Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Jan 2

CSi Weather…

.TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 60 percent chance of snow in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City area. Lows 15 to 20. West winds 5 to 10 mph.

.FRIDAY…Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of snow in the morning, in the Jamestown area, 30 percent in the Valley City area, then sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 20s.

Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows 5 to 10 above. West winds 5 to

10 mph.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 30s. South winds

5 to 15 mph.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Decreasing clouds. Windy. Lows in the lower

20s.

.SUNDAY…Sunny, windy. Highs in the lower 30s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows around 15.

.MONDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 20s.

.MONDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows 5 to 10 above.

.TUESDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs 15 to 20.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows near zero.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs 15 to 20.

 

Light snow Thursday night with an inch or two of snow possible, and continue into Friday.

On Friday, cold Arctic high pressure will move in after the

clipper, dropping high temperatures back into the 20s with breezy

winds that could lead to patchy areas of blowing snow.

Another round of light snow is possible for Saturday night and Sunday with an inch or less expected.

Also strong winds will be possible Saturday night into Sunday with gusts up to 45 mph. These winds could create potential impacts with blowing and drifting snow.

 

Reminders..

Valley City  (CSi)   Valley City  Public Works reports that snow removal and garbage pickup  citywide, will continue Friday, Jan 3.

Public Works Director Jeff Differding announces that city crews are widening city streets starting over the two day period, Thursday and Friday, along with  sanding icy street surfaces.

He cautions, that because of high snow piles at several intersections, motorists are urged  to approach intersections slowly.

Snow removal from intersections will start next week.

Differding adds that three garbage trucks will be out Thursday and Friday to collect  remaining residential and commercial garbage.

Jamestown  (CSi)  Residential Garbage & Recycling Schedule…

Due to the large amount of snow, in Jamestown, the city and Recycle North Dakota did not collect garbage or recycling on Monday, December 30.

Thank you for your patience and understanding with this revised collection schedule.

Regular Collection Day Collection This Week:

• Weds Collected Thurs Jan 2 & Friday Jan 3
• Thurs route Collected Friday Jan 3

Regular collection schedule resumes Monday, January 6, 2020.

If your carts are collected curb side, please leave your carts in the driveway to ensure snow removal equipment can clear the street. If your carts are collected in the alley, please allow extra time for collection.

The revised schedule is posted at CSiNewsNow.com

Jamestown  (JRMC) — Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) recently announced that Jayde Van Fleet and Tabitha Kleingartner are the most recent Legend Award recipients.

Photo: Courtesy JRMC,  (L to R): JRMC Chief Financial Officer Bev Fiferlick, Chief Nursing Officer Trisha Jungels, Tabitha Kleingartner, Jayde Van Fleet, Pharmacy Manager Brian Ament, President & Chief Executive Officer Mike Delfs.

The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The Legend Award recognizes employees who exceed expectations and make THE difference in the lives of those they serve.

The JRMC Emergency Department and Pharmacy Manager, Brian Ament, nominated Van Fleet and Kleingartner because of their extraordinary work to help prevent their patients from traveling miles for their treatment and going the extra mile to provide the best care for them.

JRMC Pharmacy Manager, Brian Ament wrote, “JRMC received notification that two different patients were to receive a chemotherapy drug on Friday, Oct. 11 at the JRMC Cancer Center. Due to the weather, it was unlikely that JRMC would receive the drugs in time. Van Fleet and Kleingartner worked with the vendor, FedEx, Fargo Sanford’s pharmacy and the Jamestown Area Ambulance to safely deliver the chemotherapy drugs, so that the patients could have treatment.”

Originally from Devils Lake, Van Fleet joined the JRMC team in 2018. Kleingartner, a Jamestown native, joined JRMC in 2016.

JRMC’s 350 employees cast anonymous votes to select each Legend Award winner.

The purpose of the Legend Award is to inspire, motivate and capture the moments that define JRMC. The goal is to help employees and volunteers connect to the sense of purpose that brought them to the organization. This award is for employees who’ve made extreme efforts to benefit their patients and colleagues.

JRMC President & CEO, Mike Delfs, addsm “The nominations inspire staff members to continually be the best, exceed expectations and make THE difference in the lives of those we serve.”

Once nominated, both JRMC administration and employees vote on their favorite nominees and their stories.

JRMC Chief Operating Officer Ricki Ramlo says, “Weather-related events bring out the best in JRMC employees. Jayde and Tabitha are an example of the amazing accomplishments and delivery of care from the staff at JRMC during inclement weather. Their quick thinking and actions are celebrated and are part of the JRMC work culture.  Medical emergencies and cancer treatments do not rest during blizzard conditions; creativity and diligence are paramount as staff provides care in undesirable conditions. Jayde and Tabitha were THE difference to our patients.”

The Legend Award first began in 2012. Since then, more than 40 individuals have been named Legends and more than 112 employees were nominated.

To read their full story, visit www.jrmcnd.com.

About Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is located at 2422 20^th St. SW, Jamestown, N.D. and serves approximately 55,000 people in nine counties. In 2019, it was named a “Top 100 Critical Access Hospital” as well as a “Best Places to Work in Healthcare.” For more information, visit www.jrmcnd.com or call 701-952-1050.

Valley City  (CSi) Due to unsafe ice conditions, the 37th annual Lake Ashtabula Ice Fishing Derby planned on January  has been canceled.

Co-event coordinator Jay Holm says after checking ice conditions on Sunday it was determined it would be too risky to be out on the ice, at this time.

The annual event is sponsored by the Barnes County Wildlife Federation.

(AP)  North Dakota’s two Roman Catholic dioceses have released a list of 53 clergy members who have had substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of a minor. Bishop John Folda of the Fargo Diocese says in a statement that the list is the result of a “thorough review” of files dating back to 1950. Advocacy groups for victims say the release is a step in the right direction but is missing details like work history and photographs. A spokesman for BishopAccountability.org says the dioceses are the 148th and 149th in the country to release names of offending clergy

Bismarck  (CSi)     – Preliminary reports indicate that North Dakota had 98 motor vehicle fatalities in 2019 – a total that, if it goes unchanged, would be the first time in 17 years the state has recorded fewer than 100 traffic fatalities. Gov. Doug Burgum thanked the agencies involved in the Vision Zero traffic safety initiative for making a difference and expanding their efforts during the past year.

Since the comprehensive Vision Zero initiative was launched in 2018 by the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), Highway Patrol and Department of Health, traffic fatalities in the state have decreased from 116 in 2017 to 105 in 2018 to a preliminary total of 98 in 2019, which would be the lowest total since 97 traffic fatalities were recorded in 2002. It will take up to 30 days to finalize the 2019 total as crash reports and investigations are completed.

“The only acceptable number of deaths on North Dakota roads is zero, and every year that we move closer to that goal represents important progress, because these aren’t just numbers – they’re people’s lives, and every life matters,” Burgum said. “We’re grateful to our Vision Zero partners for their dedication to keeping everyone safe and secure, and to the traveling public who have heeded the initiative’s emphasis on personal responsibility, including driving sober and distraction-free, buckling up and slowing down.”

This past year, Vision Zero was expanded with additional safety measures including more highway safety engineering systems, law enforcement equipment and programs; the establishment of highway safety corridors; crash data improvements and dashboards; and Vision Zero Schools, a new peer-to-peer program in high schools.

“We must keep in mind that lives lost on North Dakota roads are family, friends and community members,” NDDOT Director Bill Panos said. “Of the 98 fatalities, approximately 47% were not wearing their seat belt. Seat belts are the single most effective safety device to prevent death and injury in a motor vehicle crash. We are working to establish a culture of personal responsibility where motor vehicle fatalities are recognized as preventable and not tolerated, because when it comes to those we love, zero is the only acceptable number of lives to lose.”

Of the 98 motor vehicle fatalities in 2019, 42% were alcohol-related and 25% were speed-related. Victims ranged in age from 3 years old to 93 years old, and 83% were North Dakota residents. By mode of transportation, 74 of the fatalities were in a passenger vehicle, 11 were motorcyclists, five were pedestrians, four were on all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and two were bicyclists. One fatality involved a train and 14 involved commercial motor vehicles.

“Vision Zero’s ongoing success requires strong partnerships and buy-in from the public,” said Col. Brandon Solberg, superintendent of the Highway Patrol. “If every driver and passenger chooses to buckle up, and every driver obeys speed limits and traffic laws and drives sober, the vast majority of traffic fatalities would be eliminated. Preventable human behavior contributes to 94% of motor vehicle crashes. Personal responsibility is the foundation of Vision Zero.”
Vision Zero continues to educate through various mediums about the importance of passenger safety and dangers of speeding, distracted driving and impaired driving, including a new “Not Funny” campaign that stresses the importance of always driving sober or finding a sober ride.

“Parents play a vital role in keeping their children safe on the road, no matter the age,” State Health Officer Mylynn Tufte said. “Parents should talk often with their young drivers about alcohol, lack of seat belt use, distracted driving, speeding, and driving with passengers. Young children should always be buckled in a car seat that is installed correctly and appropriate for their age and size.”

For more information, visit https://visionzero.nd.gov/.

(AP) A Bismarck-bound United flight from Denver slid off an icy taxiway at the city’s airport on New Year’s Day but none of the two dozen passengers suffered injuries. The mid-morning flight landed safely before sliding off the edge of the pavement onto snow when it was turning from the runway to taxi. The United flight passengers had to wait up to an hour for vehicles to bring them to the terminal. The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate.

(AP) Agents from the Transportation Security Administration stopped a North Dakota woman who was about to board a flight with a loaded handgun and more than 100 rounds of ammunition in her carry-on bag. The 58-year-old woman from Hurdsfield was trying to board a Delta Air Lines flight when she was stopped at Bismarck airport Thursday. The woman told authorities she did not see the case carrying the gun and ammo as she packed her bag. The woman was not arrested and was allowed to board the plane. The gun and ammo were turned over to an acquaintance of the woman.

Bismarck  (CSi)   – North Dakota Dollars for Scholars is accepting scholarship applications from North Dakota high school seniors and current college students. A total of $85,000 in scholarships will be awarded, ranging from $500 to $2,500 each for the 2020-21 academic year. Every student who graduated from or will graduate from a North Dakota high school can apply, even if they aren’t from a high school with a local chapter. Schools with local chapters offer scholarships for their specific schools. Students from a wide range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Scholarship offerings cover a variety of categories including vocational/technical schools, military family, community service and continuing college students.

The application deadline for all North Dakota Dollars for Scholars scholarships is April 1, 2020. Scholarship details and the online application are available at northdakota.dollarsforscholars.org. To apply, students must create or update a profile in the online student center. This profile allows students to be matched to scholarships based on their personal information. Students will also be able to use this profile to find future opportunities from their local chapter (if the high school they graduated from has a local chapter), North Dakota Dollars for Scholars and the national organization.

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota’s Roman Catholic dioceses have released a list of 53 clergy members who have had substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of a minor. Bishop John Folda of the Fargo Diocese says in a statement that the list is the result of a “thorough review” of files dating back to 1950. Bishop David Kagan of Bismarck says there have been no substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of a minor that have occurred after 1989. The list includes 31 people in the Fargo Diocese and 22 in the Bismarck Diocese. Some of them were not ordained in North Dakota but served in the state at some point.

In world and national news…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is seeing a risk of more strikes against American interests in the Middle East by Iran or its proxy forces in the region. Defense Secretary Mark Esper says U.S. forces are prepared to take preemptive action if they get sufficient warning of more trouble coming. He spoke to reporters two days after he sent hundreds of paratroopers to Kuwait as a backup force in response to an attack on the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad by an Iran-supported militia. Esper said at the Pentagon that the U.S. has “indications” that more Iranian provocations may be in the offing.

 

 

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s Supreme Court has declined to weigh in on whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can return to his post now that he has been indicted. That postpones any ruling on his political future until after March elections. A three-judge panel said Thursday that the question of whether an indicted member of parliament can be tapped to form a government is important. But it says it would be premature to decide it before the vote. Netanyahu was indicted in November on charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust. Israeli Cabinet members are required to resign if indicted, but the rule does not apply to the prime minister.

 

 

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Conservatives are asking a judge to find the Wisconsin Elections Commission in contempt for not immediately purging more than 200,000 voters from the rolls. A judge last month ordered the purge of voters who may have moved and didn’t respond within 30 days to notification sent by the elections commission in October. The commission is appealing the ruling and asking that the order be put on hold. But the conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty says the commission must purge the voters now or face $12,000 a day in fines.

 

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health officials will ban most flavored e-cigarettes popular with underage teenagers. But the plan from the Trump administration includes major exceptions that benefit companies that make and sell e-cigarettes and adults who use the nicotine-emitting devices. The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday the policy won’t affect menthol or tobacco flavors. The policy also won’t affect large, tank-based vaping products sold in vape shops that cater to adults. Those changes are a major step back from President Donald Trump’s original plan announced in September, which would have banned nearly all flavors in all vaping products.

 

NEW YORK (AP) — More companies can make a nasal version of the opioid overdose antidote naloxone under a deal struck between New York’s attorney general and the one company that sells it now. The deal with Emergent BioSolutions opens the market, but it doesn’t guarantee that more companies will offer the product. The cost of Narcan has been a complication in the nation’s opioid crisis. A New York investigation found that Emergent had a deal with a nasal spray device maker that restricted its products from being used with naloxone made by other companies.

 

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago police say two toddlers are dead after a woman believed to be their mother stabbed a 70-year-old man, left one of the children in a bathtub and then threw the other out an 11th-floor window before jumping herself. Police say the woman was found on the ground early Thursday with her 1-year-old son. The 70-year-old man, who is believed to be the woman’s grandfather, was found bleeding in the apartment in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood. Police say the other child, a 2-year-old boy, was in the bathtub at the apartment. Police say both children were pronounced dead at a hospital, while the man and woman were hospitalized in critical condition.

 

DALLAS (AP) — A Texas judge has sided with a Fort Worth hospital that plans to remove an 11-month-old girl from life support against her mother’s wishes. The mother of Tinslee Lewis had asked Judge Sandee Bryan Marion to issue an injunction in Tarrant County district court to ensure the Cook Children’s Medical Center doesn’t take the baby off life support. But Lewis ruled Thursday in favor of the hospital. Doctors say Tinslee’s condition will never improve and that even changing Tinslee’s diaper causes her pain. Her mother said the decision to remove Tinslee from life support should be hers to make. She will appeal the decision.