Wayne Byers Show – Evening – May 5

CSi Weather…

Forecast…

 TONIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS AND SLIGHT
CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS AFTER MIDNIGHT. LOWS IN THE LOWER 50S.
SOUTHEAST WINDS 10 TO 15 MPH. GUSTS UP TO 30 MPH IN THE EVENING.
CHANCE OF PRECIPITATION 50 PERCENT IN THE JAMESTOWN AREA, 70 PERCENT IN THE VALLEY CITY AREA.
.WEDNESDAY… 90 PERCENT CHANCE RAIN SHOWERS AND SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS. HIGHS IN
THE LOWER 70S. SOUTHEAST WINDS 15 TO 20 MPH.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…90 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS AND SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS. LOWS
IN THE MID 50S. SOUTHEAST WINDS 5 TO 15 MPH.
.THURSDAY…RAIN SHOWERS LIKELY AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS IN THE
MORNING…THEN RAIN SHOWERS LIKELY IN THE AFTERNOON. BREEZY.
HIGHS IN THE MID 60S. SOUTHWEST WINDS 5 TO 10 MPH INCREASING TO
NORTHWEST 20 TO 25 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON. CHANCE OF PRECIPITATION
70 PERCENT.
.THURSDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. A 50 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN
SHOWERS IN THE EVENING. COLDER. LOWS IN THE UPPER 30S. NORTHWEST
WINDS 15 TO 20 MPH.
.FRIDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 50S.
.FRIDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. LOWS IN THE MID 30S.
.SATURDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 50S.
.SATURDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN
SHOWERS. LOWS IN THE UPPER 30S.
.SUNDAY…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A 40 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS.
HIGHS IN THE MID 50S.
.SUNDAY NIGHT…CLOUDY WITH A 40 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS.
LOWS IN THE UPPER 30S.
.MONDAY…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS.
HIGHS IN THE UPPER 50S.
.MONDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. LOWS IN THE UPPER 30S.
.TUESDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE LOWER 60S.

 

A WIDESPREAD RAINY PERIOD CONTINUES TO EVOLVE WEDNESDAY THROUGH
THURSDAY NIGHT FOLLOWED BY A BREAK FRIDAY.

THE LATEST RAINFALL TOTALS THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT RANGES FROM 0.50 INCH TO 1.3 INCHES ACROSS WESTERN AND CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA.

AREAS OF FROST ARE POSSIBLE DURING THE OVERNIGHT HOURS FRIDAY
 THROUGH MONDAY.
ANOTHER SYSTEM EDGES CLOSER TO NORTH DAKOTA BY LATE IN THE WEEKEND INTO EARLY NEXT WEEK. THIS PLACES THE HIGHEST CHANCES OF PRECIPITATION ACROSS SOUTHERN NORTH  DAKOTA.

 

Courtenay (CSi) Wimbledon First Responders were called to a farm about three miles East of Courtenay, Sunday evening, at about 5:47 p.m., to the report of an accident involving a chemical cart and planter.

Stutsman County Deputy Jason Falk, says first responders on scene discovered an 80 year-old male who was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities say he died due to apparent injuries sustained from being run over by a chemical cart being pulled behind a planter.

The tractor pulling the planter and car was operated by a 51 year-old male family member.

No foul play is suspected.

No names have been released as the investigation continues.

Assisting at the scene were the North Dakota Highway Patrol, Barnes County Sheriff’s Office, Jamestown Ambulance and Wimbledon First Responders.

 

　

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall. City Commissioner Magnuson was not present.

MAYOR WERKHOVEN READ THE ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION

Arbor Day will be observed on May 2, 2015, as Valley City is a Tree City USA city, recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS INCLUDED:

Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.

Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,291,459.34

Raffle Permit for Barnes County Relay for Life.

Request to Block off Street on Central Avenue N, from 3rd Street to 9th Street for the Soapbox Derby on June 5, 6, and 7th.

PUBLIC FORUM –

Gary Schlagel suggested using FEMA lots for the pollinator location.

Commissioner Luke said adjacent to the east side retention pond is the initial location.

ORDINANCES

Approved a second and final reading of an Ordinance recodifying the Zoning Ordinance.

Approved first reading of an Ordinance ordinance accepting the South Valley Addition plat.

NEW BUSINESS

A Public Hearing was held, regarding Special Assessments confirmed by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement Districts No. 104 and 106. Auditor Richter said a prior public hearing was held and the special assessment was approved by the City Commission at 3.6% over 15 years, as Recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for the district.

City Commissioners then approved a request to transfer funds to close 2013-14 Safe Routes to School project account.

Commissioners approved the vinyl tile in the halls at the new armory: Total quote material and labor ; (4″ cove base): $7,289.25 (2 1/2″ base ) : $7,259.25

Approved the renewal of Site Authorizations for the Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 to be at The Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192, Main Street Off Sale LLC Tavern 94, My Bar Valley City LLC, and Hi-Liner Hospitality LLC (City Lights) and The Labor Club.

Approved an Amendment to Engineer-Owner Agreement, Amendment 1, with KLJ for Paving Improvement District #109 and Sanitary Sewer Improvement District #61.

Considered a forestry contract with Willis Wagar for the 2015 summer season. City Administrator Schelkoph, noted that City Forester, Dave Dunham has retired.

The City Commission approved the hiring of Wagar.

The City Commission reviewed the 2014 Annual Police Department report presented Police Chief Thompson. He noted the new reporting system is working out, with some information still needed from dispatch. He said the newly hired officer is currently in training.

Considered Precision Concrete Cutting for the 2015 sidewalk repair in the NW part of the city. City Administrator Schelkoph said following an inspection a report was issued indicating about 1,652 areas in that quadrant that needs to be repaired and or cut to comply with the Americans with Disabilities act. He asked the Commission to advertise for bids. He noted this firm is qualified to perform the work with estimates that would save the city about 21% of the overall costs.

The Commissioners voted to advertise for bids.

Considered a Cost Share Agreement between the ND State Water Commission and the City of Valley City for Permanent Flood Protection Project.

KLJ along with city officials and the State Water Commissioner reviewed utility placement beneath dikes, which was clarified in the new language.

The request is being reviewed by the State Water Commission, pending certification.

The City Commission voted to approve the agreement including the new language.

Considered replacing the Water Main on 3rd Avenue NE between 5th and 3rd Street. Near the Fiath Lutheran Church, new construction, in conjunction with water service there.

The Commissioners voted to approved the project at $110,000, to be Special Assessed.

Approved a Special Alcohol Beverage Event permit for VC Developers to serve liquor at the MBBA Bull Ride on May 9th, 7:00 p.m. at the Winter Show.

Approved the Park Board Award Alternate #5 of the Valley City Wellness & Physical Education Facility in the amount of $89,470.

CITY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT

David Schelkoph said AMI data will be utilized to improve water usage in the city.

New LED lights have be installed at the Katheryn Interchange, adding power consumption has been significantly reduced. More LED lights will be budgeted.

New mosquito spraying equipment has been purchased that will adjust the amount of chemical used in relation to the speed of the towing unit.

Next week is clean up week in Valley City, he noted items not being picked up.

He added that yard waste grass clippings should be brought to the proper disposal sites.

CITY UPDATE & COMMISSION REPORTS

A reminder that all cats in the City must be licensed.

Fire Chief Retterath said sirens are being test regularly during the summer months. He noted one siren failed the test, and is being repaired.

Police Chief Thompson said the new Tahoe vehicle has been purchased, and new cameras are being stalled in police units.

KLJ gave updates on the storm sewer project and areas affected. Viking Drive will reopen for the May 16th VCSU graduation.

Commission Nielson will be attending a meeting with the governor, concerning how much water will be released by Devils Lake.

Commissioner Luke pointed out that the water quality being released is well above the base line, for sulfates, and increased water released from Devils Lake will increase the poor water quality within Lake Ashtabula and the Sheyenne River..

Mayor Werkhoven noted the lack of motorist using directional signals. Chief Thompson added that citations are being handed out regularly for ‘distracted driving.’

The meeting was shown live on CSi 68 followed by replays.

 

Jamestown (CSi) The University of Jamestown will be presenting degrees to graduating seniors during the 109th Annual Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9th.

Bart Holaday, a member of the University’s Board of Trustees, will be delivering the Commencement address. Mr. Holaday holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in politics, philosophy, and economics from Oxford University.

Speakers representing the Class of 2015 will be Kaitlyn Bollingberg, Grand Forks and James Rommelfanger, Titon Falls, N.J. and Dr. Mark Joy, Professor and History Department Chairman, will deliver the Baccalaureate address.

The ceremony will be held at 2:30 P.M. Baccalaureate will be held at 10:30 A.M. at the Civic Center.

 

 BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A federal jury in North Dakota is deciding the fate of a man accused in a Jamaican lottery scam that authorities say cost victims around the country millions of dollars.
 
     Attorneys Tuesday morning gave closing arguments in U.S. District Court in Bismarck in the case of 25-year-old Sanjay Williams, of Montego Bay, Jamaica, after about a week of testimony. He’s charged with conspiracy, wire fraud and money laundering.
 
     Authorities say the scam bilked mostly elderly and vulnerable citizens out of their savings.
 
     Defense attorney Charlie Stock said in his closing argument to jurors that the case isn’t about sympathy, but about evidence.
 
     Assistant U.S. Attorney Clare Hochhalter told jurors that investigators reviewed more than 500,000 documents, including 50,000 emails from Williams.
 
     The case went to the jury shortly before noon.

 

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A man who has pleaded not guilty to sexually assaulting North Dakota State University students at an off-campus apartment is scheduled to change his plea.
 
     Authorities allege 39-year-old Stanley Busche attacked the three international students on Dec. 20 after he entered an unlocked door of their ground-floor apartment and ordered them to strip at knifepoint. Police say he sexually assaulted at least one of the women, and one was injured during a struggle.
 
     A change-of-plea hearing has been scheduled for June 22. Busche faces charges of gross sexual imposition, attempted sexual imposition and terrorizing.

 

 FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A company that sold investments in housing development for workers in the North Dakota oil patch is accused of running a fraud scheme that bilked investors out of millions of dollars.
 
     The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against North Dakota Developments LLC and its owners, Robert Gavin and Daniel Hogan. North Dakota Securities Commissioner Karen Tyler also ordered the defendants to stop doing business.
 
     Court documents show there were 980 stakeholders from 66 countries who invested more than $62 million in the housing developments known as man camps. Investors were sold interests in six different camps in western North Dakota and eastern Montana.
 
     Tyler says the company broke state law by selling unregistered securities.
 
     Federal court documents do not list lawyers for Gavin or Hogan.

 

 BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – State authorities say a saltwater spill northwest of Powers Lake has impacted a tributary to an area lake.
 
     The North Dakota Department of Health says the exact size of the spill isn’t known at the time. But authorities do know that the spill has impacted am unnamed tributary of Smishek lake.
 
     Saltwater, or brine, is an unwanted byproduct of oil production and is considered an environmental hazard by the state. It is many times saltier than sea water and can easily kill vegetation exposed to it.
 
     Oasis Petroleum reported the spill to the state and is the responsible party.
 
     Employees from the Department of Health and North Dakota Oil and Gas Division have been on site assisting the cleanup.

 

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – Two-thirds of North Dakota’s staple spring wheat crop is in the ground, as farmers continue taking advantage of dry weather to make progress on spring planting.
 
     The Agriculture Department says in its weekly crop progress report that the seeding of all crops is well ahead of the average pace over the past five years. Half of the corn crop is planted, along with about one-third of the potatoes. Sugar beet planting is wrapping up.
 
     Rain over the last week was light and scattered. Topsoil moisture supplies statewide are rated 39 percent short or very short, compared to 33 percent last week.
 
     Stock water supplies statewide are still fine, however – rated 90 percent adequate or surplus.

 

 BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Two eastern North Dakota students have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars.
 
     Carl Denton of Fargo North High School and Samantha Goerger of Wyndmere Public School are among 141 students nationwide honored for their accomplishments in academics or the arts.
 
     The scholars were selected by a White House commission appointed by President Barack Obama and announced by federal Education Secretary Arne Duncan. They’ll be invited to a White House ceremony on June 21.
 
     The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program has honored almost 7,000 of the nation’s top students since 1964.
 

 

In world and national news….

 CAIRO (AP) – The Islamic State group is warning that there will be “more grievous and more bitter” attacks than the one over the weekend in Texas, in which two men opened fire near Dallas before being shot and killed. The gunfire took place at a center that was exhibiting cartoon depictions of the Prophet Muhammad. An audio statement from the extremist group says two of its soldiers carried out the attack. But it’s not clear whether the Islamic State had an actual hand in the operation, or whether the two gunmen had simply pledged their support for the group.
 
     WASHINGTON (AP) – The Obama administration is offering rewards of up to $20 million for information leading to the whereabouts of four top leaders of the Islamic State group. One of the four is described as a senior official with the group who originally joined al-Qaida’s affiliate in Iraq. Another is an official Islamic State spokesman. Of the other two, one is a battlefield commander in Syria, and the other is a leader in the border region between Syria and Turkey.
 
     BALTIMORE (AP) – Attorney General Loretta Lynch is pledging to help Baltimore and improve the city’s police department after meeting with the family of a man who was fatally injured in police custody. Lynch met privately today with Freddie Gray’s family, days after Baltimore’s state’s attorney charged six police officers involved in Gray’s arrest. Gray’s injury and death sparked protests and riots that prompted Maryland’s governor to bring in the National Guard.
 
     WASHINGTON (AP) – Long-shot Democratic candidates will have at least a half-dozen chances to challenge Hillary Rodham Clinton in debates. The Democratic National Committee says it will host six presidential primary debates — including one each in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina. The first one will take place this fall.
 
     LOS ANGELES (AP) – A character actress who may be best known as the rapping old lady in “The Wedding Singer” has died. Ellen Albertini Dow was 101. Her role in “The Wedding Singer” led to other memorable and sometimes foul-mouthed character roles in films like “Wedding Crashers” and “Road Trip.”  Dow didn’t begin her professional acting career until she was in her 70s.