. Northwest winds around 10 mph. Chance of

precipitation 60 percent in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City Area.

.TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain showers and

thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the upper 50s. Northwest

winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 30 percent in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City area.

.THURSDAY…Decreasing clouds. Highs in the mid 70s. North winds

around 10 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. North

winds around 10 mph.

.FRIDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. East winds around

5 mph.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy

with a 20 percent chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in

the mid 50s. East winds around 5 mph.

.SATURDAY…Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of rain showers in the

morning, then chance of rain showers and slight chance of

thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of

precipitation 30 percent.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain

showers. Lows in the lower 50s.

.SUNDAY…Mostly sunny with a 30 percent chance of rain showers.

Highs in the mid 70s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain

showers. Lows in the mid 50s.

.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 70s.

Lows in the mid 50s.

.TUESDAY…Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of rain showers and

thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 70s.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain showers and slight

chance of thunderstorms in the evening, then chance of rain

showers after midnight. Lows in the upper 50s. Chance of

precipitation 50 percent.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of rain showers in

the morning. Highs around 80.

 

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue across

much of western and central North Dakota. A few stronger storms

will be possible Wednesday afternoon and early evening across the

James River Valley. Large hail up to quarter size, gusty winds to

50 mph, and dangerous lightning will be the primary threats.

 

Chances for showers and thunderstorms return Friday through

Saturday, especially across western and south central North

Dakota. Severe weather is not expected at this time.

 

Valley City  (CSi)  Music in the Park Wednesday evening has been move indoors to the Valley City Eagles Club due to inclement weather.

Valley City Kroshus & Krew of Wahpeton will entertain at 7:15 pm. .

A picnic supper will be provided by Marketplace Foods for the 1st 250 people tonight.

 

 

UPDATE…

Jamestown  (CSi)  Jamestown Police Chief Scott Edinger has released a statement concerning the deaths of two individuals on Sunday August 6, 2017 in their home.

The statement reads:

On August 6^th , 2017 at 5:49 pm, officers of the Jamestown Police Department were dispatched to 1906 4^th St NE on a report of two bodies found in the home.  The bodies were found by the fathers of the two deceased persons.  Officers and Deputies responded to the apparent murder-suicide, secured the scene, and were later assisted by agents with the North Dakota BCI.

During the investigation, officers and detectives identified the two deceased individuals as Casey Gene Jensen 33 and Cherish Ranae Petersen 26.  Jensen and Petersen were in a domestic relationship and both were currently residing in the home.  Both bodies were sent to the North Dakota Forensic Examiner’s Office for autopsies.

According to information from the North Dakota Forensic Examiner’s Office, Cherish Petersen died as a result of a gunshot wound to the back of the head and Casey Jensen died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.  A Winchester rifle, two shell casings and several other items were taken as evidence during the investigation.

It is believed the shooting occurred in the late evening hours of August 4^th or early morning hours of August 5^th.  A three month old child was found uninjured in the home, but was taken to the Jamestown Regional Medical Center for treatment for dehydration and was later released to family members.

 

Valley City (CSi)  Valley City Police Chief Phil Hatcher reports, that, in conjunction with the United States Marshall’s Service The Valley City Police Department has been working diligently on Wednesday August 9, 2017 in Valley City doing a Sex Offender compliance operation.

Chief Hatcher’s statement said:

“The operation includes face to face visits with every sex offender in (our) jurisdiction to verify all information they provide in accordance with North Dakota Sex Offender Registration requirements.

VCPD works diligently throughout the calendar year to have these compliance checks to ensure public safety information is current, and no violations are present.

VCPD would like to thank, publicly, the efforts of these officers to help us in (our) sex offender compliance program efforts.  Departments involved in this operation include:  VCPD, Barnes County Sheriff’s Office, North Dakota Parole and Probation, Stutsman County Narcotics Task Force, and the United States Marshall’s Services, including the High Plains Fugitive Task Force.

A current list of sex offenders in the Valley City Police Department’s jurisdiction can be found at www.sexoffender.nd.com   This web site has tools to help the public identify offenders in their area.

VCPD reminds the public that this website is intended for use as a public notification system and not to be used to harass offenders.  Any attempt to harass offenders will be prosecuted.

Any questions or concerns with this operation, or to report violation, please call Valley City Police at 701-845-3110.”

 

Valley City  (CSi-VCSU)  TransCanada Corporation has made a contribution to the V-500 Scholarship Program at Valley City State University.

VCSU Executive Director of University Advancement, Larry Robinson says, “We are very appreciate of the support we have received from TransCanada. They are not only providing us with the energy we use each and every day, they are also providing important scholarship support for our students, the leaders of tomorrow.”

 

 

(CSi) Farm Rescue is looking for volunteers as it continues to provide assistance to farmers and ranchers in need, with “Operation Hay Lift.”

The organization has announced that North Dakota Governor Doug Burugum’s drought disaster declaration has sparked a movement called “Operation Hay Lift”.

Farm Rescue is sending trucks out to haul hay free of charge for ranchers in crisisNearly 130 ranchers have already contacted us for help.”

Farm Rescue is still looking for volunteers to help haul hay for those in need. Over the last week, Angels in Blue Keith Barkema, Jerry Christians, Jerry TerWee and Glen Haekenkamp hauled loads to New Salem, Richardton, Washburn and Zap areas in ND.

Farm Rescue Founder, and President, Bill Gross says, “We wholeheartedly thank you for making Operation Hay Lift possible with your annual gifts that have a positive impact throughout the communities which Farm Rescue serves.”

Weekly highlights are being put together by Farm Rescue to share stories and give credit to those assisting in Operation Hay Lift. Visit farmrescue.org or call 701-252-2017 for more information.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Anne Carlsen Center has finalized an agreement to purchase Dakota Orofacial Myology, in Fargo.

Orofacial myology studies the muscles of the mouth and face that affect speech, swallowing and or chewing,

Anne Carlsen Center, will be able to incorporate this specialty, orofacial myology, and better serve children and adults of all abilities.

Anne Carlsen Center CEO, Tim Essinger says Dakota Orofacial Myology’s skill set will be a valuable resource to the center.

Dakota Orofacial Myology will remain at its current location, at 3509 Interstate Boulevard, in Fargo, and retain its name, staff and services.

 

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) — Authorities have arrested a man who led them on a pursuit with a baby in his vehicle.

Sheriff’s deputies chased the man from Walsh County to Grand Forks Tuesday night. Officials did not say why they were pursing the vehicle.  The 21-year-old man ditched the vehicle in Grand Forks and was caught after a short foot chase.

Officers say a 4-month-old child was found in the vehicle. Child endangerment is among the charges recommended by police.

 

 

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota health officials are gauging interest among laboratories in the state in testing medical marijuana.

The state Health Department is seeking non-binding letters of intent from laboratories by the close of business on Aug. 25.

The agency is establishing a system for making medical marijuana legally available to patients. North Dakota voters last November approved the drug and state government earlier this year approved regulations.

The Health Department earlier this summer sought letters of intent from groups and businesses interested in producing or dispensing medical marijuana, and received nearly 100 responses.

Health officials hope medical marijuana can be available to patients by late spring or early summer next year. The North Dakota Compassionate Care Act allows the use of the drug for 17 medical conditions, along with terminal illnesses.

 

WAHPETON, N.D. (AP) — Wahpeton Mayor Meryl Hansey has stepped away from his public duties as he battles cancer.

The Daily News reports that Hansey has been absent due to illness since June. Members of the City Council said he’s being treated for cancer.

City Financial Director Darcie Huwe says Council President Steve Dale is handling the mayoral duties until Hansey’s return, which is expected sometime in the fall.

 

In sports…

Jamestown  (CSi-UJ)  Cole Bell is the new head coach of the University of Jamestown men’s ACHA Division 1 hockey team.

A former ACHA Division 1 all-star and assistant coach with the Jersey Shore Wildcats, the Davenport, Iowa native will lead the Jimmies into their second season this fall.

Bell helped lead the Wildcats to back-to-back North American 3 Eastern Hockey League regular season and cup playoff championships with a combined record of 89-11.

University of Jamestown Athletics Director Sean Johnson, says, “Cole is a perfect fit for the University of Jamestown. He has been successful as a student-athlete and a coach.  He has walked in the same footsteps as our student-athletes and he values what is important to our department and our institution.”

Bell was team captain as a junior and senior at Lebanon Valley College, scoring 16 goals and assisting on 61 others for the Dutchmen.

Bells says,  “It’s a great honor to be named the head coach at the University of Jamestown and I am looking forward to working with our student-athletes.  I know first-hand the demands of playing in the ACHA and I am looking forward to building on the success of last year’s team.

We want to win hockey games and do the right things on and off the ice.  We will focus on a consistent approach that will translate to success on the ice and lead to success after graduation.”

Bell played junior hockey for the Dubuque Thunderbirds and Quad City Junior Flames, where he was a team captain.

Bell succeeds, Dean Stork, who resigned after coaching the Jimmies to a 20-10-3 record in the program’s inaugural year at the ACHA Division I level, finishing seventh in the final ACHA Division I regular season poll.

Stork currently volunteers as assistant coach at NCAA Division I Miami (Ohio).

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi-UJ)  University of Jamestown Athletics announces, that Vince Drahman is the new men’s and women’s golf coach.

The Noblesville, Indiana native comes to UJ from William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri, where he was a graduate assistant for an Owl program that ranked in the top 10 in the country in both men’s and women’s golf.

University of Jamestown Athletics Director Sean Johnson says, “Vince is a great young coaching talent and we are fortunate to have him join our staff.  He was the consummate student-athlete as an undergraduate and has embraced a modern day approach to the game which will benefit our Jimmie golf student-athletes.”

Drahman helped the Owls to a fourth-place finish at the men’s NAIA championship tournament while the women finished eighth at the NAIA women’s championships.

 

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