Wayne Byers Show – Morning – Sept. 11

CSi Weather…

TODAY…Increasing clouds. Rain showers likely in the afternoon.

Highs in the mid 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph increasing to around 15 mph in the afternoon. Chance of showers 60 percent in the Jamestown area, 70 percent in the Valley City area.

.TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of rain

showers in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City area. Lows around 50. South winds around 10 mph.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of rain showers

in the morning,  in the Jamestown area, 30 percent in the Valley City area, then sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the lower

70s. West winds 5 to 10 mph.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s. Northwest

winds around 5 mph shifting to the north after midnight.

.SUNDAY…Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Clear. Lows in the mid 40s.

.MONDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.

.MONDAY NIGHT…Increasing clouds. Lows in the upper 50s.

.TUESDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows around 50.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s.

.THURSDAY…Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  Friday, September 11, 2020 from approximately 1:00 PM-4:00PM, 17th St SE will be closed in front of the Frontier Village entrance; the only vehicular access to the Frontier Village during this time frame will be Buffalo Scenic Road. Visitors will have the option to park nearby and walk into the Village from this location.
Construction signing, flaggers & handouts will be given out by the contractor.
Motorists should use extreme caution in this area.

 

Jamestown  (CVHD)  Stutsman County continues to see an increase in lab-confirmed positive cases of the novel coronavirus with 137 active cases.  Stutsman County currently has a higher 14-day rolling average positivity rate (6.31%) when compared to the State of North Dakota rate (5.60%).  While Stutsman County continues to remain in the “green category” of the ND Smart Restart Plan, category changes are imminent in the near future if our county’s data continues to worsen.

CVHD, Unit Administrator, Robin Iszler says, “Central Valley Health and our local Emergency Operation Center committee continue to be very concerned with the rise in positive cases in Jamestown and Stutsman County.   The Emergency Operations Center is comprised of local health and safety officials who meets weekly to discuss current local conditions, while planning for the future to keep the community safe.”

Jamestown Mayor, Dwain Heinrich adds, “Prevention is currently the only defense we have against the virus and we must all work together to halt the spread and protect our residents.”

Prevention measures include wearing face coverings, limiting social interactions to 15 minutes or less, practicing hand hygiene and social distancing (6 feet minimum).

Mayor Heinrich urges the community to follow prevention measures or stricter policy orders may be necessary.  He says,  “As Mayor of Jamestown, I have the authority to strengthen our safety practices through policy changes such as: public mask mandates and early shut down of bars, restaurants and local gatherings (i.e. weddings, etc.)”  The Mayor stresses that changes will not be made without extensive assessment of the community’s conditions by local health and safety officials of the Emergency Operations Center.

Heinrich adds, “In order to keep our local business and economy going and schools open, our residents need to be healthy and our community data needs to improve.”

Iszler commends local businesses, Saying,   “We would like to recognize local businesses who have mandated the use of face coverings; including Hugos, Walmart and Menards.   While mask mandates are not currently in order, these businesses have gone the extra step to ensure their staff and customers are health and safe.  “Central Valley Health encourages all local businesses to put their staff and customers first by requiring masks and ensuring strict social distancing measures in the facility.”

Mayor Heinrich points out that, “Enacting policy measures is not what local health and safety officials want for the community, but difficult decisions may be made if the facts warrant.  If you are sick, a close contact and/or a positive case, please stay home.  Keep yourself, your friends, and your neighbors safe and free from additional regulations.”

For more information on the ND Smart Restart Plan, visit https://www.ndresponse.gov/covid-19-resources.

 

North Dakota health officials are reporting 337 new positive coronavirus cases and three more deaths. The number of new positive cases reported Thursday included 62 in Burleigh County and 34 in neighboring Morton County. The cases reported Thursday raise the statewide total since the pandemic reached North Dakota in mid-March to 14,443. North Dakota’s death toll from the coronavirus is 160 as of Thursday. The victims were a two men in their 80s from Burleigh County and a woman in her 90s from Dunn County.

NDDoH

COVID-19 Stats

Thurs. Sept.10, 2020

Posted 11-a.m.

 

Barnes

New Positives  3

Total Positives 160

Active Cases 44

Recovered 116

 

Stutsman

New Positives 11

Total Positives 367

Active Cases 137

Recovered 227

 

COVID-19 Test Results
The results listed are from the previous day. Additional data can be found on the NDDoH website.

BY THE NUMBERS

6,358 – Total Tests from Yesterday*

518,090 – Total tests completed since pandemic began

337 – Positive Individuals from Yesterday*****

14,443 – Total positive individuals since pandemic began

5.45% – Daily Positivity Rate**

 

2,353 – Total Active Cases

+133 Individuals from yesterday

145 – Individuals Recovered from Yesterday****

11,930 – Total recovered since pandemic began

62 – Currently Hospitalized

+9 individuals from yesterday

3 – New Deaths*** (160 total deaths since the pandemic began)

INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19

• Man in his 80s from Burleigh County with underlying health conditions.
• Man in his 80s from Burleigh County with underlying health conditions.
• Woman in her 90s from Dunn County with underlying health conditions.

COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED TODAY

• Barnes County – 3
• Benson County – 3
• Bowman County – 2
• Burleigh County – 62
• Cass County – 64
• Cavalier County – 1
• Dickey County – 2
• Dunn County – 1
• Eddy County – 2
• Foster County – 1
• Grand Forks County – 1
• Hettinger County – 2
• LaMoure County – 2
• McHenry County – 1
• McIntosh County – 1
• McKenzie County – 3
• McLean County – 2
• Mercer County – 10
• Morton County – 34
• Mountrail County – 5
• Pembina County – 1
• Ramsey County – 3
• Ransom County – 1
• Renville County – 2
• Richland County – 4
• Rolette County – 1
• Sargent County – 3
• Sioux County – 1
• Stark County – 67
• Stutsman County – 11
• Towner County – 1
• Walsh County – 1
• Ward County – 29
• Williams County – 10

 

* Note that this does not include individuals from out of state and has been updated to reflect the most recent information discovered after cases were investigated.

**Individuals who tested positive divided by the total number of people tested who have not previously tested positive (susceptible encounters).

*** Number of individuals who tested positive and died from any cause while infected with COVID-19.
**** The daily numbers are the actual date individuals are officially out of isolation and no longer contagious.

******Totals may be adjusted as individuals are found to live out of state, in another county, or as other information is found during investigation.

For descriptions of these categories, visit the NDDoH dashboard.

For the most updated and timely information and updates related to COVID-19, visit the NDDoH website at www.health.nd.gov/coronavirus, follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus.

Jamestown  (CVHD)   Central Valley Health District will continue to  hold weekly testing event in Jamestown.  The testing will occur on Friday’s from 10 to Noon at the Jamestown Civic Center.

This event is open to anyone needing testing especially those with symptoms or who are close contacts.   There will be a total of 300 tests available and it is first come first serve.

“We will no longer be offering large-scale testing events and will be moving towards smaller weekly events to ensure availability of testing for those who are close contact or symptomatic,” says Robin Iszler, Unit Administrator at Central Valley Health District.

Appointments are not required but those who wish to receive a test are required to complete the online screening questionnaire in advance, which can be found here: https://testreg.nd.gov/.  Completing the online screening questionnaire does not guarantee you a test.

Additional details:

• There is no cost for the test and health insurance is not processed.
• Proof of residency will not be required.
• The testing process itself takes approximately 15 minutes. Wait time in line may be longer.
• Those with a positive result will be notified by phone within 24 – 72 hours.
• Those with a negative result will be notified by the state notification system within 5 – 7 days.
• Testing will be conducted using oral swabs. Antibody testing will not be conducted at this event.
• Drive-up testing only. Stay in your vehicle to be tested.
• Location of event is subject to change. Follow Central Valley Health on Facebook for event updates.

Jamestown  (CSi) The City reminds motorists that beginning Fri Sept 4,  that 2nd St NE, the street just south of the Civic Center along the railroad tracks from 2nd Ave to 5th Ave NE, will be closed to thru traffic, as it will be used for Covid-19 testing.

This will continue EVERY FRIDAY from 8AM-1PM now through December 18, 2020.
These streets will be open on Friday, October 9, 2020.

Motorists should use extreme caution in this area.
Questions regarding testing; please contact Central Valley Health at 252-8130.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown City Fire Department was called to the Walmart Parking lot, to a report of a car fire just after 10:30 a.m., on Thursday.

Lt. Sheldon Mohr says there was smoke reported from the car, caused by a brake fire.  The fire department checked the vehicle for any additional fire damage, other than the brakes, which there was none reported.

No injuries reported.

Four City Fire Units and 19 Firefighters were on the scene about 20 minutes.

Update….

Update….The missing cat being sought, has been found, near the area he went missing, north of 10th Street, SE.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  A couple stopped in Jamestown on Monday August 31, 2020 on their way home to Alaska.  “Sam” their cat had enough of the car ride, and jumped out at Jetstream Car Wash, and ran north.  The couple is pretty sure the feline has gone further on his run.

The couple stayed in Jamestown through that Friday, and spent everyday looking for him, joined by concerned Jamestown residents, who will continue to look for him.

“Sam” has a collar and tags on it.  He will “answer,” to: ‘Kitty Kitty.’

Sam’s family had to go home, but if you see him please call his “family.”

907-744-3933, or in Jamestown call Doreen, at 701-320-7182.

There is a reward of $200 for Sam’s safe return.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  Stutsman County Veterans Service Officer, David Bratton reminds vets that face masks are required to be worn when visiting all Veterans Affairs facilities.

On Thursday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, David said his office in the basement of the Law Enforcement Center in Jamestown is closed to walk-ins, however to arrange and in person meeting at the LEC lobby to call his office, at 701-252-9043.   The office is open Monday-Friday 8-a.m., to 12 noon and 1-p.m., to 5-p.m.

He noted that the veterans Burleigh County van taking veterans to the VA in Fargo is still not available, till further notice, due the COVID-19 pandemic.

He also said VA Urgent Care Cards are available, for vets needing emergency care, and are available with more information at his office.

David added that grants are available for veterans in need of a service dog.  For more information on line go to www.servicedogsforamerica.org

The Department of Veterans Affairs has made 425 grants amounting to $279 million to help prevent and end veteran homeless.

The deadline to sign up for the Camp Grafton Deer Hunt, in October 16, with the hunt scheduled for November 16, 17, 2020.  Those participating must have a disability of 50 percent or greater.  Application information available at his office.

 

On another topic:

 

The Fargo VA Health Care System will hold several free drive-through influenza immunization clinics in September and October for Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare.

For questions about eligibility, call 1-800-410-9723, extension 3428.

 

Veterans should bring their Veteran ID card, wear a mask, and wear appropriate clothing such as a short-sleeve shirt to receive a flu vaccine. Veterans experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should present for their flu vaccine when it has been at least 10 days since the onset of symptoms – COVID-19 symptoms need to be improved and at least 24 hours without fever greater than 100.0 F. If you have questions regarding COVID-19 and the flu vaccine, please contact your healthcare provider.

Locations, dates, and times VA-enrolled Veterans can receive their free influenza immunization:

 

Fargo VA Medical Center (2101 Elm St. N):

Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Oct. 7, 15, & 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Bemidji VA Clinic (1217 Anne St.):

Oct. 2, 15, and 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

 

Bismarck VA Clinic (Gateway Mall, 2700 State St, Suite F):

Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Oct. 7 and 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 

Devils Lake VA Clinic (1031 7th St. NE):

Call to schedule an appointment (701) 662-5801 press 0 to schedule.

 

Dickinson VA Clinic (766 Elks Dr., Suite 6/H):

Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 

Fergus Falls VA Clinic (1839 Park St. N):

Oct. 5, 9, and 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Grafton VA Clinic (1319 11th St. W):

Oct. 9, 16, and 30 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

 

Grand Forks VA Clinic (3221 32nd Ave. S, Suite 700):

Oct. 2, 7, and 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Jamestown VA Clinic (2430 20th St. SW):

Oct. 6, 9, and 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Minot VA Clinic (3400 South Broadway St.):

Oct. 1 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 

Williston VA Clinic (1542 16th St. W, Suite 300):

Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14, and 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Jamestown  (Chamber)  Members of the Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Dale’s Auto Mall & More to celebrate their new business.  This business is located at 417 24th St. SW in Jamestown.

Businesses qualify for a ribbon-cutting ceremony if they open, move, remodel, are under new ownership or change their name.  For more information, contact Emily Bivens by emailing: director@jamestownchamber.com or call the chamber at 701-252-4830.

Jamestown  (CSi)  RSVP Program/ East Region Coordinator, Deb Lee in Jamestown reports, that RSVP North Dakota is honoring the 9/11 Day of Remembrance and Service this year with a virtual food drive in partnership with the Great Plains Food Bank.  (If you wish to participate, please click on the link below.)  Any help you can provide by forwarding this message to others you may know is greatly appreciated by all those who receive food assistance and by both the Great Plains Food Bank and RSVP North Dakota.  Thank you for your service and for making a difference in the lives of others.

https://greatplainsfoodbank.fenly.org/drive/rsvpnd-911-day-of-service-virtual-food-drive/

RSVP also has collection boxes to accept food donations at the Vets Club and Papa Murphy’s

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown Patriot Council is sponsoring the Annual Freedom Walk, on Friday 9-11, 2020, in  remembrance of those who perished  on Sept 11, 2001, and in the global war on terrorism.

Community patriots, military, and first responders are especially invited to attend this Patriots Day event, and families are very welcome.

The walk begins at 5:30-p.m., at Zonta Park, with a short presentation and will end at the All Vets Club with a light meal for participants with a free will offering.

Please observe social distancing guidelines, and masks are suggested but not required.

For more information, please contact The All Vets Club at 701-252-8994.

Bismarck  (CSi) – Gov. Doug Burgum has directed all government agencies to fly the United States and North Dakota flags at half-staff on Friday, and encourages North Dakota residents to do the same, in remembrance of those who perished in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

The governor’s directive is in accordance with a joint resolution of Congress authorizing and requesting the President to designate Sept. 11 of each year as Patriot Day and direct flags to be lowered to half-staff for the entire day. Americans also are encouraged to observe a moment of silence at 7:46 a.m. Central Daylight Time to honor the nearly 3,000 victims of the attacks.

“Nineteen years after the unspeakable acts that shook our nation, we pay tribute to those who lost their lives and the heroic acts of bravery by the first responders and rescue workers who put themselves in harm’s way to bring others to safety,” Burgum said. “We also pay tribute and express our eternal gratitude to the courageous men and women who have fought the Global War on Terrorism, including the 28 service members from North Dakota who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.”

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown Rural Fire District announces that the Jamestown Rural Fire Department invites the public to an Open House to celebrate being located at the new fire hall on  Saturday September 12, 2020 from 10-a.m. to 2-p.m.

The location is 1209 9^th Street Southeast, in Jamestown.

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown Rural Fire District announces that the Jamestown Rural Fire Department invites the public to an Open House to celebrate being located at the new fire hall on  Saturday September 12, 2020 from 10-a.m. to 2-p.m.

The location is 1209 9^th Street Southeast, in Jamestown.

Medina  (CSi)  The Medina Fall Festival is set for Saturday September 12, with the parade line up starting at 9:30-a.m. at the school.  (No entry fee).

The parade starts at 10:30-a.m.

For more information on parade entries call Pat:  486-3323, Nancy 799-0952, Wendy 520-3167.

Everyone is welcome, kids, bring a bag for parade candy.

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Annual Gospel Music Jamboree is planned for Sunday September 13, 2020, at Temple Baptist Church, at 1200 12th Avenue, Northeast in Jamestown, starting at 2:30-p.m.

Featured will be:  Prairie Harmony Singers…Gerry Guthmiller, Joyce Heyne, Wes Schaible.

Also to entertain, Troy Gundeson, Bernie Satrom, Randy and Cathy Schlecht, Curt Erickson & Kim Softing, from Hawley, Minnesota.

A free will offering will be accepted, with proceeds going to Youth for Christ.

Meal served by Women of the Church.

Valley City  (CSi)  Clean up week in Valley City is  September 14th thru 18th. Set out all garbage including those extra items on the regular garbage pickup day.

City Public Works Sanitation Director Gloria Swart says to separate sheet rock, bricks, cement blocks, shingles and wood items. Metal screen doors with a wood core can be set out with wood or wood pallets.

Take unwanted appliances to Valley Recycling.There is no limit on the number of bags, cans and boxes, but are not  exceed 50 pounds per bag, can or box.

Tires will not be pickup, and must be taken to the Transfer Station in Valley City for a fee. Batteries go to the Transfer Station at no charge. Scrap metal must be dropped off a Valley Recycling. Crews will not pick up grass or leaves.

Jamestown  (CSi)  Ground breaking and the start of  construction of Eagle Flats in Downtown Jamestown has been delayed.  Originally, the plan called for the event and starting construction this summer but was delayed stemming from COVID-19 pandemic  related issues.

Eagle Flats will have 33 apartment units at the site of the vacant Eagles building on First Avenue South, in Downtown Jamestown.

Commonwealth Companies anticipates taking title to the Eagles property in October this year, and closing financing in April 2021, followed by construction, with completion now anticipated for the spring of 2022.

Eagle Flats will provide ground level parking, and have 33 accessible apartment units over the three floors, with a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units in the secured building.

Residents will be within walking distance of downtown stores, along with Jamestown Middle School and employment in that area.

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Police say a man crossing a street in Fargo has been struck and killed. Sgt. Sam Bollman says the man was hit by an SUV just after 1 a.m. Friday. His body was found about 100 feet from where he was struck. Investigators have arrested a 32-year-old driver from Fargo who they believe was under the influence of alcohol. She is being held on a possible charge of criminal vehicular homicide. The victim has not been identified.

In sports…

Jamestown  (UJ)  The  Jimmies 2020 football season is now scheduled to start on September 26, hosting Northwestern of Iowa as the University of Jamestown announced on Thursday on their web site,  jimmiepride.com that the game against Dordt on September 19 has been postponed.

The announcement reads:

“While our overall COVID related cases in athletics, and specifically football, are relatively small, the cases and the related direct contacts impact a specific position group whose specialties preclude the ability to compete while ensuring the safety of other team members” said Athletics Director Sean Johnson.  “We will continue to adhere to our health and safety protocols and work towards returning to play as early as it becomes safe to do so.”

Earlier UJ announced, The Jimmie football game at Briar Cliff originally scheduled for Saturday Sept. 12 will be played on November 21 in Sioux City, Iowa.

Also reported earlier, UJ stated that out of an abundance of caution, the University of Jamestown has postponed its home volleyball matches for Saturday, September 5th, Friday, September 11th and Saturday, September 12.

Jimmie women’s volleyball will host Morningside at 6 pm (JV) and 7:30 pm (Varsity) on October 13.

VCSU

Valley City (VCSU) The start time for the VCSU at Presentation College football game has been moved to 1-p.m., Saturday.

Hi-liners

The Hi-liner football game vs. Stanley start time has been moved to 6-p.m.

 

 

High School Tennis.

Shanley 5 Valley City  4

 

NFL Thursday Night Football…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs appear to have another offensive weapon after opening their Super Bowl title defense with a 34-20 win over the Houston Texans.

Rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire (heh-LEHR’) ran through the rain for 138 yards and a touchdown in his first game since the Chiefs grabbed him in the first round of the NFL draft out of LSU. The pint-sized dynamo unleashed a wicked stutter-step before running 27 yards for his first career TD.

Meanwhile, the Chiefs’ aerial attack is as potent as it was during their Super Bowl run. Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes (mah-HOHMZ’) Jr. threw for 211 yards, including scoring strikes to Travis Kelce (KEHL’-see), Sammy Watkins and Tyreek Hill.

The Chiefs have won 10 straight dating to last season, including their come-from-behind 51-31 victory over the Texans in the divisional round of the playoffs.

Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson threw a touchdown pass and ran for another score, but he also was under relentless pressure and was intercepted once. David Johnson provided the biggest bright spot for Houston, running for 77 yards and a score.

The game was attended by a socially-distanced crowd of about 17,000 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Chiefs lined up along the goal line about 30 minutes before kickoff and watched a video of Alicia Keyes performing “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is often considered the Black national anthem.

The Texans had already left the field when the demonstration occurred. They remained there until R&B duo Chloe x Halle finished a virtual performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” then ran onto the field to a chorus of boos from fans.

NFL-NEWS

Jags try to solve RB issues

UNDATED (AP) — Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton injured his right shoulder while landing awkwardly after catching a high pass in practice. Sutton’s injury occurred 48 hours after the Broncos lost star linebacker Von Miller to a serious ankle injury on the final play of another practice.

In other NFL news:

— The Jets have signed former Rams and Giants linebacker Alec Ogletree to their practice squad. The 28-year-old Ogletree adds depth to the Jets’ inside linebacker spot.

— Black and white Dolphins players and coach Brian Flores have released a video on social media saying they’ll protest racial injustice by remaining in their locker room during the national anthem. The two-minute, 15-second video features nearly 20 players trading stern rhymes about the nation’s social protest movement.

— Forbes estimates the Cowboys are the NFL’s most valuable franchise at $5.7 billion. It’s the 14th consecutive year they’ve held that distinction. According to the magazine, Jerry Jones’ team is also the most valuable franchise in the world. On average, each team in the NFL is worth $3.05 billion, an increase of 7% from last year. The Cowboys, Giants, Patriots and Rams are worth at least $4 billion.

NBA PLAYOFFS

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Anthony Davis has powered the Lakers to within one victory of a potential all-Los Angeles Western Conference finals in the NBA playoffs.

Davis had 29 points and 12 rebounds while dominating the paint in the Lakers’ 110-100 win over the Houston Rockets. Davis also helped Los Angeles compile a 52-26 rebounding edge.

Houston also had trouble stopping LeBron James, who finished with 16 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists.

Alex Caruso chipped in 16 points and Rajon Rondo (RAH’-zhahn RAHN’-doh) had 11 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists.

The Rockets showed fortitude after trailing by 23 midway through the third quarter. An 18-2 run got Houston within 103-96 as the Lakers turned the ball over on four consecutive possessions during that stretch. L.A. recovered to take a 3-1 lead in the conference semis.

Game 5 is Saturday.

NHL-STARS/GOLDEN KNIGHTS

Stars get OT win, take 2-1 series lead

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — The Dallas Stars had to go into overtime to take a 2-1 lead in the NHL’s Western Conference final against Vegas, but the extra session didn’t last long.

Alexander Radulov (RAD’-yoo-lahv) scored 31 seconds into OT to give the Stars a 3-2 win over the Golden Knights. Radulov tallied on the only shot of the period, beating Robin Lehner (LEH’-nur) with a wrist shot for his third career overtime goal.

The Knights tied it twice in the third period before falling. Shea Theodore and Mark Stone sandwiched goals around Jamie Benn’s score to extend the game. Vegas outshot the Stars 18-4 in the third period and 40-23 for the game.

Anton Khudobin (hoo-DOH’-bihn) stopped 38 shots for the Stars, who resume the series on Saturday.

NHL-LIGHTNING-KILLORN

Killorn suspended for hit on Nelson

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — The NHL has slapped Tampa Bay Lightning forward Alex Killorn (kih-LOHRN’) with a one-game suspension that will be served during Game 3 of the NHL’s Eastern Conference final on Friday.

Killorn was punished and issued a one-game suspension for his blindside hit that rammed New York Islanders forward Brock Nelson face-first into the boards. Killorn was issued a match penalty and ejected for the hit 5:55 into the game.

The Lightning won the game, 2-1 and own a two-games-to-none lead in the series.

In other NHL news:

— Sean Couturier (koo-TOOR’-ee-ay) is the third Flyer to be chosen as the league’s top defensive forward. The center was revealed as the Frank J. Selke Trophy recipient Thursday, finishing ahead of four-time winner Patrice Bergeron of the Bruins and Ryan O’Reilly of the Blues, last season’s winner. Couturier received 117 first-place votes and was named on 163 of the 170 ballots cast by the Professional Hockey Writers Association.

TENNIS-US OPEN

Azarenka knocks out Serena; Osaka advances.

NEW YORK (AP) — Victoria Azarenka is the latest player to step in between Serena Williams and a record-tying 24th Grand Slam singles title.

Azarenka beat Williams for only the fifth time in 23 meetings, shaking off a poor start before earning a 1-6, 6-3, 6-3 victory. That puts Azarenka into the final for the first time in seven years.

Williams appeared physically worn as she completed her fourth consecutive three-set match, two weeks shy of her 39th birthday. She took a five-minute medical timeout for a tape job after clutching her left ankle.

Next up for Azarenka is Naomi Osaka, who is in the final for the second time in three tries.

Osaka finally surged ahead midway through the last set with the only service break she would get to beat Jennifer Brady, 7-6, 3-6, 6-3. The 2018 Open champ got a little help from a fortunate net-cord and an incorrect line call to oust the American in the first semifinal match of the day.

Each player hit 35 winners and combined for just 42 unforced errors in the 1-hour, 45-minute match.

MLB

UNDATED (AP) — It’s been a rough two days for the Detroit Tigers. About 24 hours after absorbing a 19-0 loss to the Brewers, the Cardinals tagged them for a 12-2 setback in Game 1 of a doubleheader.

Yadier (YAH’-dee-ehr) Molina crushed a go-ahead, two-run homer in the second inning while wearing No. 21 in honor of fellow Puerto Rican, Roberto Clemente. Molina jumped into the air after passing first base and appeared to wipe away a tear with his uniform sleeve as he approached home plate.

Lane Thomas, Tyler O’Neill, Paul Goldschmidt and Rangel Ravelo (RAHN’-hehl rah-VEH’-loh) also homered for St. Louis, which has won five of seven. Ravelo’s estimated 487-foot blast is the longest in Cardinals history since the Statcast era.

Jeimer (JAY’-mur) Candelario homered for the Tigers.

Detroit gained a split by scoring five times in the seventh and final inning to beat the Redbirds, 6-3. Candelario homered in both ends of the doubleheader and put the Tigers ahead with a two-run single in Game 2 Jorge Bonifacio (boh-nih-FAH’-see-oh) smacked a two-run homer in Detroit’s third win in 10 games.

Elsewhere around the majors:

— Carson Kelly launched a two-run homer and Christian Walker added a two-run double as the Diamondbacks beat the Dodgers for the first time in eight meetings, 5-2. Madison Bumgarner surrendered back-to-back homers by Corey Seager and AJ Pollock but worked through five innings to help Arizona win for only the third time in 21 games overall.

— Jorge Ona (OHN’-yuh) socked his first big league homer and Manny Machado also went deep in the Padres’ 6-1 win at San Francisco. Mitch Moreland put San Diego ahead with a two-run double in the first before scoring on Austin Nola’s two-bagger later in the inning.

— The Braves fell behind 5-0 before Freddie Freeman homered twice and Dansby Swanson belted a tie breaking shot in the eighth inning of a 7-6 triumph over the Nationals. Ronald Acuña (ah-KOON’-yuh) Jr. also hit a two-run homer for the Braves, who weathered another ineffective outing from their makeshift rotation.

— Jorge Alfaro capped a two-RBI night by slashing a walk-off, RBI single in the ninth to complete the Marlins’ 7-6 comeback win over the Phillies. Starling Marte tied it with a three-run double in the eighth and finished with four ribbies to help Miami win the opener of a COVID-induced, seven-game series.

— Wilsson Contreras tied a career high with four hits and rookie Nico Hoerner added three RBIs as the Cubs topped the Reds, 8-5. Ian Happ drove in two runs and Hoerner, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo and Cameron Maybin each had two hits as the Cubs broke out of an offensive funk.

— The Athletics knocked off the Astros, 3-1 as Sean Manaea (mah-NY’-ah) carried a perfect game into the sixth inning to win his fourth straight start. Matt Olson’s two-run homer helped Oakland move 6 1/2 games ahead of second-place Houston in the AL West.

— Rafael Devers (DEH’-vurz) slammed a two-run homer and provided a tie breaking, RBI single in the seventh inning to push the Red Sox past the Rays, 4-3. Bobby Dalbec also went deep for the fifth straight game to help Boston overcome home runs by Hunter Renfroe and Brandon Lowe (low).

— Brady Singer fell four outs shy of a no-hitter before the Royals completed an 11-0 thumping of the Indians. Maikel (MY’-kehl) Franco and Adalberto (ad-ul-BEHR’-toh) Mondesi each hit three-run homers and Edward Olivares added a solo shot to back Singer, who left after Austin Hedges broke up the no-hitter with a single.

— The Yankees and Orioles were postponed by rain in New York. The game has been rescheduled as part of a Friday doubleheader.

MLB-NEWS

Another Braves pitcher hurt

UNDATED (AP) — The Atlanta Braves’ banged-up starting rotation suffered another setback Thursday when left-hander Tommy Milone was placed on the 10-day injured list with left elbow inflammation.

Milone has a 14.90 ERA in three starts for NL East leaders since being acquired from the Orioles at the trade deadline. He allowed eight runs in 3 1/3 innings in the Braves’ 29-9 victory over Miami on Wednesday night. The Braves recalled right-hander Huascar Ynoa to the active roster and outrighted utilityman Charlie Culberson to the team’s alternate training site.

Atlanta has six pitchers on the IL, including ace Max Fried (freed).

In other MLB news:

— The Giants have released Pablo Sandoval, parting ways for a second time with the former fan favorite and 2012 World Series MVP. The 34-year-old Sandoval was batting .220 with one home run and six RBIs in 33 games.

— Former All-Star infielder Jake Lamb has been designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks after struggling for nearly three straight seasons. The 29-year-old looked like a future star at third base just a few years ago. He made the NL All-Star team in 2017 before setting career-highs with 30 homers and 105 RBIs that year. Since then, he’s battled injuries and inconsistency while hitting just 12 homers over the past three seasons.

WNBA

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Angel McCoughtry scored 22 points on her 34th birthday and the the Las Vegas Aces made a franchise-record 10 3-pointers in beating the Minnesota Lynx 104-89 for their fourth straight victory. Kayla McBride’s 3-pointer during a 13-4 run to open the fourth quarter was the record-setting 10th for the Aces, who are last in the league for 3-point attempts. They finished 10 of 18 from the arc, led by McBride’s 5-of-7 effort. Crystal Dangerfield scored 24 points for Minnesota, which lost its third straight.

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Myisha Hines-Allen scored 30 points and the Washington Mystics beat the Los Angeles Sparks 80-72 on Thursday night.

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Candice Dupree scored 14 of her 22 points in the second half and the Indiana Fever beat the New York Liberty 85-75 on Thursday night to snap an eight-game losing streak.

 

NASCAR-WALLACE

Wallace leaving Petty Motorsports

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Bubba Wallace is leaving Richard Petty Motorsports at the end of the season.

NASCAR’s only full-time Black driver told the team Thursday that he would not sign a contract extension. He will finish the final nine races.

The 26-year-old Wallace has driven Petty’s iconic No. 43 the last three seasons. He has a career-best five top-10 finishes this season and is ranked a career-best 23rd in the Cup Series standings. Wallace did not make the playoffs in any of his three Cup seasons and is winless at NASCAR’s top level.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL-NEWS

Georgia State quarterback cleared to play, no virus issues

UNDATED (AP) — After initially being ruled out for the season with a coronavirus-related heart condition, Georgia State freshman quarterback Mikele Colasurdo has been cleared to play.

The school says follow-up cardiac evaluations showed Colasurdo does not suffer from myocarditis or any other heart ailment that would prevent him from taking the field.

Colasurdo initially planned to sit out the season after being stricken with COVID-19 over the summer break.

In other college football news:

— The University of Texas will require students to pass a COVID-19 test funded by the school before they’ll be allowed to attend the No. 14 Longhorns’ season opener against UTEP on Saturday night. Texas has up to 3,000 student tickets available for the football game. To claim a ticket, a student must pass a university-provided rapid test the day before the game.

PGA-SAFEWAY OPEN

Knox leads through 18

NAPA, Calif (AP) — Russell Knox shot a 9-under 63 to take the first-round lead in the Safeway Open, the first event of the new PGA Tour season.

After missing the FedExCup playoffs by two spots to close last season, Knox had seven birdies and eagled the 550-yard, par-5 fifth hole.

Sam Burns, Cameron Percy and Bo Hoag are a stroke back.

LPGA-ANA INSPIRATION

Korda leads LPGA major

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (AP) — Nelly Korda is the first-round leader at the ANA Inspiration.

With heat-baked greens so firm she couldn’t find pitch marks, Korda hit hybrid off the tee on the par-5 18th with a front pin. That set her up for a wedge to 3 feet below the hole for birdie and a 6-under 66, giving her a one-shot lead.

Two-time major champion In Gee Chun had to scramble for par on the 18th for a 67. Madelene Sagstrom of Sweden matched that score with a par on her closing hole.

 

In world and national news…

GRIDLEY, Calif. (AP) — A Northern California wildfire that destroyed a foothill hamlet has become the state’s deadliest blaze of the year with 10 people confirmed dead — and the toll could climb as searchers look for 16 missing people. Authorities say the North Complex fire that exploded in wind-driven flames earlier in the week is advancing more slowly Friday after the winds eased and smoke from the blaze shaded the area and lowered the temperature, allowing firefighters to make progress. That was a change from the hot weather and gusty winds that two days earlier sent flames exploding through foothills northeast of San Francisco, destroying at least 2,000 buildings.

 

PHOENIX, Ore. (AP) — Deadly wildfires in heavily populated northwest Oregon were growing, with hundreds of thousands of people told to flee encroaching flames while residents to the south tearfully assessed their losses. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management reported that by Thursday evening, the number of people evacuated statewide because of fires had climbed to an estimated 500,000. That’s over 10% of the 4.2 million residents of the state. One fire approached Molalla, triggering a mandatory evacuation order for the community of about 9,000 people located 30 miles (48 kilometers) south of Portland. A police car rolled through the streets with a loudspeaker blaring “evacuate now.”

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans are set to commemorate the 19th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks with tributes altered by the coronavirus. President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden both plan to visit the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania Friday, though not at the same time. In New York, a dispute over coronavirus precautions is leading to separate remembrances. Vice President Mike Pence plans to attend both events. Biden will also attend a ceremony at the World Trade Center memorial site in New York before heading to Pennsylvania.

 

GENEVA (AP) — The United Nations independent expert on poverty is warning that the worst impacts from the coronavirus pandemic on poverty are yet to come, and that measures taken by governments to protect people so far have been insufficient. Olivier De Schutter, a Belgian legal scholar appointed by the U.N. Human Rights Council as special rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights, says “the social safety nets put into place are full of holes.” His message is directed to world leaders meeting this month for the U.N. General Assembly.

 

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council is urging warring parties in all conflicts to immediately stop attacking schools and teachers. And it is reaffirming Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ call for global cease-fires to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. A presidential statement approved by the council Thursday expressed grave concern about the significant increase of attacks on schools in recent years and the resulting alarming number of children denied access to quality education. U.N. envoy Virginia Gamba says attacking schools and teachers seems to be an emerging tactic of war, particularly in Africa’s Sahel region. And she says the COVID-19 pandemic has made things worse.

 

 

 

ISLAMABAD (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is warning that much anticipated negotiations between Afghanistan’s warring parties are likely to be “contentious.” But he says Friday that they are the only way forward if Afghans are to find peace after decades of relentless conflict. Pompeo made his comments en route to the Middle Eastern State of Qatar, where intra-Afghan negotiations are to begin Saturday, a day mostly reserved for ceremony before the hard task of hammering out a road map for a post-war Afghanistan begins. The negotiations were laid out in a peace deal Washington brokered with the Taliban and signed in Doha on Feb. 29 aimed at ending the war and bringing U.S. troops home ending America’s longest conflict.