Wayne Byers Show – Morning – Nov. 16

 

CSi Weather…

Forecast…

.REST OF TODAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 40s. Southwest

winds around 10 mph with gusts to around 30 mph increasing to

west 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 40 mph in the afternoon.

 

.TONIGHT…Mostly clear. Windy. Lows in the mid 20s. West winds

15 to 25 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph after midnight.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly cloudy. Windy. Highs around 30. West winds

25 to 30 mph. Gusts up to 45 mph increasing to 55 mph in the

afternoon.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Decreasing clouds. Lows 15 to 20. Northwest

winds 15 to 25 mph.

.THURSDAY…Sunny. Highs in the upper 20s. West winds 5 to

15 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows 15 to 20.

.FRIDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Decreasing clouds. Lows in the lower 20s.

.SATURDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Increasing clouds. Lows 15 to 20.

.SUNDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs around 30.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Increasing clouds. Lows around 10.

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

 

 

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:

COVID-19 Stats

Mon. Nov. 15, 2021

10:30 -a.m.

Barnes

 

New Positives:  0

Total Positives: 1964

Active: 35

Recovered:  1888

Breakthrough Incidents Per 10K Fully Vaccinated Individuals: 271

 

Stutsman

New Positives: 3

Total Positives: 4629

Active: 76

Recovered: 4457

Breakthrough Incidence Per 10K Fully Vaccinated Individuals: 271

 

North Dakota

New COVID-19 Cases

REPORTED MONDAY, NOV. 15: 190

ACTIVE CASES: 3,006

DAILY POSITIVITY RATE: 15.3%

TOTAL KNOWN CASES THROUGHOUT PANDEMIC: 155,340

TOTAL RECOVERED THROUGHOUT PANDEMIC: 150,519

The state’s 14-day rolling average positivity rate was 7.2% as of Monday, Nov. 12.

ND Hospitalizations

ACTIVE HOSPITALIZATIONS: 163

DEATHS

SINCE FRIDAY, NOV. 12: 11

TOTAL DEATHS: 1,815

 

 

Jamestown  (CVHD)  Central Valley Health District reminds residents that COVID testing is  on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, at the Jamestown Civic Center, Exchequor Room, from 11-a.m. to 1-pm

Call CVHD at 701-252-8130 to register.

 

 

 

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown Public School Board Monday, Received updates on facility projects from Superintendent Dr. Robert Lech, from the  Facility Committee.

Consolidated Construction’s Mike Barsness reported to the committee regarding the design time line.

The Capital Projects Plan, includes  health and wellness addition and possible  re-roofing at the High School.

Othrt items may include Middle School,HVAC and window replacement  and full HVAC replacement at Gussner Elementary School.

Dr. Lech said the process has started for a two year calendar planning, to be brought  to the December School Board meeting.

 

 

 

 

 

Valley City  (CSi)  Meeting in Special Session, Monday, the Valley City Public School board discussed the future of the school district, regarding the recent survey concerning   school facilities, and a possible referendum.

Last evening School Board member Darin Anderson indicted that before deciding on holding a referendum, or other funding options, a number of questions need to addressed.

One question is what to do with empty school buildings, if VCPS  moves forward with building a new structure.

Superintendent Johnson said anyone who wants to provide additional input or comment about the school districts proposed plans or options concerning their facilities should call the district office at 701-845-0483 or email Superintendent Josh Johnson at josh.johnson@k12.nd.us

The Valley City School Board will address those issues at the next meeting, on  December 15.

The Valley City Public School District recently conducted a community survey to determine  which direction the public wanted the school district to pursue following their “Exploring the Future of School Facilities” presentation.

 

 

 

This year, The Next No Excuses women’s health screening is set for:

• Tuesday, Nov. 16 from noon to 6 p.m.

For more information on No Excuses, visit https://jrmcnd.com/no-excuses/. Appointments can be made online or over the phone. To schedule a mammogram for any other day, call JRMC Mammography at (701) 952-4852.

No Excuses reduces barriers to care, including insurance coverage, transportation or appointment times during the regular business day. The goal of No Excuses is to increase the number of area women who receive regular Pap smear test screenings and 3D mammograms.

Central Valley Health and Jamestown Regional Medical Center created No Excuses in 2015. Since then, more than 100 women have received 3D mammograms and preventative services they otherwise wouldn’t have. At any given time, more than 1,300 Stutsman County women are not up to date on their screenings.

No Excuses is only possible because of the community’s generosity, said JRMC Foundation Director Lisa Jackson. In 14 years, the hundreds of Running of the Pink participants have raised more than $165,000 for this cause. R.M. Stoudt Inc. organizes the walk/run each year.

 

 

 

Valley City  (11-15-21)  Here’s the latest message to VC Residents from Mayor Dave Carlsrud.

Hi Everybody,

Last weekend provided a quick change in our driving conditions. It took me a bit to re-educate myself to the feel of slippery roads. Please slow down and be safe.

Last week it was my pleasure to attend the Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) Fall Member Meeting with three of our city employees. There was a plethora of informative topics presented; from strategic planning, membership services to legislative updates, financial reports and the very critical cyber-security protection for the infrastructure. In addition, there was time for networking with MRES Employees, other community representatives and some visiting among our group.

Garbage Cans: With the summer we had there was rarely an accumulation of rain in our garbage cans. Now with the fall rains it happens more frequently. If it is happening to you, try drilling four or five quarter-inch holes in the bottom.

There are some break-through COVID cases throughout the country and North Dakota. That said the unvaccinated comprise a very high percentage of hospitalized COVID patients and deaths. * Think about protecting your family, friends and co-workers; please get vaccinated.

Addiction: If you or someone you know is struggling, get help. It is helping me.

The local Salvation Army Kettle Campaign begins Tuesday November 23^rd. To be assured your donation is credited locally, give at the kettles.  “Ring the Bell”, sign up with Lenora at 701-840-1357 or Naomi at 701-541-1418.

Thank you to contributors again this week.

“A child who is allowed to be disrespectful to his/her parents will not have respect for anyone.”                                                       (Billy Graham)                         

Blessings, Respect Others, Be Kind and Pray,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

 

 

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown Salvation Army Christmas goal this year is $167,000.

Major Judy Lowder says all donations stay local assisting the Salvation Army with their services year round.

Bell ringers will be out at kettle locations, beginning November 16 through the end of the year. Virtual kettle opportunities will also be available.

Sign up to volunteer at registertoring.com or call 701-252-0290 or 701-269-3930. E-mail Judy.Lowder@usc.SalvationArmy.org.

 

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)   — As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families and children are expressing gratitude by giving back to children in need around the world. For those who are including Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts as part of their holiday, more than 4,000 drop-off sites are now open.

Shoebox gifts prepared by generous donors and filled with toys, hygiene items, and school supplies may be dropped off now during National Collection Week, Nov. 15 – 22.

How to Pack a Shoebox webpage.

Jamestown, ND – Temple Baptist Church

1200 12th Avenue NE Jamestown, ND 58401-3541

Mon, Nov. 15: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tue, Nov. 16: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wed, Nov. 17: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thu, Nov. 18: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Fri, Nov. 19: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sat, Nov. 20: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sun, Nov. 21: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Mon, Nov. 22: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The North Dakota State Hospital is hosting its first ever memorial service on Tuesday, Nov. 16, at noon to honor and remember individuals who are buried in the hospital’s cemetery.

Community members are invited to attend.

The outdoor service will be led by Father Joe Barret in the cemetery, which is located about a half mile south of the hospital grounds off of 37th Street. Southeast, in rural Stutsman County. The service is expected to last about 30 to 40 minutes.

Hospital officials expect this memorial service to be a yearly event.

The state hospital’s original one-acre cemetery was established in 1886, one year after the hospital opened. The cemetery closed in 1899 when a nearby 50-acre cemetery opened that now has about 2,000 gravestones.

 

Update

Bismarck  (Nov. 16, 2021) – Gov. Doug Burgum Tuesday thanked Tax Commissioner Ryan Rauschenberger for his service to the State of North Dakota after Rauschenberger notified the governor of his intention to resign his position effective Jan. 3, 2022.

Burgum said, “We are deeply grateful to Ryan for his dedicated and effective service to the citizens of North Dakota for more than 13 years, and the First Lady and I applaud him for having the courage to take the steps necessary to prioritize his recovery, health and well-being,.”

As required by North Dakota law, Burgum will appoint a tax commissioner to serve the remainder of Rauschenberger’s term, which expires at the end of 2022.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Authorities say North Dakota Tax Commissioner Ryan Rauschenberger was jailed after Bismarck police responded to a disturbance at a local hotel and found that Rauschenberger was too drunk to take care of himself. Police say the 38-year-old Rauschenberger, who has a history of alcohol problems, was waiting to check into a clean room when he entered a room that wasn’t cleaned, shut the door and refused to answer cleaning staff. A police report says officers found him “passed out, face down on the bed.” Rauschenberger, a Republican, has been tax commissioner for the past seven years. He did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment.

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A Bismarck man accused of physically abusing his infant son has pleaded not guilty to felony charges. Twenty-two-year-old Jaydenle Bushard waived his right to a preliminary hearing in court Monday and entered the pleas to three counts of felony child abuse. Last month Bismarck police responded to a call that the 1-month-old baby was unresponsive. A police affidavit says the child had suffered scratches, bruising on both legs, a bruise on his chin, and bruising on the right and back left portion of his head. Police say Bushard told them he bounced the baby on his leg without supporting the infant’s head, and said the baby hit his head on the wall while being bounced.

 

In sports…

(UJ)  The 23rd ranked University of Jamestown women’s soccer team returns to the NAIA National Championship for the first time since 2005, drawing the #3 seed in the Columbia (Mo.) bracket of the 2021 NAIA national tournament.

Jamestown, 18-1-1 and regular-season GPAC conference champions, will face #2 seed and 13th-ranked Columbia College (17-3) on Thursday in one of two bracket matches. Thursday’s other game has #1 seed Central Methodist (Mo.) (19-1) against #4 seed Bellevue (Neb.) (8-10).

The two winners will meet on Saturday with the bracket champion moving on to Orange Beach, Ala., at the NAIA National Championship final site event. The 38th annual championship takes place at the Orange Beach Sportsplex November 30 – December 6, 2021.

This year’s opening round field includes 28 automatic qualifiers and 12 at-large selections. Automatic berths were given to teams that either won their respective conference tournament title, regular-season championship, or finished runner-up at the conference tournament or regular season as determined by each conference qualification plan. The at-large bids were determined by the NAIA Women’s Soccer National Selection Committee. This committee consists of one representative from each geographical area, a representative from the National Administrative Council, the president of the NAIA-Women’s Soccer Coaches Association, and three at-large members. The committee evaluated teams throughout the year on various criteria.

(UJ) The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has officially announced the teams and Opening Round pairings for the 2021 NAIA Volleyball National Championship. The 48-team event will get underway with 24 National Championship Opening Round Matches at campus locations on Nov. 20.

The University of Jamestown will be making its sixth straight trip to nationals and its ninth overall under head coach Jon Hegerle. Jamestown, 31-0 and ranked number one in the NAIA Coaches’ Top 25 Poll, will host McPherson (Kan.) (16-8) 3 p.m. Saturday at Harold Newman Arena.

The Jimmies received an automatic bid by winning the Great Plains Athletic Conference regular-season championship and also repeated as the conference tournament champions.

McPherson is making its third appearance in the NAIA National Tournament. The Bulldogs qualified as runners up in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference tournament.

The 24 opening-round winners on Nov. 20 will advance to the final site in Sioux City, Iowa on Nov. 30-Dec. 4.

This year’s field includes 36 automatic qualifiers and 12 at-large selections. The automatic berths are determined by regular-season champions or runner-ups, conference tournament title winners or runner-ups, or by conference selection. The remaining at-large bids were determined by the final regular-season Women’s Volleyball Coaches’ Top 25 Poll announced today. Final site pools will be determined on Sunday, Nov. 21, and released by 5 p.m.

 

In world and national news…

KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — Jurors are set to begin deliberating Tuesday at Kyle Rittenhouse’s murder trial after two weeks of testimony in which they were given starkly different portrayals of his actions the night he shot three men on the streets of Kenosha. Prosecutors say Rittenhouse was a “wannabe soldier” who provoked a confrontation, while the defense says he feared for his life and acted in self-defense after being ambushed by a “crazy person.” Eighteen jurors have been hearing the case; the 12 who will decide Rittenhouse’s fate and the six who will be designated alternates will be determined by the drawing of names from a lottery drum. Rittenhouse, then 17, shot two men to death and wounded a third during a tumultuous night of protests against racial injustice in the summer of 2020.

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian officials on Tuesday rejected accusations that they endangered astronauts aboard the International Space Station by conducting a weapons test that created more than 1,500 pieces of space junk. U.S. officials on Monday accused Russia of destroying an old satellite with a missile in what they called a reckless and irresponsible strike. The debris could do major damage to the space station as it is orbiting at 17,500 mph (28,000 kph). Russia’s Defense Ministry on Tuesday confirmed carrying out a test and destroying a defunct satellite, but insisted that “the U.S. knows for certain that the resulting fragments … did not and will not pose a threat to orbital stations, spacecraft and space activities” and called remarks by U.S. officials “hypocritical.”

 

BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s network regulator says it’s suspended its procedure to certify the operator of a new pipeline that would bring Russian gas to the country under the Baltic Sea because of an issue with the company’s status under German law. Construction of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline was completed earlier this year but it’s not yet in operation. It’s a contentious project that Ukraine and the United States have opposed. Russia has said it could quickly boost natural gas supplies once German regulators allow the new pipeline to start operation. It wasn’t immediately clear to what extent Tuesday’s move would delay those plans.

 

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Polish border forces say they were attacked with stones by migrants at the border with Belarus and responded with water cannons. The Border Guard agency posted video on Twitter showing a cannon being directed across the border at a group of migrants in a makeshift camp. Poland’s Defense Ministry said its soldiers and other border forces were attacked with stones and other objects. The ministry also said that Belarusian forces tried to destroy fencing along the countries’ common border. Meanwhile, parliament is expected Tuesday to debate a legislative proposal that would regulate the ability of citizens to move in the area of the border with Belarus after a state of emergency ends at this end of this month.

 

LONDON (AP) — British police have released four men arrested under terrorism laws by detectives investigating a homemade bomb explosion in a Liverpool taxi. Police have named the suspected bomber, who died, as 32-year-old Emad Al Swealmeen, who came to Britain as an asylum-seeker several years ago and had converted to Christianity. Al Swealmeen was killed and a taxi driver injured when a blast ripped through the vehicle outside Liverpool Women’s Hospital on Sunday morning. Police have called the blast a terrorist act, but say they are still working to determine the motive. Four men in their 20s who had been detained under the Terrorism Act were released late Monday. Police said they are “satisfied with the accounts they have provided.”

 

LONDON (AP) — Drugmaker Pfizer Inc. has signed a deal with a U.N.-backed group to allow other manufacturers to make its experimental COVID-19 pill. The move could help make the treatment available to more than half of the world’s population. In a statement on Tuesday, Pfizer said it would grant a license for the antiviral pill to the Medicines Patent Pool. The agreement lets generic drug companies make the pill for use in 95 countries. The deal excludes some large countries with manufacturing capacity. But health officials say the fact that the deal was struck before Pfizer’s pill has been authorized anywhere could help end the pandemic more quickly.