– Wayne Byers Show – Morning – Oct 2

CSi Weather…

.REST OF TODAY…Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the lower 50s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.

.TONIGHT…Cloudy. Slight chance of rain showers after midnight.

Lows in the upper 30s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.

.SATURDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s. Northeast

winds 5 to 10 mph.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows around 30. Northeast winds

around 5 mph shifting to the south after midnight.

.SUNDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 50s. South winds 5 to 10 mph

increasing to around 15 mph in the afternoon.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.

.MONDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.

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

.TUESDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs around 70.

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

.WEDNESDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.

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

Friday night, precipitation chances restricted to mainly eastern portions of our area.

Mainly dry conditions continue through next week.

Temperatures gradually warm early next week, with near to above

average temperatures expected by mid week.

*** from the 125th Anniversary Calendar of Jamestown History ***

This Day In History, October 2, 1907 – Sousa plays Lloyd’s Opera House.

Bismarck (CSi) Governor Doug Burgum, Thursday held his weekly news conference at the state capital in Bismarck. He was joined by NDDoH Director of Disease Control Kirby Kruger and NDDoH Immunization Program Manager Molly Howell.

Burgum pointed out challenges dealing with the pandemic, and the stress North Dakotans are undergoing. He said during these and other times residents have stepped up noting floods, and the crisis in the agriculture industry.

He gave thanks to all of those dealing with the pandemic having grace, compassion and understanding.

He said COVID-19 testing is being stepped up in long term care facilities pointing out the number of residents testing positive. He said health care workers staffing is being increased, saying additional workers are filling in for those staff members having been tested positive for the virus, being in close contact with a positive person, and isolating.

Burgum update the latest stats from the State Health Department.

North Dakota health officials reported a new daily high for COVID-19 hospitalizations on Thursday, along with nine more deaths. Hospital capacity is a rising concern as active cases continue to increase. Hospitalizations statewide rose to 106 on Thursday, up 17 more than a day earlier. Health officials say 373 new COVID-19 cases were reported Thursday, bringing the total number of cases in North Dakota to 22,218 since the pandemic began. Also Thursday, Burgum provided new quarantine guidance to make exceptions for people who were in close contact with others who tested positive for COVID-19, but were wearing masks.

NDDDoH

COVID-19 Stats

Thurs.Oct. 1, 2020

Posted 11-a.m.

Barnes

New Positives 2

Total Positives 244

Active Cases 38

Recovered 206

Stutsman

Death 1 Man in his 50s from Stutsman County with underlying health conditions.

Total Deaths 4

New Positives 2

Total Positives 529

Active Cases 44

Recovered 481

On Thursday the State Health Department reported 226 COVID-19 tests have been given for Stutsman County for a positivity rate of less than 1% in the county.

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

BY THE NUMBERS

6,080 – Total Tests from Yesterday*

642,453 – Total tests completed since the pandemic began

373– Positive Individuals from Yesterday*****

22,218 – Total positive individuals since the pandemic began

6.37% – Daily Positivity Rate**

3,690 Total Active Cases

+29 Individuals from yesterday

334 – Individuals Recovered from Yesterday (238 with a recovery date of yesterday****)

18,272 – Total recovered since the pandemic began

106 – Currently Hospitalized

+17 – Individuals from yesterday

9 – New Deaths*** (256 total deaths since the pandemic began)

INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19

Woman in her 80s from Burleigh County with underlying health conditions.
Man in his 60s from Divide County with underlying health conditions.
Woman in her 80s from Morton County with underlying health conditions.
Woman in her 80s from Morton County with underlying health conditions.
Man in his 80s from Morton County with underlying health conditions.
Man in his 60s from Morton County with underlying health conditions.
Woman in her 90s from Morton County with underlying health conditions.
Man in his 80s from Richland County with underlying health conditions.
Man in his 50s from Stutsman County with underlying health conditions.

COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED THURSDAY

Adams County – 5
Barnes County – 2
Benson County – 2
Bottineau County – 2
Bowman County – 1
Burleigh County – 44
Cass County – 81
Dickey County – 38
Dunn County – 2
Eddy County – 1
Golden Valley County – 2
Grand Forks County – 7
Grant County – 1
Hettinger County – 2
LaMoure County – 6
McHenry County -1
McKenzie County – 6
McLean County – 6
Mercer County – 3
Morton County – 14
Mountrail County – 5
Pembina County – 5
Pierce County – 1
Ramsey County – 6
Renville County – 1
Richland County – 6
Rolette County – 6
Sargent County – 4
Sioux County – 3
Slope County – 4
Stark County – 18
Stutsman County – 2
Traill County – 1
Walsh County – 4
Ward County – 29
Wells County – 1
Williams County – 51

* 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 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.

Burgum added that the NDDoH website’s dashboard will be update to clarify the numbers and comparisons.

With hospitalizations, he said the state’s hospital capacity is continually be monitored.

He said 14,000 “quick” testing kits are on there way to North Dakota, 220,00 expected by December this year. Those tests do not require lab testing, and shows results within 15 minutes.

He said from joining in a White House conference call, he learned that the COVID-19 vaccine trail are moving forward. He did not indicate when a safe and effective vaccine will be approved and distributed.

Burgum said, the September announcement of the county risk level changes will stay the same with the more changes being announced within the next two weeks.

He reminded residents about the NDSmart guidelines to stay safe. More information on the NDDoH website.

He added that bringing the state’s positivity rate back to five percent and maintaining that number will keep businesses and schools open.

NDDoH Director of Disease Control Kirby Kruger, pointed out studies by the CDC concerning the benefits of wearing face masks, to control the spread of the virus, citing a hair salon where employees and clients were kept safe from the virus spread, from known positive individuals.

#MASKUPND has more information.

With flu shots Burgum said they protect especially youth and the elderly from contracting the flu.

NDDoH Immunization Program Manager Molly Howell, everyone six months of age and older should get a vaccination, with the possible COVID-19 vaccine coming possibly this coming winter. She said having to test individuals for both COVID-1 and the flu and treating those people, will put additional stress on healthcare .

With behavior health, Burgum pointed out advances in tele-health, and its effectiveness, with the delivery improving.

Gov. Doug Burgum and the North Dakota Department of Health (NDDOH) Thursday announced updated guidance for the quarantining of individuals who are identified as close contacts to COVID-19 positive individuals.

The guidance has been updated to reflect that in non-health care, non-residential settings, when the positive case and close contact have both been wearing a face covering consistently and correctly for the entire time, the close contact will not need to self-quarantine at home.

Burgum says, “This is a common-sense approach that creates an incentive for people to wear face coverings and provides for a more positive school experience for students, faculty, administrators and parents. ” Burgum said, noting the quarantine exception applies retroactively if both parties were wearing masks.

The quarantine exception includes, but may not be limited to:

Child care centers where staff and older children (age 2 or above) are able to wear a mask.
Group homes
K-12 schools and preschools
Colleges and universities
Work settings
Social interactions
Other settings where both the infected person and contact were masked during the exposure.

Kirby Kruger, an epidemiologist and director of the NDDOH Division of Disease Control, says, close contacts who meet the quarantine exception should still self-monitor, which means wearing a face covering and keeping a close eye out for any symptoms, said Kirby Kruger, an epidemiologist and director of the NDDOH Division of Disease Control.

Kruger said the updated guidelines are based on mounting evidence, evaluated by public health experts including NDDoH epidemiologists and infectious disease experts, supporting the effectiveness of masks in reducing transmission.

Kruger says, “The evidence is clear: The steps we take by wearing a mask have a direct impact on the spread of COVID-19. In addition, individuals should continue to stay home when sick, keep 6 feet of distance, wash hands frequently and sanitize frequently touched surfaces. Thank you in advance for doing your part to keep our state safe.”

The Recovery Reinvented conference will be held virtually, with nationally known addiction counselors to speak. More information on line, at recoveryreinvented.com

The North Dakota Department of Commerce Thursday announced that the Economic Resiliency Grant (ERG) has reached two milestones since the program’s opening for applications in August.

As of Thursday, Commerce reported it has successfully adjudicated more than half of the applications received, totaling more than $20 million awarded to 1,000 North Dakota businesses.

Small businesses with less than 25 employees represented 80% of businesses that received ERG funds.

More Information

Note Change: Testing is being held inside the Civic Center. Park in the Business Center Lot and enter through the North Door. Face covering required.

Today, Friday, October 2, 2020; 3rd St NE from 3rd Ave NE to 4th Ave NE will be closed until 1:00 PM for Covid-19 testing.
This will continue EVERY FRIDAY from 8AM-1PM 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 (CVHD) Covid-19 testing Friday October 2 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Civic Center.

Testing will continue EVERY FRIDAY through December 18, 2020.

Questions regarding testing;

please contact Central Valley Health at 252-8130.

Appointment 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) On Thursday afternoon, a $10,000 donation was made by Don Wilhelm, Inc. to the Anne Carlsen Center for their Pathway to the Future campaign.

ACC Associate Campaign Director Mary Lou Urquhart stated, “It is with great pleasure that we accept this gracious gift from Don Wilhelm, Inc. This campaign, lending fruition to the dream of a future home for the Anne Carlsen Center, has seen phenomenal support from the Jamestown community.”

The statement from the Anne Carlsen Center said, “For 60 years, Don Wilhelm, Inc. has been doing business in Jamestown. Their collaboration with the Anne Carlsen Center, is yet another example of the ongoing philanthropy of the Wilhelm family giving back to the communities they serve and beyond.

The Wilhelm’s stated that, “Growing up in Jamestown, the family has had the opportunity to know Dr. Anne Carlsen personally. Therefore, providing support to keep her legacy moving forward was an easy decision for the family.”

Having been a community partner with the Anne Carlsen Center for nearly 35 years, the Wilhelm’s have built a legacy of generosity to enhance the lives of the individuals we serve. With the continued support of businesses that have nearly the same longevity as the Anne Carlsen Center, we will strive forward together; building community, nurturing abilities, and changing lives.

Today we are most thankful that Don Wilhelm Inc., is one of the longest, loyal contributors to the mission of the Anne Carlsen Center, making the world a more inclusive place where independence is a gift to all.”

Jamestown (JRMC) — Drinking a “Razbooby Squeeze” could help change and save lives.

Brockopp Brewing, in Valley City, is hosting a Helpful Virtual Happy Hour live at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8 in support of Jamestown Regional Medical Center. The event includes education about cancer and urology care at JRMC. All proceeds benefit the JRMC Cancer Center.

Breast and prostate cancer remain the highest occurring cancers in North Dakota, according to North Dakota’s cancer registry.

In partnership with Brockopp Brewing, the JRMC Foundation will have an educational Zoom to share information about early detection and cancer treatment options. Speakers include:

Christopher Cost, JRMC Urologist
Jeff Wiisanen, Oncologist, Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center & JRMC Cancer Center
Jason Schaffer, JRMC Radiology (3D Mammography & No Excuses)

Nichole Brockop says, “One of our goals as small business owners is to support other small businesses and organizations that help others,” Brockopp and her husband, Scott, own Brockopp Brewing. she adds, “That is a vision we have had since the talking stages of opening the brewery. We are excited to host this event to raise cancer awareness and share local options for care and treatments our community and surrounding areas.”

Additional Valley City event sponsors include:

Alley Beans & Roasterie is featuring a unique “pink drink” for October.
Wild Prairie Bakery has a “pink donut” for October.

JRMC Foundation Director Lisa Jackson, “Eliminating travel for care is important,” said . “Since it opened, the JRMC Cancer Center saved patients more than 244,000 miles. We are here from you. This happy hour allows you to ‘virtually’ meet our providers and ask questions about care.”

All registered attendees will receive a chance to win a fun October-themed door prize.

To help care for patients, Brockopp Brewing is also featuring a “Razbooby Squeeze” sour beer. A portion of sales benefits the JRMC Cancer Center.

Jackson adds, “We are grateful to Brockopp Brewing and other local businesses helping JRMC care for its patients. We hope people can attend to learn more about services close to home and to support a worthy cause.”

Because we know how important it is to have care close to home, JRMC also has a specialty clinic in Valley City. JRMC Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Timothy Volk and Audiologist, Marissa M. Leese, AuD are now seeing patients.

Jamestown (UJ) University of Jamestown is once again hosting its annual Character in Leadership Conference. The event is scheduled for Thurs., Oct. 8 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Harold Newman Arena, as well as various locations throughout campus. It is free and open to the public.

Director of Character in Leadership, Liz Hunt says, “The 2020 Character in Leadership speaker line-up is slated to address many of the issues facing leaders during this time of uncertainty. No matter our leadership role, the current times call for leadership fueled by empathy, authenticity, and hope. Each speaker brings experience, understanding, and practical advice as a front-line leader.”

Greg Hawks, a Corporate Cultural Specialist and keynote speaker at the conference, will explore how to shape an environment where everyone gets to contribute their best, daily.

Expanding on the keynote speech, Liz Hunt adds, “Mr. Hawks is a power-house of dynamic energy and creative vision for leadership. Attendees will leave with solid leadership practice ideas and a sense of empowerment to meet the daily demands of leading in a complex world.”

Breakout sessions will each cover leadership ideas and experiences related to various professional fields. Breakout speakers include Blaze Culliton, ACE Continuous Improvement Leader at Collins Aerospace; Tonya Perkins, Administrator of the North Dakota State Hospital; and Dr. Laura Lynch Professor and Director of Instrumental Music at University of Jamestown.

In-depth details on breakout session topics, as well as more information on the conference, are available at uj.edu/CILC.

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.

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Police and Fire Departments are hosting the 4th Annual Valley City Battle of the Badges blood drive, scheduled for Tuesday, October 13th and Wednesday, October 14th from 11:30 am to 6:00 pm at Stoudt-Ross Ford Showroom. They are committed to finding at least 188 volunteers to roll up their sleeves and donate blood. Come out and show support for your community’s first responders and vote for Team Fire or Team Law to win.

Volunteers will be reaching out asking healthy donors to make an appointment, walk-ins are welcome too or call Vitalant @ 877-258-4825 to make your appointment today.

Everyone that donates blood will receive a free key chain flashlight sponsored by Stoudt-Ross Ford. All donors are asked to wear a mask or cloth-based face covering while at the blood drive and appointments are highly recommended to expedite the donation process. Every successful donor will also get to see COVID-19 antibody test results in the Wellness tab of their donor profile within two weeks.

Vitalant is the sole blood provider for 68 area hospitals in the Dakotas and Western Minnesota. There is always a need for blood and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community.

Bismarck (NDDOT) All hay bales on North Dakota highway rights of way, must be removed by Sunday, November 1, 2020. Hay bales remaining on rights of way after November 1, will be removed as directed by the NDDOT District Engineer.

The bales need to be removed for snow management and safety reasons. North Dakota Century Code prohibits hay from being placed in the right of way except on the outer edge. Large round bales must not be placed on in-slopes or within 60 feet from the outside edge of the driving lane.

Jamestown (NDFU) The North Dakota Safety Council’s (NDSC) efforts to reduce the amount of ag related injuries and deaths in the state just got a boost from Farmers Union Insurance (FUI) in the form of an ag safety trailer. The trailer will house safety education modules and hands-on activities covering grain dust explosions, chemical and respiratory irritation of the eyes and lungs, equipment handling, ATVs, fall protection, and more.

Lynae Hanson, assistant executive director of NDSC, says, “We’ve wanted to expand our course lineup to include ag safety for many years, considering North Dakota’s population and the hazardous work performed by the ag industry. The trailer will allow us to do just that with hands-on learning that is both memorable and potentially life saving. Even better, we can take the trailer directly into the field to expand learning, rather than farmers and ranchers having to travel to us. Nearly one quarter of North Dakota’s population is employed in the agriculture sector. Of the 35 occupational deaths that occurred in 2018 in the state, 12 were in the agriculture industry, said Hanson. In that same year, 246 injury claims were filed, totaling more than $1.3 million. “Agriculture is an industry we need to reach to fulfill our organization’s mission..

Mark Anderson, chief executive officer of FUI, agrees: “We want to do everything we can to prevent farmers and ranchers from being injured on the job. Awareness of what can happen in the blink of an eye begins with education, which we fully support to prevent the unthinkable.”

Anderson noted that Farmers Union Industries, based in Redwood Falls, Minn., is building the trailer that will be donated to NDSC by FUI.

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ABOUT THE NORTH DAKOTA SAFETY COUNCIL
The North Dakota Safety Council is a private non-profit organization dedicated to preventing injuries and saving lives.

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Police say they’ve arrested a man who was dressed in a gorilla suit and was armed with a machete for threatening neighbors at a Fargo apartment building. Officers were called to the apartment building about 12:30 a.m. Friday on a report of possible gunshots. Authorities say the man was threatening to blow up the building and everyone inside. Police determined he had been setting off artillery-shell size fireworks. Officers negotiated with the man, who they say was heavily intoxicated, for about two hours and eventually convinced him to surrender.

Fargo (CSi) A Statewide Silver Alert is being issued at the request of Fargo Police Department. Robert McKinnon of Fargo, ND is a 80 year old white male.
He is 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs 159 pounds and has grey hair and blue eyes.
His last known whereabouts were on Thursday, October 1, 2020, around 5:30 pm at the 4550 block of 36th Avenue South in Fargo, ND.

Additional information: He was last seen on foot wearing a black baseball hat, black and white checkered shirt and glasses.
He has mobility issues and may not recognize where he is. It is unknown if he has access to a vehicle.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Fargo Police Department at 701-451-7661.

WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) — A Williston man has been sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison in the death of his infant son last year. Tank McMillin was also ordered Thursday to serve 5 years of probation. He’ll get credit for 1 1/2 years he’s already spent behind bars. McMillin earlier pleaded guilty to felony child abuse in April 2019 death of 1-month-old son. The baby was found not breathing under some pillows in a hotel room. The baby had bruising to his abdomen, back, sides, upper buttocks and feet, according to an affidavit of probable cause filed in Northwest District Court. Prosecutors have charged the baby’s mother, Hannah McMillin with murder. She’s jailed pending her trial.

In sports…

Bismarck (NDGF) Legally licensed residents and nonresidents 15 years and younger will be able to hunt pheasants statewide this weekend.

The Stutsman County Wildlife Federation (SCWF) will be sponsoring a youth pheasant hunt on Sunday, October 4 starting at 1-p.m.

The daily limit id three with a possession limit of six. Shooting hours for the youth pheasant season will be 30 minutes before sunrise to sunset. The Stutsman County hunt will be just south of Jamestown.

Those wishing to participate in the youth pheasant hunt with the SCWF, call Ken Anderson at 701-320-3318

Thursday

Volleyball…

Jamestown over Bismarck 3-0

Class B Volleyball

Medina Pingree Buchanan 3, Kidder County 1

Boy’s Tennis…

Consolation semifinals of the East Region Boys Tennis tournament

Fargo South 3 Valley City 2

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Des Lacs-Burlington 52, Garrison-Max 6

NFL-BRONCOS/JETS

Broncos get into win column

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Well, somebody had to avoid a loss.

The Denver Broncos have their first victory following a 37-28 decision over the winless New York Jets at the Meadowlands. Brandon McManus put Denver ahead to stay by drilling a 53-yard field goal with 3:08 remaining following a facemask call that prolonged the drive.

Melvin Gordon put the game out of reach with a 43-yard TD burst on Denver’s next offensive series. Gordon ran for 107 yards and two scores.

Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (RIH’-pehn) had some good moments his first NFL start, completing 19 of 31 passes for 242 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions. He hit rookie Jerry Jeudy for a 48-yard TD and tossed a seven-yarder to Tim Patrick. His two major hiccups were a pair of fourth-quarter picks that led two nine points for the Jets, including an interception return.

Jets QB Sam Darnold ran had a team-high 84 yards on six carries, including a 46-yard TD run to open the scoring. It was the longest touchdown run of the season by an NFL quarterback, but it couldn’t stop New York from dropping to 0-4.

VIRUS OUTBREAK-NFL

Titans in waiting mode after NFL postpones game vs. Steelers

UNDATED (AP) — The Tennessee Titans find themselves back in a waiting mode, hoping the NFL allows them back inside their headquarters by Tuesday. Their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers that was scheduled for Sunday in Nashville is now postponed until later in the season after one additional Titans player and one personnel member tested positive for COVID-19.

The Titans have now had confirmed cases in five players and seven members of the organization over the past five days in the NFL’s first outbreak.

The announcement Thursday morning came a day after the league said it hoped to play the game either Monday or Tuesday. The NFL said a new game date will be announced “shortly.”

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings have reopened their headquarters for team activities. Their resumption of practice followed another morning of zero positive COVID-19 test results four days after playing the Titans. Minnesota plays at Houston on Sunday.

MLB PLAYOFFS

Braves, A’s finally advance

UNDATED (AP) — The Atlanta Braves and Oakland Athletics have ended long postseason droughts, thanks in part to the watered-down, best-of-3 Wild Card Series. The Braves picked up their first postseason series victory since 2001, and the A’s picked up a series win for the first time in 14 years.

Rookie Ian Anderson was sharp in his postseason debut before the Braves completed their second straight shutout of the Reds, 5-0. Anderson struck out nine while holding Cincinnati to two hits over six innings.

Ronald Acuña Jr. had three hits for the NL East champions, including a run-scoring double in the fifth. The Braves eventually broke it open in the eighth with two-run homers by Marcell Ozuna and Adam Duvall.

Reds starting pitchers allowed just one run over 13 innings in the two-game sweep by the Braves, but Cincinnati failed to score in 22 innings.

The A’s were staring at a 3-0 deficit and another opening-round elimination before scoring four times in the fourth inning of a 6-4 victory against the Chicago White Sox in Game 3. Mark Canha (KAN’-ah) and Matt Olson walked with the bases loaded to put the Athletics ahead after Sean Murphy smacked a two-run homer earlier in the fourth. Chad Pinder snapped a 4-4 deadlock with a two-run single in the fifth.

Oakland will take on AL West rival Houston in the Division Series.

The Dodgers also finished up their Wild Card Series.

Clayton Kershaw struck out 13 while allowing three hits over eight innings of the Dodgers’ 3-0 shutout of the Brewers. Kershaw’s strikeouts were a playoff career high and the most by a Dodgers pitcher in the postseason since his mentor Sandy Koufax had 15 in Game 1 of the 1963 World Series against the Yankees.

Each run came in the fifth inning. Austin Barnes broke up the scoreless tie with an RBI single and scored on a two-run double by Mookie Betts, chasing losing pitcher Brandon Woodruff.

Also on the major league wild card schedule:

— The Padres have forced a Game 3 in their NL series by slamming five home runs in an 11-9 comeback over St. Louis. The Cardinals led 6-2 until Fernando Tatis (tah-TEES’) crushed the first of his two home runs, a three-run blast in the sixth inning. Manny Machado went deep one batter later and Wil Myers homered in both the seventh and eighth innings to give the Padres breathing room. Tatis collected five RBIs, Myers drove in four and Tommy Pham provided four of San Diego’s 15 hits.

— Game 2 of the Cubs-Marlins game in Chicago was postponed to Friday due to the threat of rain. Miami took the opener, 5-1 on Wednesday.

NBA-NEWS-RIVERS

76ers pick Rivers to replace Brown

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers have reached an agreement with Doc Rivers to become their head coach. A person with direct knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press that Rivers completed the deal Thursday to become the latest coach to try and lead the franchise to its first NBA championship since 1983.

Rivers takes over for Brett Brown, who was fired after the Sixers were swept in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Rivers was fired about two weeks after the Los Angeles Clippers wasted a 3-1 series lead and lost to Denver in the Western Conference semifinals.

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