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CSi Weather…

TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of snow showers. Lows in the mid 20s. West winds 5 to 10 mph.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 30s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph shifting to the south around 15 mph in the afternoon.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy in the evening then clearing.

Windy. Lows in the upper 20s. West winds 15 to 20 mph increasing

to 20 to 30 mph after midnight.

.THURSDAY…Mostly sunny. Windy. Highs in the mid 30s. Northwest

winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts to around 45 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows 15 to 20.

.FRIDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.

.SATURDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs around 40.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 20s.

.SUNDAY…Cloudy. A 30 percent chance of snow in the afternoon.

Highs in the lower 30s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow. Lows

around 10.

.MONDAY…Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of snow. Highs in

the lower 20s.

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met Tuesday evening at City Hall. All members were present.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:

Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.

Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,247,966.06

Blocking off the Street Request for Sheyenne Valley Soapbox Derby Association on June 6, 2020 on Central

Approved Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses: a. Bakkegard & Schell, Inc.

Dakota Electric Construction Inc., Co.
Enterprise Electric, Inc.
Grotberg Electric, Inc.
Grotberg Electric, Inc. dba Triton Mechanical
Hi-Line Electric, Inc.
John’s Refrigeration & Electric, Inc.
Kohn Electric, LLC
Moorhead Electric, LLC
Peterson Mechanical, Inc.
RJ’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Scott’s Electric, Inc.
Wrigley Mechanical, Inc.
Sheyene Mechanical

Approved a House Movers License for Carrington House Movers, Inc.

PUBLIC COMMENTS No One Spoke

City Commissioners approved Declaring a Flood Emergency, to have paper work in order in the event of a flood. City officials stressed that at this date there in NO imminent flooding concerns at this time in Valley City.

The City Commission approved an Amendment to Engineering Agreement for Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV. KLJ said it will prepare modeling for the Corps of Engineers, and quantities of resources, for reimbursement of spending, again, if need during any flood event. Included is utilizing survey crews.

NEW BUSINESS

Commissioners receive an Update Regarding 2020 Census. The information was shared, relative to the government statement on specifics. Also it was said, for every person not counted the state will lose $19,000 over 10 years. The senior center will have assistance with computers, for those needing help in filling out the forms. Census taker ID’s were explained for those going door to door to collect census information.

Recommendations were discussed from the Visitors Committee. Chairman Bobby Koepplin said those include: A recommendation is to include and/or amend a 12 month deadline to use funds with an option for a 6 month extensions for the Image Enhancement Grant, and an Image Enhancement Grant for Historic Buildings, and the Food & Beverage Grant, to go along with other grants. He outlined specifics, including explaining time lines and extensions. He noted how the extensions will affect each funding request, and requirements.

The City Commission voted to approve the recommendations with current projects that are obligated being grandfathered out of this recommendation. Outstanding projects including Wild Prairie Bakery, Brockopp Brewing, Ivy Real Estate, Chamber of Commerce – Rosebud

Approved was a Site Authorization for Valley City Hockey and Figure Skating Club at Youth Sports Complex.

Approved was the Purchase of Freightliner Truck with Leach Packer for Sanitation Department for net purchase price of $175,316.00

Approved the Purchase of Trailer from M&G Trailer Sales in the Amount of $13,822.50 for the Electrical Department.

The City Commission approved an Amendment to Engineering Agreement for Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV.

Commissioners approved a Cost-Share Request to ND State Water Commission for Additional Engineering Services for CLOMR Process. The dollars have been previously approved. The State Water Commission will make recommendations in April.

Approved was a request submit an application for an infrastructure loan to the Bank of North Dakota, regarding Valley Plains equipment expansion which, will also be annexation into Valley City.

CITY UPDATES &COMMISSION REPORTS:

Commissioner Powell noted a High School sponsored fundraiser for the Erlandson Family who lost their home and belongings in last Wednesday’s explosion and fire at their Valley City home. It will be held Thursday evening, at the High School.

Commissioner Bishop noted the great work of the fire and police departments during the time of the fire.

Mayor Carlsrud pointed out zero electrical outages in Valley City in February this year.

He added that the weather service has reported, that to date, the snowpack in Valley City and snow-water equivalent is at the normal levels for this time of year.

City Attorney Martineck repeated that there is no imminent flooding concerns at this time in Valley City, and that the Emergency Flood Declaration is a formality that needs to be in place, with paper work in order, to submit to agencies, in the event that assistance would be needed, in a flood fight, and subsequent reimbursement of costs incurred by the city.

The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 68, followed by replays.

CITY UPDATES &COMMISSION REPORTS:

Commissioner Bishop noted the great work of the fire and police departments during the time of the fire.

Mayor Carlsrud pointed out zero electrical outages in Valley City in February this year.

He added that the weather service has reported, that to date, the snowpack in Valley City and snow-water equivalent is at the normal levels for this time of year.

The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 68, followed by replays.

Jamestown (CSi) A number of organizations have applied in this round of Tourism’s City Capital Improvement Grants.

On Tuesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSI Cable 2, Jamestown Tourism Director, Searle Swedlund said one of those is on behalf of the National Buffalo Museum, requesting funds to purchase a kid’s interactive buffalo exhibit. He said children will have the opportunity to learn more about the American Bison, by being able to take the exhibit apart.

Other Grant Requests will be coming from officials with Jamestown Moto Cross, and Rodeo, along with plans for a Downtown Jamestown Wall mural.

He pointed out that a grant has been received from the North Dakota Historical Society, that will allow the hiring of an individual to catalog items at Frontier Village, for reference.

The Capital Improvement funds are distributed twice a year, in March and October.

Also discussed was the Jamestown City Council approving the lease agreements at Frontier Village, and the stagecoach and horse ride agreements.

Searle pointed out that Ft. Seward has received a grant toward the project that will install tent-type structures there, that he said with additional funding may enable to have the Fort installing them this summer.

Jamestown (UJ) Over the weekend of January 23, the Nursing Student Association of North Dakota (NSAND) met for their annual convention in Grand Forks, ND. Each of the schools of nursing in North Dakota are represented at this event.

University of Jamestown experienced outstanding results, with achievement of the following:

North Dakota State Student Nurse of the Year: Kelsey Marschke (junior)
North Dakota State Nursing Leadership Award: Megan Bidwell (senior)
Most Active NSA Chapter in the State: University of Jamestown

Faculty advisor of University of Jamestown Nursing Student Association (UJ NSA),Sheri Gunderson says, “Because of our emphasis at University of Jamestown on servant leadership on campus and in the community, our students not only strive to do well in their major, but excel in broader aspects. UJ students stand out in personal and group competitions. Kelsey and Megan achieved both of the individual awards given out at the state competition.”

Gunderson then expanded on the group’s achievement, saying, “Our chapter has demonstrated, year after year, our numerous activities including blood drives, hands-only CPR and AED training, community service, fundraisers, educational speakers, and outreach to university and high school students.”

Additionally, seven members of the University were elected to the NSAND state board. They are:

1st Vice President: Hayley Johnson (sophomore)
ND SNOY: Kelsey Marschke (junior)
Director of Community Health: Ruth Kpahn (freshman)
Local Arrangements: Amber Domres (sophomore) and Alexandra Glynn (sophomore)
Graduate Representative: Megan Bidwell (senior)
Faculty Advisor: Penny Briese (nurse faculty and UJ alum)

Gunderson says,“UJ NSA is one of nine chapters in the state, but UJ members were voted into seven of the 19 board positions, which is very impressive. All levels of students in the nursing program, from freshman to alumni, were ready to step up, give a speech about why they qualify, and commit to serving on the state level.”

University of Jamestown was the only University with a freshman nursing student at the convention. Gunderson commented on this unique situation: “UJ provides every freshman student with a foundations class that reveals their unique strengths and supports the use of these strengths in teams. The nursing program faculty encourage students to continue with co-curricular sports, arts, spiritual, service, and leadership activities throughout their time at UJ.”

This emphasis on co-curricular activities was made evident at the convention when UJ placed first in the Quarter Challenge Design Contest. In this contest, each chapter brought quarters collected locally for state award scholarships. They then had to quickly design a picture representing “The Year of the Nurse”.

“The University of Jamestown chapter won through teamwork and creativity by recognizing the achievements of the first professional nurse, Florence Nightingale,” explained Gunderson.

The primary purpose of NSA is to promote socialization into the nursing profession through education, leadership and service. The organization provides the opportunity for development of collegial and mentoring relationships among nursing students of all levels.

Sophomore Hayley Johnson, who was elected 1^st Vice President of the State Board, adds, “The experiences and opportunities that the University of Jamestown has given me is beyond what I thought I’d ever be blessed with,” explained “The friends, advisors and professors- I’m surrounded by the most positive and inspiring individuals.”

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, visit uj.edu.

Jamestown (CSi) SAFE Shelter in Jamestown announces the 3^rd Annual Rabbit Run, and Bunny Hop to benefit Mary’s Place, will be held on Saturday April 25, at Harold Newman arena on the University of Jamestown campus. Check in is from 8-a.m., to 8:45-a.m., and the Rabbit Run will start at 9-a.m., sharp, with prizes for the first three finishers in the men’s and women’s divisions.

The 3K Bunny Hop will start at approximately 9:05 AM and is a more casual walk/run through the UJ Campus. There will be treats along the way for the kids and Jamestown Inflatables will be there with a bouncy castle.

Costumes are encouraged! Make plans to bring the whole family for some fun and to help support Safe Shelter and Mary’s Place. And invite your friends!

The registration cost for both the Rabbit Run and the Bunny Hop is $25 for adults (12 and over) and $5 for children (under 12). Adult registration includes a T-shirt with this year’s logo. Children’s registration includes a medal with this year’s logo.

To register, text MPRUN2020 to 41444, or click here , or go to www.SafeShelterJamestown.org.

Bismarck (NDHP) The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports, a 71 year old Mandan man died in a crash on Monday just after 1-p.m., approximately 1.5 miles south of ND Highway 1804 in Burleigh County.

The report says, a maroon 2000 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by Irvin Glanville, was traveling north on Desert Road. The vehicle ran off the roadway, entered the east ditch and struck a tree causing severe damage to the front of the vehicle.

Glanville was not wearing a seatbelt and sustained severe injuries as a result of the crash. It is believed he had a medical episode while driving, which led to the crash. He died at the scene.

The crash is under investigation with the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

MINOT, N.D. (AP) — Investigators say the cause of a fire that destroyed a three-story apartment building in downtown Minot has been classified as undetermined. The Feb. 26 fire started early in the morning in a first-floor apartment and spread to other parts of the building. KFGO reports Minot Fire Marshal Dean Lenertz says due to the compromised condition of the structure, it’s been difficult for investigators to determine a direct cause. Lenertz says arson is not suspected. Twenty-six of the building’s 28 units were occupied and all tenants made it out safely. Six firefighters were treated for minor injuries.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota has received federal approval to run their own laboratory tests on potential coronavirus cases. Health officials and Gov. Doug Burgum made the announcement Tuesday. The news conference outlined preparations to combat the virus that causes the COVID-19 illness. Officials say no cases have been reported in North Dakota. Burgum says it’s likely the virus will spread to North Dakota at some point. But he said “right now, our focus is on preparation, not panic.” Health officials say there is no cost for the testing, but a patient is responsible for treatment.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Community leaders in North Dakota’s oil patch communities are ramping up efforts to encourage census involvement, noting that population totals have a decade long impact on federal funding. The Bismarck Tribune reports that county officials are hoping the next census, which begins this month, accurately reflects their population size. Since the shale oil boom in places like Williston and Watford City, the population increase has not matched their official census counts.

In sports…

Class B Boy’s Basketball Poll

1. Four Winds-Minn. (19) 19-1 198 1

2. Hatton/NW (1) 19-2 176 3

3. Rugby 18-2 159 4

4. Beulah 18-3 131

5. Enderlin 18-2 109 2

6. St. John 17-3 89 6

7. Hillsboro/CV 17-4 80 7

8. Kindred 16-4 73 9

9. Dickinson Trinity 18-3 54 8

In world and national news…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tornadoes ripped across Tennessee overnight, shredding at least 40 buildings in the Nashville area and 100 more east of the city as it killed at least 22 people. One twister damaged damaged a 10-mile stretch of Nashville early Tuesday, leaving blown-down walls and roofs, snapped power lines, huge broken trees, and city streets in gridlock. Another wiped out much of a subdivision in Putnam County, where the sheriff says more survivors could be trapped in the rubble of their homes. Damaged polling stations have been closed, forcing Super Tuesday voters to wait in long lines at other sites. President Donald Trump said he’d visit the area Friday.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — One of Joe Biden’s presidential campaign co-chairs says billionaire Mike Bloomberg will owe voters an explanation if he doesn’t do well across the Super Tuesday primary states. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti stopped just short of saying Bloomberg should drop out if he doesn’t overtake Biden to finish the night second nationally in delegates behind current leader Bernie Sanders. Bloomberg got in the race last fall amid signs that Biden was a weak national front-runner headed to bad finishes in the early primary states. Biden tanked in Iowa and New Hampshire, but rebounded to a distant second in Nevada and crushed the field in the South Carolina primary.

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a surprise move, the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a sizable half-percentage point in an effort to support the economy in the face of the spreading coronavirus. Chairman Jerome Powell said at a news conference that the virus “will surely weigh on economic activity both here and abroad for some time.” It was the Fed’s first rate cut since last year, when it reduced its key short-term rate three times. It is also the first time the central bank has cut its key rate between policy meetings since the 2008 financial crisis and the largest rate cut since then.

BEIJING (AP) — The Vatican is insisting Pope Francis is only suffering from a cold, not coronavirus. Francis came down with the cold last week, skipped several official audiences and on Sunday announced he would stay home from a week-long spiritual retreat outside Rome to recover. On Tuesday, Rome daily Il Messaggero reported he had tested negative for the coronavirus. A Vatican spokesman didn’t confirm or deny the Messaggero report, but stressed that Francis had been diagnosed with a cold and that it was “running its course, without symptoms linked to other pathologies.” Italy is in the midst of a coronavirus emergency in the north, with more than 2,500 positive cases.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is wrestling with whether to make it easier for the president to fire the head of the agency that enforces federal consumer financial laws. The decision could ultimately impact a vast range of agencies. The high court on Tuesday was hearing arguments in a case involving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the agency Congress created in response to the 2008 financial crisis. The agency was the brainchild of Massachusetts senator and Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren. Arguments took place as voters in 14 states were selecting who they want to be the Democratic party’s nominee for president.

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are falling sharply on Wall Street, erasing a brief early rally, after an emergency interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve failed to wipe out fears that a fast-spreading virus outbreak could lead to a recession. Major indexes were down more than 3% in afternoon trading. While the cut helped raise confidence for some investors, traders were still debating how effective it will be on what is ultimately a health crisis. Some investors are also questioning whether more aid is on the way to stabilize the market, while others called the Fed’s move premature. The 10-year Treasury yield fell below 1% for the first time.

PARIS (AP) — The coronavirus crisis is shifting increasingly westward toward Europe and the U.S., with the Federal Reserve announcing the biggest interest-rate cut in over a decade to fend off economic damage. Governments are taking steps to ease shortages of face masks after the World Health Organization warned against hoarding. The mushrooming outbreaks in South Korea, the Mideast and the West contrast with optimism in China, where thousands of recovered patients are going home and new infections have dropped to their lowest level in weeks. Iran has been particularly hard-hit, with 23 members of Parliament and the emergency services chief infected.

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran has put its armed forces on alert to assist health officials in battling the new coronavirus that’s killed at least 77 people. The outbreak is sickening top officials and pushing even its supreme leader into wearing disposable gloves while trying to reassure the nation Tuesday. A top emergency official and at least 23 members of parliament reportedly contracted the virus and now suffer from the COVID-19 illness it causes. Experts worry Iran’s percentage of deaths to infections, now around 3.3%, is much higher than other countries, suggesting the number of infections in Iran may be far greater.