– Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Dec. 10

CSi Weather…

TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows around 20. North winds 5 to 10 mph.

.FRIDAY…Cloudy in the morning then clearing. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs in the lower 30s. Northeast winds around 5 mph.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Increasing clouds. Lows 15 to 20. Northeast winds

5 to 10 mph.

.SATURDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 20s. East winds

around 10 mph.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Decreasing clouds. Lows around 15.

.SUNDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 30s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows 10 to 15.

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

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

.TUESDAY…Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 20s.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows 5 to 10 above.

North Dakota health officials on Thursday confirmed 575 new cases of the coronavirus and 23 additional deaths. Officials said 17 of the deaths occurred at least three days prior to the report Thursday, including 15 from November.

ND Covid Stats

Thurs. Dec 10, 2020

11:00-a.m.

Updated Thurs. PM

Barnes County

New Positives: 12

Total Positives: 1166

Active: 85

Recovered: 1062

Stutsman County

NEW DEATHS 4

Woman in her 90s
Woman in her 70s
Woman in her 60s
Man in his 80s

TOTAL DEATHS 63

New Positives: 13

Total Positives: 2825

Active: 152

Recovered: 2611

Totals include both PCR tests and antigen tests combined.

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

Posted on the website

A couple of things to note about the addition of the antigen testing:

The NDDoH is following the guidance from the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) – the independent professional body that determines case definitions for the country. CSTE guidance and the CDC indicate that someone who has a positive antigen test for COVID-19 should be considered a probable case. Probable cases receive the same level of case investigation and follow-up as cases confirmed using a PCR test.
PCR tests and antigen tests are displayed separately on the first page of the dashboard and are broken out into daily and cumulative totals on the second page. For the rest of the graphs and maps, totals include both PCR tests and antigen tests combined.
Antigen tests are not taken into account in the percent positivity. Some testing facilities are not reporting all antigen testing. As a result, we do not know the total number of negatives and total tests completed to be able to calculate a positivity rate.
Positive antigen tests have been added to the totals. The past positive antigen tests and 12 deaths reported yesterday are reflected on the dashboard on the actual day they were resulted. So, the daily new positives reported today are the PCR tests and antigen tests reported from yesterday, as is usually done.

BY THE NUMBERS

9,032 – Total Tests from Yesterday*

1,208,966 – Total tests completed since the pandemic began

575 – Positive Individuals from Yesterday*****

521 – PCR Tests | 54 antigen tests
86,707 – Total positive individuals since the pandemic began

6.28% – Daily Positivity Rate**

4,596 – Total Active Cases

+42 Individuals from Yesterday

493 – Individuals Recovered from Yesterday (423 with a recovery date of yesterday****)

81,008 – Total recovered since the pandemic began

302 – Currently Hospitalized

+18 – Individuals from yesterday

23 – New Deaths*** (1,103 total deaths since the pandemic began)

Please note that due to an extra lag in reporting 17 out of the 23 deaths reported today were outside of the typical 0-3-day lag in reporting (15 were from November).

INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19

Man in his 80s from Burleigh County.
Woman in her 80s from Burleigh County.
Woman in her 80s from Burleigh County.
Woman in her 90s from Burleigh County.
Man in his 80s from Cass County.
Man in his 80s from Cass County.
Man in his 60s from Dickey County.
Woman in her 80s from Grand Forks County.
Man in his 70s from McKenzie County.
Man in his 90s from McLean County.
Man in his 80s from Morton County.
Woman in her 80s from Morton County.
Man in his 80s from Pembina County.
Woman in her 90s from Pierce County.
Woman in her 80s from Pierce County.
Woman in her 40s from Ramsey County.
Woman in her 80s from Renville County.
Woman in her 90s from Stutsman County.
Woman in her 70s from Stutsman County.
Woman in her 60s from Stutsman County.
Man in his 80s from Stutsman County.
Man in his 90s from Traill County.
Man in his 80s from Wells County.

COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED THURSDAY

Adams County – 1
Barnes County – 12
Benson County – 5
Bottineau County – 3
Bowman County – 1
Burke County – 1
Burleigh County – 84
Cass County – 136
Cavalier County – 3
Dickey County – 7
Divide County – 1
Dunn County – 3
Eddy County – 2
Emmons County – 1
Golden Valley County – 2
Grand Forks County – 35
Grant County – 2
Griggs County – 1
Kidder County – 1
LaMoure County – 3
Logan County – 5
McHenry County – 3
McIntosh County – 2
McKenzie County – 9
McLean County – 13
Mercer County – 11
Morton County – 28
Mountrail County – 6
Nelson County – 3
Pembina County – 4
Pierce County – 1
Ramsey County – 10
Ransom County – 4
Richland County – 15
Rolette County – 48
Sargent County – 3
Sheridan County – 2
Sioux County – 6
Slope County – 1
Stark County – 7
Stutsman County – 13
Towner County – 6
Traill County – 12
Walsh County – 5
Ward County – 35
Wells County – 3
Williams County – 16

* Note that this includes PCR tests and does not include individuals from out of state.

**Individuals who tested positive divided by the total number of people tested who have not previously tested positive (susceptible encounters). Antigen tests (positive or negative) are not included in the calculation.

*** Number of individuals who tested positive with a PCR or antigen test and died from any cause while infected with COVID-19. There is a lag in the time deaths are reported to the NDDoH.

**** The actual date individuals are officially out of isolation and no longer contagious.

*****Daily positive numbers include people who tested with a PCR or antigen test. 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.

(CSi) The Barnes County Courthouse and other Barnes County buildings will reopen to the public beginning on Monday, December 14, 2020. The amended Resolution was issued by the Barnes County Commission.

County officials urge the community to remain vigilant about wearing face masks, hand-washing and social distancing while in the courthouse or in other county buildings.

Jamestown (Chamber) The chamber Young Professionals of Jamestown and the Chamber Ambassadors recently recognized Club 1883 as the December Business of the Month Award recipient for their outstanding customer service and continued commitment to the community.

The nomination stated, “The restaurant is linked to a non-profit organization that helps give back to the community. They truly care about the community where they do business and try to make it a better place. They offer gaming, full dining with a wide food menu to choose from, and have the best staff. I think they should be recognized for not just their great service to their customers, but for their service to the community.”

The Young Professionals of Jamestown honor businesses that provide superior customer service, exhibit community spirit and provide a positive economic impact to the community. This award provides recognition throughout the month with a plaque and a recognition banner for the month. Monthly award winners will be considered for the Business of the Year to be awarded in January of 2021. Business of the Month award nomination forms are available at the Chamber office and online at www.jamestownchamber.com . Call 701-252-4830 for more information.

Bismarck (NDHP) The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports that on December 10, around 7:00 AM, a North Dakota Highway Patrol Trooper attempted to stop a vehicle for speeding in Dawson. As the Trooper attempted to approach the vehicle the driver fled north towards I94. The driver proceeded west bound on I94 at speeds around 100MPH. The driver exited I94 at Steele, crossed Hwy 3, and proceeded down the north ditch of the I94 on ramp. The driver went through a fence on the north edge of the right of way. The driver proceeded west on the gravel frontage road. Approximately two miles west of Steele the driver attempted to drive into a field on the north side of the roadway. When going through the fence the driver struck a rock pile. The vehicle vaulted over the rock pile and was disabled. The driver fled on foot, but was arrested a short distance from the vehicle.

The driver was identified as 29 year old John Lindler of Bismarck. He was unrestrained and suffered nondisabling injuries from the incident. Lindler is being charged with driving under the influence, driving under suspension, fleeing a police officer, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, and drug offenses.

Update:

Authorities say the body of a woman, the subject of a search in the Sheyenne River at West Fargo was recovered about 3-p.m., on Thursday.

The search restarted about 9-a.m., Thursday, with search dogs and divers.

Previously…

WEST FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The search is resuming for a woman who authorities say apparently drowned in the Sheyenne River in West Fargo. Firefighters and police responded to the river late Wednesday afternoon on a report of a woman who had entered the water. Firefighters and the Valley Water Rescue team searched the river and its banks. Drones from the Southeast Regional UAS team and search dogs were also used but were not successful in finding the victim. Officials say the current in that part of the river is strong and that it’s unusual at this time of year that the river is not frozen over.

Bismarck (NDHP) The North Dakota Highway Patrol is now publishing a monthly activities report. The report is designed to inform the public about the department’s mission to keep North Dakota safe and secure. Troopers work to keep the citizens of our state safe by performing a variety of activities each month.

The duties of a trooper include enforcing traffic laws, inspecting commercial motor vehicles, investigating crashes, apprehending criminals, and educating the public at outreach events. At times troopers must deal with high risk situations such as pursuits and use of force incidents. The highway patrol wants to keep North Dakota citizens informed about the types of incidents troopers handle on a monthly basis.

The report will include information such as the number of crashes investigated, traffic stops conducted, Vision Zero and commercial motor vehicle enforcement activities completed, use of force incidents, pursuits, and criminal arrests. A list of activities and an explanation of each category will be provided to help individuals understand the purpose of the highway patrol’s involvement. The highway patrol hopes the public will find this information useful. A link to the monthly activity report, along with the category descriptions, can be found on the main page of the North Dakota Highway Patrol’s website at www.nd.gov/ndhp. Each month the patrol will announce the publication of the previous month’s activities on its social media sites and provide a link to the most recent report.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The North Dakota Senate’s top budget writer is among several people who have tested positive for COVID-19 following the Legislature’s three-day organizational session at the state Capitol last week. Grand Forks Republican Sen. Ray Holmberg confirmed his diagnosis to the Bismarck Tribune on Thursday. Three employees of the Legislature’s 32-person nonpartisan research agency also have tested positive. North Dakota health officials on Thursday confirmed 575 new cases of the coronavirus and 23 additional deaths. Officials said 17 of the deaths occurred at least three days prior to the report Thursday, including 15 from November.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Republican Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem says the state incurred no cost in joining a lawsuit seeking to overturn the outcome of the presidential election. North Dakota and 16 other states won by President Donald Trump in November joined Texas in urging the court to take on the lawsuit that challenges election results in four battleground states won by President-elect Joe Biden. Stenehjem said “it’s normal” for a state to not be charged for signing on to a so-called amicus brief. Stenehjem said the case should be settled by the U.S. Supreme Court.

In world and national news…

MISSION, Kan. (AP) — As officials met to discuss approval of a COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday, the numbers grew ever more stunning. The U.S. recorded 3,124 deaths Wednesday, the highest one-day total yet, according to Johns Hopkins University, and more than the 2,500 Americans who died on D-Day in World War II. Up until last week, the peak was 2,603 deaths on April 15, when New York City was the epicenter of the nation’s outbreak. More than 106,000 people were hospitalized — also a record total.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government’s deficit in the first two months of the budget year ran 25.1% higher than the same period a year ago, as spending to deal with the COVID pandemic soared while tax revenues fell. The Treasury Department reported Thursday that with two months gone in the budget year, the deficit totaled $429.3 billion, up from $343.3 billion in last year’s October-November period. The deficit — the shortfall between what the government collects in taxes and what it spends — reflected an 8.9% jump in outlays and a 2.9% decline in tax revenues.

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s top negotiator on COVID-19 relief says there’s headway on a $900 billion-plus plan. And Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is citing similarities between the latest administration offer and an emerging measure from a bipartisan group of senators. But a one-week extension of a potential government shutdown appears to have sapped some urgency from the talks. Both House and Senate leaders say they won’t adjourn Congress without passing an aid measure. The aid is linked to a government-wide funding bill and the expected one-week extension for that bill is extended to end Dec. 18.

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare break with President Donald Trump, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is urging passage of a wide-ranging defense policy bill that Trump has threatened to veto. The Kentucky Republican says it is important for Congress to continue a nearly 60-year streak of passing the National Defense Authorization Act. The bill affirms 3% pay raises for U.S. troops and authorizes billions in military programs and construction. The Democratic-led House passed the bill on Tuesday. A vote in the Republican-led Senate is expected Thursday or Friday.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two American bomber aircraft have flown over a swath of the Middle East, sending what U.S. officials call a message of deterrence to Iran. The flight of the B-52H Stratofortress bombers over the region Thursday was the second such mission in less than a month. It was designed to underscore America’s commitment to the Middle East despite troop withdrawals from Iraq and Afghanistan. U.S. officials also are worried about a possible Iranian retaliatory strike on the anniversary of the U.S. airstrike that killed Iran’s top general near Baghdad’s airport last January. Adversaries often deem them a provocative show of force.