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CSi Weather…

TONIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s. Northwest winds around 5 mph with gusts to around 25 mph shifting to the south up to 5 mph after midnight.

.THURSDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. South winds 10 to

15 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear with a 20 percent chance of

showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 60s. West winds 5 to

10 mph.

.FRIDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Northwest winds

around 5 mph.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s.

.SATURDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers

and thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.

.SUNDAY…Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms in the morning. Highs in the upper 80s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers

and thunderstorms. Lows in the upper 60s.

.MONDAY…Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs around 90.

.MONDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. A 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s.

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

thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s.

 

On Thursday there will be some potential for thunderstorms late in the afternoon and early evening.(20-percent).

Additional chances for thunderstorms will occur Sunday or Monday.

Through Wednesday next week, highs will be in the mid to upper 80s, to around 90 and lows in the 50s and 60s.



Additional chances for thunderstorms will occur Sunday or Monday.


 


Rainfall runoff from the past two days rainfall is causing some rises on area rivers.

Red River at Fargo is above flood stage, and other tributaries in

the southern Red River valley may be near flood stage.


(Latest Flood Warnings issued, National Weather Service)


 


Valley City  (CSi)  The Valley City Commission met in Special Session Wednesday evening at City Hall.  All members were present.


NEW BUSINESS 


The City Commission approved Gaming Site Authorization Renewal for Edgar A. Fisher American Legion Post No. 60.


 


Commissioners considered the Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for VFW Post 2764.


At the July 2 the City Commission meeting, commissioners reviewed the request of the VFW Alcoholic Beverage License that was incomplete, and the request was denied. The liquor license renewal is pending the completed application.  City Auditor Avis Richter said, renewal  paperwork was due Jun 3, and the payment due, date was June 28. Late applications are a violation of the City Ordinance.


At the July 2 City Commission meeting, licenses for Woodland Steakhouse and Sabir’s Dining in Valley City, whose applications were submitted late, were approved, with a stipulation that includes a public hearing, to determine any further action, including possible suspension.


At Wednesday’s Administrative meeting, Auditor Richter said, the paperwork has been filed with the city including 10 of 12 months of sales which showed food sales exceeded alcohol sales, within parameters outlined in the North Dakota Century Code in establishments that serve food and alcohol. It was also pointed out that sales taxes were not filed in a timely manner.  A spokesperson said without alcohol sales in conjunction with special events, the club is likely to continue to struggle.


Commission Member Magnuson moved to grant the request, which was approved unanimously.


It was stated that the violation has occurred, and an official letter will be sent to the VFW for a representative of the VFW appear to state their case at another hearing.


After hearing the statement, an option for the city to reprimand the club for the violation could be to suspend liquor sales for a period of days.


The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 68.


 


Jamestown  (CSi)  Ave Maria Village in Jamestown has set more fundraisers, to benefit the Kitchen Renovation Project.


On Wednesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, Ave Maria Village, Development Director, Annie Hancock said, on Wednesday July 17, and Thursday July 18, Root Beer, and Orange floats will be served, outside Ave Maria Village.  It’s hosted by Ave Maria Volunteers, with proceeds going to the Kitchen Renovation Project.


The Volunteer Pie Social is set for July 24, 12 noon to 1-p.m., with homemade pie, and coffee, tea or lemonade for a donation of $5, and the opportunity to bid on silent auction items, including  handmade baby blankets, quilted items, and gift baskets.  Proceeds will also to the Kitchen Remodel Project.


The 5th Annual Ave Maria Village Family & Friends Fun Walk is set for Saturday, August 10th.


Ave Maria Village is dedicated to the health and well-being of their residents and those in the community. Join the walk to promote a healthy lifestyle at any age. Everyone is welcome to walk… Just for the health of it!


The one mile loop will be marked on the north side of Ave Maria Village. You can walk the loop as many times as you’d like beginning at 9 AM, check in by 8:45-a.m.


Cost to register is $10 for heritage center tenants, $20 for adults, and $15 for adults 65+. Children and Ave Maria Village tenants walk for free. Registration will run through August 2nd and cost increases to $25 a person after that.


All funds raised through the walk and a raffle, will assist the ongoing Kitchen Renovation Project.


The drawing for the Summer Raffle, and door prizes will be at the Walk on August 10, at 10-a.m.  Must be present to win the door prizes.


Raffle Tickets are one for $5 or five for $20 and can be purchased at the front desk or call Annie at 701-952-5677.


Raffle Quilts donated by Ardina Bentz and Jill Bredahl.  The quilted wall hanging donated by Claudia Jacobson. The Spa Day Package donated by Licensed Beautician,  Deb Stafslein.


 




WEST FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The North Dakota Highway Patrol says the driver of a U-Haul truck was killed when he was struck by an SUV at an intersection near West Fargo.The patrol says the victim’s truck was struck on the driver’s side by a Jeep Cherokee shortly before 8 a.m. Wednesday. Both vehicles entered the ditch after impact. The 34-year-old man in the truck died at the scene. A 29-year-old woman driving the Jeep was taken to Sanford Hospital. 




Bismarck  (NDHP)  The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports, that at  on Tuesday at approximately 4:52 p.m.,  troopers responded to a call in regard to an oversized load stuck in the construction zone blocking traffic.


Troopers arrived on scene to find a semi-truck hauling oversized farm equipment stuck in the one lane construction zone on the bridge at Exit 155 westbound into Mandan. Driver was Robert Berger of Richardton, ND.


Traffic was unable to get by the stuck load and became backed up for miles during the Bismarck-Mandan rush hour. Traffic was diverted back onto I-94 westbound. The oversized load was backed up thru the construction zone and was able to cross on the closed side of the bridge.


Exit 155 was closed for approximately 30 minutes. Berger was cited for operating without an oversize permit.


 


BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota is moving to allow people with low-level marijuana convictions to apply for pardons and have their records wiped clean if they avoid unlawful behavior for five years.


Republican Gov. Doug Burgum and Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem both supported the plan adopted Wednesday by the state pardon advisory board.


North Dakota joins other states and cities nationwide that are trying to fix problems the convictions have caused for people trying to find jobs and housing.


North Dakota’s plan doesn’t go as far as some others in automatically dismissing or pardoning convictions. Instead, people applying for pardons would have to fill out an online form. The deadline for the first round of applications is Aug. 10.


Stenehjem says as many as 175,000 marijuana convictions over several decades could be eligible.


 




STANLEY, N.D. (AP) — Fire at a salt water disposal facility has caused a brine and oil spill in northwestern North Dakota.The North Dakota Oil and Gas Division says the fire happened Monday at the Stanley SWD No. 3 salt water disposal facility about 12 miles (19 kilometers) north of Stanley.Basic Energy Services reported Tuesday that 147,000 gallons of brine and 8,400 gallons of oil were released. The fire was caused by welding sparks at the location.Cleanup is underway. An inspector has been to the site and will monitor cleanup.Brine is a byproduct of oil production. 




BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Republican senators along the northern U.S. border are asking officials to address grain in the trade deal with Canada and Mexico.


The Billings Gazette reported Wednesday that U.S. lawmakers from Minnesota, Montana and North Dakota sent a letter to the chief agricultural negotiator for the U.S. trade representative, calling for an agreement that creates a more level playing field for wheat producers.


Canada controls the value of its wheat by limiting the number of varieties it accepts.


Montana farmers do not grow varieties on Canada’s list, so wheat from the state has not moved freely across the border.


Montana Grain Growers Association Executive Director Lola Raska says the wheat price has been higher at times in Canada, giving U.S. farmers incentive to move their grain north.


 


WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) — The North Dakota Department of Health says the state’s third medical marijuana dispensary is expected to open in Williston later this week.


Harvest of Williston is expected to start doing business on Friday. Health officials anticipate the next dispensary to open will be in Bismarck. A qualifying patient or designated caregiver must have a registry identification card to enter the display area of a dispensary. The state says more than 750 registry identification cards have been issued.


 


In world and national news…




NEW YORK (AP) _ Labor Secretary Alex Acosta says that when he was a federal prosecutor in Florida, his office acted appropriately when it came to the secret plea deal offered to hedge fund manager Jeffrey Epstein a decade ago in a molestation case. Acosta was asked Wednesday at a news conference if he owed an apology to women who said Epstein molested them when they were underage. Acosta says, “In our heart we were trying to do the right thing for these victims.”NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who accuses Jeffrey Epstein of raping her when she was 15 has filed court papers in preparation for suing him. Lawyers for 32-year-old Jennifer Araoz (uh-ROHS’) filed the papers Wednesday in New York, seeking information from Epstein. Messages were left with Epstein’s attorneys seeking comment. Epstein pleaded not guilty Monday to federal sex trafficking charges that don’t include Araoz’s allegations, which weren’t reported to authorities.CHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S. Virgin Islands (AP) — Ask about Jeffrey Epstein on St. Thomas and rooms go quiet. The 66-year-old billionaire owns Little St. James Island in the U.S. Virgin Islands and has transformed it into his primary U.S. home, with private security guards patrolling the water’s edge. When Epstein pleaded guilty in a 2008 to soliciting and procuring a minor for prostitution, his need for privacy began to appear more sinister to many.NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. Soccer Federation President Carlos Cordeiro says female athletes “deserve fair and equitable pay.” Fans of the World Cup champion U.S. women’s national soccer team chanted “Equal Pay!” as Cordeiro spoke at a celebration of the team at New York’s City Hall. Cordeiro said: “We hear you, we believe in you, and we’re committed to doing right by you.”LONDON (AP) — Britain’s ambassador to the U.S. has resigned after being branded a fool and made a diplomatic nobody by President Donald Trump following the leak of the envoy’s dim views of the U.S. administration. Kim Darroch said he could no longer do his job after Trump cut off all contact with the representative of one of America’s closest allies. The resignation comes after Boris Johnson, considered the front-runner to become Britain’s next prime minister, failed to support Darroch after Trump’s tirade.