Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Aug 16

CSi Weather…

TONIGHT…Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Areas of smoke through the night. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph. Heat index 90 to 95.

.TUESDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 20 mph. Heat index 95 to 100.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South

winds 15 to 20 mph.

.WEDNESDAY…Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms in the afternoon in the Jamestown area. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds 15 to 20 mph.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of

showers and thunderstorms in the Jamestown area, 20 percent in the Valley City area.  Lows in the mid 60s.

.THURSDAY…Mostly sunny with a 40 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 80s.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Showers and thunderstorms likely. Lows around

60. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.

.FRIDAY…Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 70s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of rain

showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 50s.

.SATURDAY…Mostly sunny with a 30 percent chance of rain showers

and thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 70s.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain

showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 50s.

.SUNDAY…Partly sunny with a 30 percent chance of rain showers

and thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 70s.

Given the extremely dry fuels in many areas, near critical fire
weather conditions are expected for Monday afternoon and early
evening hours. Any fire that does develop has the potential to
quickly spread.

Isolated thunderstorms possible late Monday afternoon into early
Monday evening. Severe weather is not expected, though some storms
could produce small hail and gusty winds.

 

 

Jamestown  (City)  Starting Monday, August 16, the Jamestown City Street Department will begin striping the school crosswalks.

This work will be done during business hours and continue into the evening hours for the next few days until finished. Motorists should use extreme caution in these areas due to fresh paint and limited lane use. Be aware of directional cones and the traffic maintenance crew.

The schedule is contingent upon changing weather conditions.

 

 

Jamestown  (City)  Please be advised that areas included in this years’ #21-41 street maintenance project will be chip-sealed as part of the City’s road maintenance program starting August 18, 20 starting Wednesday, 21, and continuing throughout the week and possibly into the weekend until finished.
Major traffic areas that will be impacted include:
Everything North of 9th St SW; between 5th St NW & 9th St SW
Also from 2nd Ave SW to 8th Ave SW
Where signs are posted, remove vehicles and trailers from roadway during this operation.
Motorists and other traffic should use extreme caution when entering these construction areas and consider alternate routes, if possible.
The above schedule is contingent upon weather conditions.

 

The North Dakota Department of Health dashboard is updated daily by 11 am and includes cases reported through the previous day. The investigations are ongoing and information on the website is likely to change as cases are investigated. The information contained in this dashboard is the most up to date and will be different than previous news releases. This dashboard supersedes information from previous news releases or social media postings.

Check out our other dashboards: The COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard, NDUS Dashboard.COVID- 19 stats:

 

Mon. Aug 16, 2021

11:00- a.m.

Barnes

New Positives:  0

Total Positives:  1446

Active: 5

Recovered: 1408

 

Stutsman

New Positives: 1

Total Positives: 3605

Active: 17

Recovered: 3506

 

 

Jamestown  (CVHD)  Central Valley Health District reminds residents that COVID testing has resumed  (the week of August 16)   on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, at the Jamestown Civic Center, Exchequor Room, from 11-a.m. to noon.

Call CVHD at 701-252-8130 to register.

 

 

 

 

 

Valley City  (Chamber 8-16-21) Valley City Mayor, Dave Carlsrud has issued his latest message to the community.

 

Hello Everyone,

 

“Summer Nights on Central” was held last Thursday and there was a nice crown entertained by “Slamabama”. I hope you all had a good time.

 

There will be another Summer Nights on Central this Thursday with music by “Tripwire”. If you couldn’t be there last week, try to be there this week.

 

On a not-so-happy-note, the “Delta Variant” of COVID is now in North Dakota and Barnes County. Please be aware of how this progresses as it is said to be very contagious. Good news, the Delta Variant has not been as serious for those who are vaccinated. Research indicates the vaccinations are very effective so if you are not vaccinated, please consider getting yours.

 

This came to mind, “Be nice to people for no reason”.

 

A positive of the very dry summer is some of the smaller construction projects are wrapping up and the larger ones seem to be on schedule. Please be safe when driving or walking in construction zones.

 

Do you know we have a very active airport here? With corporate jets, show planes and spray planes, the Barnes County Municipal Airport has activity every day. For more information, see: http://www.barnescountyairport.com/

 

Thank you to contributors again this week.

 

“Good Teams become great ones when the members trust each other and enough to surrender the Me for We.”    (Phil Jackson)

 

Blessings, Be Respectful, Be Kind and Pray,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

 

 

 

The Jamestown Choralaires 2021-2022 is set to begin performing again, after not scheduling performances due to the pandemic.

This 2021  season will begin Wednesday September 8^t at 8:30pm in the Middle School Band room. Anyone interested in joining them is invited.

More information as the date approaches.

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota recorded the most deaths from drug use in a decade last year as the pandemic caused isolation and fentanyl became widely available. The Bismark Tribune reports that the state recorded 118 drug-related deaths in 2020 — a 49% jump from the previous year, according to the Division of Vital Records. Police and drug treatment counselors say social isolation due to the pandemic increased substance abuse problems, while fentanyl, a deadly synthetic opioid, has made overdoses more common. State lawmakers have attempted to address overdose deaths in recent years.

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Bakken Energy and Mitsubishi Power Americas say they are acquiring a synthetic natural gas plant in western North Dakota and plan to redevelop it to produce renewable energy. The deal to purchase the Great Plains Synfuels Plant from Dakota Gasification Co. is expected to be finalized by next April. Terms of the deal have not been disclosed. The plant near Beulah is part of a proposed hub announced in June to produce clean hydrogen, which has a variety of uses including powering vehicles and energy generation. Gov. Doug Burgum has hailed the project a key part of the state’s plan to become carbon neutral by 2030.

 

 

In sports…

 

Valley City  (VCSU)   – The Valley City State University men’s basketball team has added three new student-athletes for the 2021-22 season.

Head coach Ryan Montgomery announced the signing of Duoth Gach, Uhana Ochan and Peyton Zaun. All three have signed letters of intent to continue their basketball and education at Valley City State this fall.

Both Gach and Ochan are from Minnesota and played previously at North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, N.D. Zaun is a Valley City native, completing his Hi-Liner playing career last spring.

The trio will join a deep and talented VCSU roster for the 2021-22 season. The Vikings return all their key players from last year’s squad that went 19-7 and finished second in the North Star Athletic Association standings.

Valley City State is scheduled to open the 2021-22 season on Oct. 26 with a home exhibition game against Minot State University.

Duoth Gach
6’5″ Junior Guard – North Dakota State College of Science – Austin, Minn.

Gach was a two-time Honorable Mention All-American during his two years playing at North Dakota State College of Science. A native of Austin, Minn., Gach was named the Mon-Dak Conference Player of the Year in 2020, averaging 15.4 points per game while shooting 45 percent from 3-point range. He made 190 3-pointers during his two seasons at NDSCS.

“Duoth is a very talented basketball player,” said Montgomery. “He has played at a very high junior college level at NDSCS and his resume speaks for itself. He played in a similar system to ours at Austin High School so he should fit in quickly. Not only is Duoth a good basketball player, I believe he is a good person also. I look forward to coaching him this season.”

Uhana Ochan
6’7″ Junior Forward – Francis Marion University – North Dakota State College of Science – Mankato, Minn.

Uhana joins the Vikings after playing last year at NCAA Division II school Francis Marion University. He averaged four points and four rebounds per game at Francis Marion last season. He previously played at North Dakota State College of Science and is a native of Mankato, Minn.

“We wanted to add some athleticism to our forward position in this class,” said Montgomery. “Uhana supplies that and then some. He is one of the best athletes we have recruited here. He will provide some much-needed depth and rebounding this upcoming season.”

Peyton Zaun
6’3″ Freshman Guard – Valley City High School – Valley City, N.D.

Zaun averaged 17.6 points and three assists per game for the Valley City Hi-Liners last season. The 6-foot-3 guard was named to the EDC All-Conference team as a senior and will continue his basketball career in his hometown at Valley City State.

“Worker. That’s what I have to say about Peyton,” said Montgomery. “I have no doubt he will put in the work. I also believe he loves the game and VCSU Basketball. In terms of his game, he has only scratched the surface. I have watched Peyton since he was young and he has gotten better every year, and we believe this trend will continue at VCSU.”

 

 

Bismarck  (NDGF)  As hunting seasons and other fall activities get underway, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts need to be aware of the daily fire danger index.

Considering this year’s prolonged drought, combined with typical dry, late-summer and early-fall ground conditions, an elevated fire danger index in most counties will likely influence outdoor activities.

Hunters are urged to keep up with the daily rural fire danger index, which is issued by the National Weather Service, to alert the public to conditions that may be conducive to the accidental starting or spread of fires.

In addition, county governments have the authority to adopt penalties for violations of county restrictions related to burning bans. These restrictions apply regardless of the daily fire danger index and remain in place until each county’s commission rescinds the ban.

Hunters should consider bringing along a shovel, fire extinguisher, extra water and heavy fabric for putting out accidental fires. However, individuals who are not trained firefighters should not attempt to fight a fire that is out of control. Instead, contact the nearest rural fire department immediately.

Also, hunters should stay clear of tall vegetation when parking a vehicle.

The fire danger index can change daily depending on temperature, wind and precipitation forecasts. If the index reaches the high, very high or extreme category, open burning is prohibited; off-road travel with a motorized vehicle is prohibited, except for people engaged in a trade, business or occupation where it is required; and smoking is restricted to inside of vehicles, hard surface areas, homes or in approved buildings.

Information on current fire danger indexes is available at NDResponse.gov.

 

Concurrent Season Deer Licenses Available Aug. 18

Hunters can purchase additional, concurrent season deer licenses Aug. 18 at 8 a.m. Central Time by visiting the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website, gf.nd.gov. There is no limit on the number of concurrent season licenses a hunter can purchase.

Concurrent season licenses can be used during the archery season with a bow; the deer gun season with a bow, rifle or muzzleloader; or during the muzzleloader season with a muzzleloader. However, youth under 14 (at the end of the calendar year) will be issued a concurrent season license for archery only.

Hunters with concurrent season licenses are restricted to the type of antlerless deer printed on the license and must stay in the unit to which the license is assigned.

 

Equipment Registration Number Used for Identification

Hunters, trappers and anglers are reminded that an equipment registration number, or the individual’s name, address and telephone number, must be displayed on all equipment requiring identification.

In addition, a new state law requires written permission from the owner of the property, or an individual authorized by the owner, for an individual to install camera/video equipment on private property, and the equipment must be identified.

While on state wildlife management areas, identification is required on items such as ground blinds, tree stands, cameras and traps.

Identification must be attached to cable devices that are set on either private or public land, and on fish houses left unattended on the ice.

Owners can generate an equipment registration number by visiting Buy and Apply at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department website, gf.nd.gov. One registration number will be issued that can be used on all equipment that requires identification.

The equipment registration number does not expire.

 

Youth Outdoor Festival Sept. 2 in Minot

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department, local wildlife clubs and other sponsors will usher youngsters into fall during the annual Youth Outdoor Festival in Minot.

The event is Thursday, Sept. 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Game and Fish Conservation and Outdoors Skills Park on the grounds of the North Dakota State Fair.

Young outdoor enthusiasts will experience a number of outdoor activities that relate to archery, fishing, waterfowl and upland game. Prizes will be awarded.

For more information, contact Game and Fish outreach biologist Greg Gullickson at 701-720-1640.

 

In world and national news…

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden says he stands “squarely behind” his decision for the U.S. to leave Afghanistan. Speaking about the chaotic situation in Kabul, Biden says he faced a choice between following an agreement to withdraw or sending thousands more U.S. troops for a “third decade” of war. Biden spoke Monday after the planned withdrawal of American forces turned deadly at Kabul’s airport as thousands tried to flee following the Taliban’s swift takeover of the country. Biden returned to the White House from the Camp David presidential retreat to deliver his first public remarks on the situation in nearly a week.

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Chaos at the main airport in the Afghan capital has killed at least seven people. That’s according to U.S. officials at the scene in Kabul. Thousands of Afghans rushed onto the tarmac Monday, some so desperate to escape the Taliban capture of their country that they held onto an American military jet as it took off and plunged to their deaths. Witnesses said hundreds of people remained trapped Monday night between American forces trying to push them out of the airport and Taliban forces trying to keep them in. The crowds of people came as the Taliban enforced their rule over the wider capital after a lightning advance across the country.

 

WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. official says one of America’s top military commanders has met face-to-face with senior leaders of the Taliban. The official said Monday that Gen. Frank McKenzie, head of U.S. Central Command, had met with Taliban officials in Qatar to urge them not to interfere with the massive U.S. airport evacuation in Kabul. McKenzie has warned the Taliban officials that the U.S. military would respond forcefully to defend the airport if necessary. The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive talks not yet announced publicly. Sunday’s talks underscore the stunning resurgence of the Taliban, after a weeklong push in which the fundamentalist group captured Afghanistan.

 

(AP)  President Emmanuel Macron promises that France would not abandon Afghans who worked for his country, from translators to kitchen staff, as well as artists, activists and others under threat from the Taliban. Macron said that protecting those who helped France over the years is an “absolute urgency,” adding that two military transport planes, with special forces, were due to arrive in Kabul “in the coming hours.” The exact timing was not immediately clear since the United States temporarily shut down the Kabul airport to civilian and military flights following deadly chaos on the tarmac that left at least seven people dead.

 

(AP) Tropical Depression Grace is drenching Haiti, dumping up to 15 inches of rain on a quake-damaged landscape. That’s sure to bring misery to the thousands of people huddling in fields and searching for survivors. Tropical Storm Fred meanwhile is strengthening as it approaches the U.S. Gulf Coast, with landfall expected Monday afternoon somewhere near Apalachicola, Florida. And a third system is swirling around Bermuda. Rainfall is the main threat from Fred and Grace. It’s enough to close schools and government offices in Florida and Alabama, but such weather can cause devastating flash floods and mudslides in Haiti.

 

New York (AP) — Vaccine mandates are expanding in New York. The state ordered hospital and nursing home workers Monday to get COVID-19 inoculations. And New York City is poised to start requiring them Tuesday for anyone in restaurant dining rooms, gyms, museums and many other leisure venues. The new policies aim to goad people into getting vaccinated. Like the rest of the U.S., New York is confronting a coronavirus wave powered by the highly infectious delta variant of the virus.

 

Stocks indexes are mostly lower in afternoon trading Monday, amid rising coronavirus infections in the U.S. and around the globe, as well as geopolitical concerns in Asia. The S&P 500 index fell less than 0.1%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was flat and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.4%. The Russell 2000 index of small company stocks lost 0.6%. Shares of Tesla fell 4.7% after the U.S. government began investigating the company’s automated driving feature, following a series of collisions with parked vehicles. Oil prices fell and weighed down energy companies.