Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Oct 16

CSi Weather….

.TONIGHT…Clear. Lows 35 to 40. Southwest winds up to 10 mph.

.TUESDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s. Southwest

winds 10 to 20 mph.

.WEDNESDAY…Sunny, windy. Highs 60 to 65.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 30s.

.THURSDAY…Sunny. Highs 70 to 75.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s.

.FRIDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows 45 to 50.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny. A slight chance of light rain. Highs

60 to 65.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. A slight chance of light rain.

Lows 35 to 40.

.SUNDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs 60 to 65.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows 40 to 45.

.MONDAY…Sunny. Highs 55 to 60.

 

Warm temperatures with highs 70F to 80F slated for Tuesday,

Thursday, and Friday. Highs between 55F and 65F are forecast for

Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. A dry cold frontal system will

sweep through Tuesday night.

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown City Fire Department was called to the Newman Signs property in Southwest Jamestown about 1:30-p.m., Monday, where leaves were being burned, outdoors.

City Fire Chief Jim Reuther says, the call came from a passerby who saw smoke coming from the yard.

No structures were damaged, with three city fire units and 26 fire fighters on the scene about 20 minutes.

Chief Reuther says, a city Ordinance prohibits outdoor burning in city limits with the exception of approved fire pits, which may burn only wood.  The city does not allow open burning even in fire pits of other materials such as garbage or other materials.

He adds that it cost the City of Jamestown $1,000 every time the city fire department is called out, and in the case of illegal burning, it costs taxpayers unnecessarily.

He points out that before outdoor burning, residents should be sure to check with the city fire department, if the action is lawful.

He says the city’s website, jamestownnd.org has the Ordinance outlined.

 

 

Update…

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown Rescue Squad was called just before midnight Sunday to a report of a vehicle in a body of water north of Medina.

Lt. Sheldon Mohr says there was no occupant in the vehicle when first responders arrived on the scene, as the incident was investigated by the Stutsman County Sheriff’s Office, and the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

Stutsman County Sheriff Chad Kaiser reported the driver lost control of the vehicle on a curve, and it rolled into the slough.

Occupants of a vehicle trailing, picked up the occupant who escaped the vehicle, and was not injured, as the accident went unreported.

Nine city fire department personnel and two units responded to the scene, using the under water ROV search craft.

Also responding was the Medina Ambulance Service.

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)The Northern Plains Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals hosts National Philanthropy Day each November to usher in the season of giving.  North Dakotans and Northwest Minnesotans who engage in philanthropy and volunteerism are honored on the day.  The 2017 regional event is November 16, 2017, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Hilton Garden Inn, Fargo, ND.  Edward Thompson, CEO of Thompson & Associates, will give the keynote address entitled “Giving That Makes a Difference.”

The inspiring luncheon and awards ceremony is open to the public. Tickets and more information are available at: www.afpnorthernplains.org.

 

In the Jamestown community, Harold (posthumously) and Mary Newman and Family were nominated and will receive the Lifetime Achievement – Legacy of Giving Award. Through the generosity of the Newman Family, education has been made possible for numerous students attending North Dakota and Minnesota colleges and universities; hundreds of women and children have had a safe place to call home; social and entertainment opportunities have been made available for family and friends; and the promotion and tourism within our great state continues to make ND a fun place to visit. The number of charities, families, and individuals that have benefited from their generosity are too numerous to count. The lifetime accumulation of their generosity, however, nears $10 million dollars.

 

Also being honored at this year’s National Philanthropy Day luncheon are:

Philanthropists of the Year: George and Audrey Gaukler

Outstanding Volunteer (individuals): Dean Pedersen and Irene Schafer

Outstanding Volunteer Group: Dr. Debora Dragseth and her Business Ethics students

Corporate Leadership in Philanthropy: Microsoft, Fargo Campus
Respected Fundraising Professional: Ron Schatz

 

National Philanthropy Day is an annual celebration of the incredible impact giving, volunteering, and charitable engagement makes upon our communities and our world. Association of Fundraising Professional chapters across the globe celebrate National Philanthropy Day by hosting events to recognize activities of donors, volunteers, foundations, leaders, corporations, and those who are engaged in philanthropy. The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northern Plains Chapter encompasses all of North Dakota and western Minnesota.

National Philanthropy Day 2017 is sponsored by the University of North Dakota Foundation;
North Dakota Community Foundation; Dakota Medical Foundation; North Dakota State University Foundation; Valley City State University Foundation; North Dakota State College of Science Foundation; Mosaic Consulting, Inc.; Eide Bailly; the University of Jamestown;
Dickinson State University; and West Central Initiative.

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The James River Valley Library Adult Programs will present Local History Stories on Tuesday October 17, 2017 at 6-p.m., at the Alfred Dickey Public Library in Downtown Jamestown.

The presentation will be taught by local authors Bruce Berg and Keith Norman.

Pre-register by calling for the presentation by calling Bill Kennedy at the Alfred Dickey Public Library at 701-252-2217, on line: www.friendsofjrvl.org/programregistration.

The Local History Presentations will be catered by Jonny B’s Brickhouse, from Downtown Jamestown.

On Monday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, Bruce said his topic will be about Betty Gates the wife of former Jamestown High School Coach, Ernie Gates.  He said that Betty was involved with the U.S. government during World War II with contacts with high ranking U.S. Government officials during the war.

He will have more details during his presentation.

He noted that his information collected from Betty Gates, is the planned subject of an upcoming publication he is planning.

Keith said his presentation concerns a spooky Halloween tale that took place in Jamestown years ago, concerning a mummified body.

During our show he also pointed out that Southwest Jamestown around 1910 to 1920 was the site of a ski jump and bobsled course.

Also on our show the Library’s Development Director, Bill Kennedy said the library is still looking for more “library stories,” from the public to be included in the upcoming 2019, 100 year anniversary of the library in Jamestown.  The stories should be between 300 and 500 words telling what libraries mean to that individual and their families.

Send stories to billkennedy0@gmail.com or submit online at

http://www.friendsofjrvl.org  & scroll down to  JRVLS IS OUTSIDE THE LINE.

 

 

Jamestown (CSi)   The University of Jamestown was once again named a “Best in the Midwest” college by the Princeton Review. 2018 marks 15 consecutive years that the University has received this ranking.

University of Jamestown, President Dr. Robert Badal  commented on the award: “We welcome this longstanding recognition from the Princeton Review. The quality of our programs and educational innovations are creating a stronger quality brand and reputational strength for the University of Jamestown.”

The Princeton Review survey asks students to rate their colleges on several issues – from the accessibility of their professors to the quality of their science lab facilities – and answer questions about themselves, their fellow students, and their campus life.

According to the Princeton Review website, “We salute 658 colleges in five zones—Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West, and International (outside of the United States)—that we consider academically outstanding and well worth consideration in your college search.”

Established in 1883, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and Science in Nursing degrees, as well as Master’s Degrees in Education, Leadership, Clinical Counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. With the Jamestown Journey to Success, emphasis is placed not only on preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also on preparing them through a student-centered experience. For more information, please visit uj.edu.

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  Offutt Brass, the brass ensemble of the United States Air Force Heartland of America Band, is performing at the University of Jamestown on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. The quartet, which is stationed at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska, will perform a masterclass at 5 p.m. and a concert at 7 p.m. on campus in the Voorhees Chapel. This event is free and open to the public.

Comprised of two trumpets, French horn, trombone, tuba, and percussion, Offutt Brass showcases the Air Force’s excellence and precision in every performance with a diverse repertoire featuring classical selections, patriotic favorites, jazz and popular music, new compositions, and distinctive arrangements.

For more information on the event, please contact Laura Lynch, Assistant Professor and Director of Instrumental Music, at laura.lynch@uj.edu or 701-252-3467 ext.5438.

 

Bismarck  (CSi)- The NDDOT informs motorists that the I-94 westbound Medina Rest Area, seven miles west of Medina is now open.

The rest area was closed to reconstruct the septic system and make ADA improvements.

For more information about construction projects and road conditions throughout North Dakota, call 511 from any type of phone or visit the Travel Information Map on the NDDOT website at http://www.dot.nd.gov/travel-info-v2/

 

 

 

WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) — One of two main BNSF Railway tracks in northwestern North Dakota has reopened after a derailment.

Two trains were operating on adjacent tracks when they derailed Friday afternoon. Forty-three cars went off the tracks. No one was hurt, and no hazardous materials were spilled.

Railroad spokeswoman Amy McBeth tells the Minot Daily News that one of the main tracks reopened Sunday, and the second should reopen in a few days.

Amtrak passenger trains also use the tracks. Amtrak for a time used buses to move passengers between Williston and Minot, but spokeswoman Vernae Graham says operations are now back to normal.

 

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Preliminary numbers from the state show that fewer emergency teacher certifications have been issued in areas of teacher shortages this year in North Dakota compared to last year.

The North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board released data showing that there were 25 alternate licenses distributed for the 2017-2018 school year. Those licenses were issued through an emergency measure that allows people without a teacher license to teach for a year.

The Bismarck Tribune reports that, that compares to the 83 such licenses issued during the 2016-2017 school year.

The newspaper reports it’s unclear why the numbers dropped, but it could stem from North Dakota’s new law that increased teacher flexibility and federal legislation that loosens regulations on teacher licensing.

 

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