CSi Weather…

…WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ FRIDAY EVENING TO NOON CST /11 AM MST/ TUESDAY…

* WHAT…Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as
40 below zero.

* WHERE…Much of western, central, and southeastern North Dakota.
This includes the Tribal Lands of the MHA Nation.. Portions of central, north central, northwest and west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota.

* IMPACTS…The dangerously cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The coldest wind chills will come at night
and in the morning hours Friday night through Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Forecast

.TONIGHT…Increasing clouds. Lows around 10 below. Northwest

winds around 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph. Patchy blowing and drifting snow in the evening. Wind chills around 30 below.

 

SATURDAY…Mostly sunny. Numerous flurries in the morning.

Patchy blowing and drifting snow through the day. Highs around

5 below. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph. Wind chills around

35 below.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows around 20 below. Northwest

winds around 10 mph.

.SUNDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs around 5 below. Northwest winds

5 to 10 mph.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Decreasing clouds. Lows around 20 below.

.MONDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs around 5 below.

.MONDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows around 15 below.

.TUESDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs near zero.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows around 10 below.

.WEDNESDAY…Partly sunny. Highs near zero.

 

COVID-19 Stats.

NDDoH

Fri. Feb. 5,  2021

11-a.m.

Barnes:

New Positives o

Total Positives 1280

Active 2

Recovered 1242

 

Stutsman

NEW DEATH 1

Woman in her 80s

Total Deaths 77

Positives 1

Total Positives 3253

Active 20

Recovered 3154

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

 

Please note that from now on the daily news release will be sent Monday – Friday. The NDDoH dashboard will continue to be updated daily.

BY THE NUMBERS

81,289 – Residents who received at least one dose of vaccine

126,166 – Total COVID-19 vaccine doses administered

 

6,770 – Total Tests from yesterday*

1,552,577 – Total tests completed since the pandemic began

91 – Positive Individuals from yesterday*****

58 PCR Tests | 33 Antigen Tests
98,095 Total positive individuals since the pandemic began

1.74% – Daily Positivity Rate** 

 

892 – Total Active Cases

-29 Individuals from yesterday

114 – with a recovery date of yesterday****

95,777 Total recovered since the pandemic began

33 – Currently Hospitalized   

-4 Individuals from yesterday 

 

4 – New Deaths*** (1,426 total deaths since the pandemic began)

INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19

  • Woman in her 80s from Cavalier County.
  • Man in his 80s from Grand Forks County.
  • Man in his 70s from Nelson County.
  • Woman in her 80s from Stutsman County.   

COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED FRIDAY

  • Adams County – 2
  • Bottineau County – 2
  • Bowman County – 1
  • Burke County – 2
  • Burleigh County – 20
  • Cass County – 8
  • Eddy County – 1 
  • Grand Forks County – 9
  • McHenry County – 2
  • McKenzie County – 2
  • McLean County – 1
  • Mercer County – 1
  • Morton County – 10
  • Pembina County – 2
  • Ramsey County – 1
  • Ransom County – 2
  • Richland County – 1
  • Stark County – 2
  • Stutsman County – 1
  • TraillCounty – 3  
  • Walsh County – 1
  • WardCounty – 13 
  • Williams County – 4

 

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

**Individuals (PCR or antigen) 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 with a PCR or antigen test and died from any cause while infected with COVID-19. Please remember that deaths are reported as they’re reported to us by the facility or through the official death record (up to 10-day delay). 

**** 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.

 

UPDATE

Jamestown  (JPD)  Jamestown Police investigated a three vehicle accident that occurred Thursday afternoon about 4:35- p.m. at the intersection of 12th Avenue and 13th Street, Northeast.

Assistant Police Chief Major Justin Blinsky says, a 2013 Ford Edge, operated by 30 year old Jenna Newman was eastbound on 13th Street Northeast.

A 2000 Chevy Malibu driven by 41 year old Philippus Holtzhausen of Jamestown was heading west on 13th Street Northeast, in the process of turning left to go south on 12th Avenue, Northeast.

At the same time, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, was stopped at the stop sign facing north at 12th Avenue Northeast, operated by 42 year old Travis Yunck of Jamestown.

The Malibu failed to yield while turning left causing it be struck by the Edge, on the passenger side, with the impact forcing the Malibu into the Hyundai.

Holtzhausen was extricated from the Malibu by the Jamestown Rescue Squad.

The operator of the Edge, and Malibu were taken to JRMC with non-life threatening injuries by Jamestown Area Ambulance Service.

Holtzhausen was cited for failing to yield while making a left turn.

The accident remains under investigation by Jamestown Police, assisted at the scene by Jamestown Rescue  and Jamestown Area Ambulance Service.

 

Update

Valley City  (Chamber)  The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Valley City and VCBC Development Corporation, is hosting “For the Love of Local”. “For the Love of Local” is an initiative created with the intention of supporting local businesses in a way that also benefits the people of Valley City and surrounding areas.

On Friday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, the Chamber’s Event Coordinator, Tracey Compson said, beginning February 6th, 2021 from 9-a.m. to 2-p.m. Then through April 30th (or until city contributed funds run out), you will be able to purchase Chamber Bucks and for every dollar you spend, you will be given 25% in addition to the amount you purchase. Chamber Bucks can be used just like a check at all local businesses* from February 6th until April 30th.

Additional dates and times,  Tuesday February until 7-p.m., February 11 till 7-p.m. Saturday February 13.

After April 30th, Chamber Bucks are valid at Chamber Member businesses only. If you use your Chamber Bucks before April 30th, you may also receive special offers at participating businesses as listed on the Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce website. This listing of participating businesses is on the Chamber’s web site.

Chamber Bucks can be purchased at the Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce, located inside the Rosebud Visitor Center. The minimum purchase is $50, and the maximum is $500 per person. Cash purchases, only. The 25% addition means that for $100 of Chamber Bucks purchased you receive an additional $25, totaling $125 – this is additional money that you can spend at local businesses! This initiative has been created with the intent of bolstering the local economy to keep our community strong- the Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce website has more details about terms, conditions, and special offers regarding the use of Chamber Bucks.

This program is going to help boost our economy and give our community strength to be the best it can be. The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce appreciates your loyalty and participation in Chamber programs. Thank you for supporting our local business community- we hope to see you spending your Chamber Bucks soon!

*Select terms and conditions apply, please see website for details.

Jamestown  (CSi)  Now that the cold weather is here, keep your pets safe.

On Friday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2 James River Humane Society’s Jay Nitschke said limit your pet’s outdoor time, and making sure its paws don’t freeze, and keep them from eating snow that may be contaminated with ice melt chemicals, that may also do harm to their paws.

The shelter’s fundraiser of selling kuchen continues, with orders being taken for a selection of flavors now, through March 10.  Call the shelter for more information at 252-0747, or go to the web site, jamesriverhumansociety.org

She added that this month veteranaries have discounts on your pets spaying or neutering procedures, and to contact your vet for dates, and discounts.

Jay pointed out that shelter officials have recently done a walk through of the facility, and have established a priority list for future improvements.

She highlighted three cats available for adoption, Tommy Lee a male orange tabby, Bernie a male black and white, and Bubbles a male cat, each very young.

With dogs, she highlighted  Ace, a male black Lab, Marverick a Husky-Sheppard mix, and Lottie a smaller dog.

Jay added that anyone wishes to donate open bags of dog food to bring it to Simply Home in Jamestown for distribution during the pandemic, for safe protocols.

The James River Humane Society

Click the link below for advice and tips from the Humane Society

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/protect_pets_winter.html

 

Bismarck  (CSi) The North Dakota Department of Commerce Friday announced that the Hospitality Economic Resiliency Grant (HERG) application window is now open and restaurants that have not previously applied for the grant are highly encouraged to apply through Feb. 25.

 

“North Dakota has 3,400 restaurant and bar licenses throughout the state,” Commerce Interim Commissioner Shawn Kessel said. “So far, we have  awarded 960 grants to restaurants and bars. This means many businesses have the opportunity to apply. We want all eligible to participate in this grant designed to strengthen our communities.”

 

Kessel added that Commerce has $30 million HERG dollars available to assist remaining eligible businesses that lost revenue due to COVID-19.

 

Due to the continuing need of assistance, Commerce created the HERG to focus on reimbursing hospitality businesses that were directly impacted by Executive Order 2020-06. This includes all restaurants, bars, breweries, cafes and similar on-site dining establishments.

 

Eligible entities also include theaters, drama, music and entertainment venues and professional production companies that support major venues, meetings and events.

Hotels with restaurants, bars, coffee shops and/or banquet/meeting spaces may apply for a grant using the operational expenses from those specific operations. Receipts must clearly show this connection such as dedicated staffing..

Funds must be used to reimburse eligible entities for costs in operations, like payroll, rent and utilities. Eligible expenses must have been incurred on or after March 27, 2020, and no later than date of application.

Recipients of the first round of the HERG may be eligible for round two funds if the recipient received less than the full eligible amount. In this case, the recipient may be eligible for the difference between the two rounds, up the maximum distribution allowed per grant. Different expenses from round one reimbursements must be submitted to receive round two funds.

Applicants may receive up to $25,000 and eligible entities with multiple locations may receive up to $75,000. A max of $25,000 will be allowed per location. Grant recipients are required to comply with ND Smart Restart protocols.

Applications will be processed as they are received. Funding will be approved if the application meets all criteria and funding is available. Additional information is available at  https://belegendary.link/HERG

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Supporters of a change in the makeup of the state board that oversees land and minerals in North Dakota want an agricultural commissioner on the panel. Lawmakers are considering several pieces of legislation that would remove the state treasurer from the Board of University and School Lands and replace the seat with an agricultural representative. The board currently includes the governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state superintendent and state treasurer. The proposal comes after ranchers became frustrated with leasing auctions that moved online because of the coronavirus pandemic and felt the move was made without any agricultural input.

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A proposal to reimburse North Dakota lawmakers for meals beyond their per diem payments could languish in a longer-term study of overall expense reimbursements. Republican Rep. Keith Kempenich introduced a bill in committee Thursday that would reimburse state lawmakers from outside Bismarck for meals on days when they’re in session. A legislative estimate indicates it would cost taxpayers about $424,000. The House Government and Veterans Affairs Committee rejected that proposal, but voted in favor of an amendment Kempenich offered that the would set up a two-year study of lawmakers’ pay and expense reimbursements. The bill now goes to the House for a vote.

In world and national news…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon will deploy more than 1,100 troops to five vaccination centers in what will be the first wave of increased military support for the White House campaign to get more Americans vaccinated against COVID-19. President Joe Biden has called for setting up 100 mass vaccination centers around the country within a month. Two of the five new military teams will go to vaccination centers opening in California. Coronavirus senior adviser Andy Slavitt says military personnel will arrive at those centers in a little over a week. Three additional centers are expected to be announced soon.

 

NEW YORK (AP) — Yankee Stadium is open as a COVID-19 vaccination site and is drawing lines of people from surrounding neighborhoods in the Bronx. The megasite is being restricted to Bronx residents as a way to boost vaccination rates in the New York City borough that has the highest percentage of positive coronavirus test results. The Yankees’ home opened for appointments for qualified residents early Friday under damp skies. The site run jointly by the city and state will be able to handle 15,000 people during its first week. It will be open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The NFL is telling the federal government it will make the remaining of the league’s 30 stadiums available as COVID-19 vaccination sites. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is making the offer to President Joe Biden in a letter obtained by The Associated Press. There are already seven NFL stadiums serving as vaccine sites. They are in Arizona, Atlanta, Baltimore, Carolina, Houston, Miami and New England. Goodell says stadiums should be able to get prepared quickly because of previous offers as virus testing centers and election sites.

 

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell says the city’s bars will be closed throughout the Mardi Gras weekend to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Cantrell’s Friday announcement means New Orleans’ famous drinking establishments will have to be closed during what is ordinarily among their busiest times. The city’s famous parades have already been cancelled. Cantrell also announced planned restrictions on pedestrian and automobile traffic on Bourbon Street and other streets in the French Quarter that are usually bustling with shoulder-to-shoulder crowds during the Mardi Gras weekend. The bar shutdown begins next Friday and runs through Mardi Gras — also known as Fat Tuesday — on Feb. 16.

 

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is heading home to Delaware on Friday to spend the weekend with his wife and family, his first out-of-town trip since taking office. The visit comes even as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that Americans forgo travel because of the coronavirus pandemic. But White House officials note that the trip by Biden, who will be making his first flight on Air Force One as president, is far less risky than the sort of commercial travel that Americans are being asked to avoid. The current CDC guidance recommends that “you do not travel at this time.”

 

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has lashed out at “morons” in both parties who voted to kick her off her committees. Her remark Friday came a day after the House meted out the unprecedented punishment that Democrats said she’d earned by spreading hateful and violent conspiracy theories. All but 11 Republicans voted against the Democratic move on Thursday but none rose to defend her lengthy history of outrageous social media posts. That underscored the political vise that Greene’s inflammatory commentary has clamped her party into. Greene says not being on committees will give her more time to talk to people around the country.