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CSi Weather…<\/p>\nCSi Weather…<\/p>\n
REST OF TODAY…Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.<\/p>\n
.TONIGHT…Clear. Lows in the mid 50s. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.<\/p>\n
.FRIDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Northwest winds around<\/p>\n
5 mph shifting to the southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.<\/p>\n
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FRIDAY NIGHT…Showers and thunderstorms. Lows 60 to 65. Chance<\/p>\n
of precipitation 80 percent.<\/p>\n
.SATURDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s. Northwest winds<\/p>\n
5 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows around 60.<\/p>\n
.SUNDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.<\/p>\n
.SUNDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.<\/p>\n
.MONDAY…Partly sunny with a 50 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 80s.<\/p>\n
.MONDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers<\/p>\n
and thunderstorms. Lows around 60.<\/p>\n
.TUESDAY…Partly sunny with a 30 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms. Highs around 80.<\/p>\n
.TUESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain<\/p>\n
showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the upper 50s.<\/p>\n
.WEDNESDAY…Mostly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 80s.<\/p>\n
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The chance of thunderstorms begins Friday afternoon in the west pushing through central North Dakota in the evening and overnight hours.<\/p>\n
The far south central, will see the highest threat for large hail<\/a>.<\/p>\n Damaging winds would also be a threat.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n After storms end in the eastern part of the forecast area early<\/p>\n Saturday morning, should be a pleasant summer day as surface high<\/p>\n pressure settles in.<\/p>\n Sunday currently looking like the warmest day of the extended period.<\/p>\n Chance for thunderstorms returns to the west Sunday \u00a0with temperatures near to slightly below average.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n City Fire Chief Jim Reuther says the cause was smoke backing up from the fireplace. The home received smoke and soot damage. The Buffalo Valley Red Cross assisted, as the occupant was advised to leave the home until it was cleaned up.<\/p>\n One occupant\u00a0 was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation by Jamestown Ambulance Service.<\/p>\n Five City Fire Units and 23 fire fighters cleared the scene at 1:05-p.m.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Participants testing positive will be notified by phone within 24-72 hours. While those with a negative result will be contacted within 3-5 days.<\/p>\n She says everyone turned away will have another opportunity to get a free test, with a future free testing event in Valley City with information to be released next week.<\/p>\n She thanks the 70 volunteers and 34 North Dakota National Guard members, along with the Salvation Army, who helped on Wednesday including Barnes County Emergency Manager Sue Lloyd and members from Sanford Clinic in Valley City.<\/p>\n (CSi) Governor Doug Burgum on Wednesday held a COVID-19 News Briefing from the state capital in Bismarck.\u00a0 He was joined by Commerce Commissioner Michelle Kommer.<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ndhealth\/videos\/3265170946875871\/<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Burgum said to take advantage of COVID-19 testing opportunities, noting that over the past three week, an average of 23,000 individuals have been tested.<\/p>\n He said summer tourist traffic is moving through North Dakota.\u00a0 He pointed out the average age of those positive cases have dropped in North Dakota.\u00a0 He pointed out several states have reclosed businesses and beaches due to a spike in positive cases.\u00a0\u00a0 He added that North Dakota active cases have doubled in the past two weeks, stemming in part from more testing and then contact tracing\u00a0 isolating those testing positive.<\/p>\n Serial testing, those testing more than once, has reached 208,192.<\/p>\n Long term care serial testing is occurring weekly.<\/p>\n He pointed out Burleigh County currently has the most active cases at 128.\u00a0 Testing has been ramped up in the county. The increase in positives in Burleigh and Morton Counties is being monitored.<\/p>\n Testing sites around the state have been expanded, including mobile testing sites.\u00a0 A static testing site will be established in Jamestown.<\/strong><\/p>\n On Wednesday, North Dakota health officials say they\u2019ve confirmed 73 new cases of the coronavirus.<\/a> The state health department said Wednesday the state has seen 3,971 cases. One additional death was reported Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 85. Health officials identified the victim as a Cass County woman in her 90s with underlying health conditions. The actual number of infections is thought to be far higher than the state\u2019s totals because many people have not been tested and studies suggest people can be infected without feeling sick. For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms.<\/p>\n INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19<\/strong><\/p>\n COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED WEDNESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n BY THE NUMBERS<\/strong><\/p>\n 208,192 – Total Number of Tests Completed* (+3,669 total tests from yesterday)<\/p>\n 115,839 \u2013 Total Unique Individuals Tested* (+1,482 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 111,868 \u2013 Total Negative (+1,409 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 3,971 \u2013 Total Positive (+73 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 2.0% \u2013 Daily Positivity Rate**<\/p>\n 252 \u2013 Total Hospitalized (+4 individual from yesterday)<\/p>\n 26 \u2013 Currently Hospitalized (+2 individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 3,447 \u2013 Total Recovered (+34 individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 85 \u2013 Total Deaths*** (+1 individual from yesterday)<\/p>\n Upon death record review where COVID-19 is listed as a cause of death, it was determined that this death were not previously reported to the state. <\/em><\/p>\n * Note that this does not include individuals from out of state and has been updated to reflect the most recent information discovered after cases were investigated.<\/em><\/p>\n **Because the serial tests completed and added to the total number of tests completed can result in new individuals who test positive, the daily positivity rate will be calculated using the total positives for the day by the daily number of tests completed instead of the daily number of unique individuals tested.<\/em><\/p>\n *** Number of individuals who tested positive and died from any cause while infected with COVID-19.<\/em><\/p>\n Burgum pointed out federal dollars that have been made available in North Dakota to support businesses and individuals, during the pandemic with the help of the North Dakota congressional delegation.<\/p>\n North Dakota Commerce Commissioner Michelle Kommer says the Payroll Protection Plan has extended the deadline to apply for assistance,\u00a0 into August, with more information available atNDresponse.com<\/p>\n The North Dakota Department of Commerce will be leading a Special Business Briefing call Thursday, July 9, at 11 a.m. (CST) introducing the new Economic Resiliency Grant (ERG) available to North Dakota businesses, as approved by the Budget Section at its June 25 meeting.<\/p>\n The purpose of the ERG is to support investments in business facilities, systems, equipment or supplies to reduce the spread of infection and inspire consumer confidence. To support this purpose, qualifying North Dakota businesses and nonprofit applicants may apply for funding up to $50,000 for qualifying project costs.<\/p>\n Kommer says the Department of Commerce is working together with the business community to increase safety, in order to inspire consumer confidence in the marketplace.\u00a0 This grant is one piece of a large, forward facing plan to keep North Dakota open for business.\u201d<\/p>\n The ERG application process is anticipated to open July 24. Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Funding will be approved if the application meets all criteria and funding is available.\u00a0 Additional information, including educational sessions, will be available shortly, and updates about the program will be posted to Commerce\u2019s website.<\/p>\n Burgum on Wednesday signed an executive order restoring the work registration and search requirements for individuals seeking unemployment benefits, effective July 26.<\/p>\n Registration for employment can be completed online, and all local Job Service offices will be open by July 26 to assist those who need help completing registration.<\/p>\n The requirements were suspended March 13 in order to expand unemployment eligibility amid business closures during the COVID-19 crisis. Under Executive Order 2020-08.2<\/a>\u00a0 all individuals seeking unemployment \u2013 including those whose unemployment is related to COVID-19 \u2013 must register for work and conduct an active work search as required by state statute.<\/p>\n With work searches once again required, if an individual receiving unemployment benefits refuses a suitable job offer, he or she becomes ineligible to receive further unemployment benefits until becoming re-employed and earning sufficient wages to requalify for benefits.<\/p>\n Burgum said. \u201cThe suspension of registration and work search requirements was always meant to be temporary. Reintroduction of these requirements will assist employees and employers to return to work and continue a North Dakota Smart Restart. Job Service North Dakota will continue working with individuals receiving benefits on a case-by-case basis to make sure they receive the assistance they need and that we are protecting the lives and livelihoods of all.\u201d<\/p>\n Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, Job Service North Dakota has received an unprecedented number of unemployment insurance claims. In total, 97,178 regular unemployment claims have been filed by North Dakota workers. An additional 19,689 North Dakota workers have filed for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and 20,218 have filed for Pandemic Unemployment Emergency Compensation (PUEC). Nearly $568 million in benefit payments have been made since March 15.<\/p>\n Though claims filings remain more than four times higher than normal, filings are down significantly from the peak filing week of March 29. More importantly, certifications are down 20 percent since the week of May 3, which directly correlates with individuals returning to employment, Burgum noted.<\/p>\n For more information on North Dakota\u2019s COVID-19 response, visit www.health.nd.gov\/coronavirus<\/a> or www.ndresponse.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n Burgum said the state lab in Bismarck continues COVID-19 testing 24\/7.<\/p>\n Burgum\u2019s next COVID-19 News Briefing will be Tuesday, July 14 at 3:30-p.m<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Arts Center, Director, Mindi Schmitz says,\u00a0 \u201cWe want this to be as safe as it is enjoyable. So, things will be different this year. For instance, there will not be vendors or artisans. This prevents the hand-to-contact and allows the street to be opened up for additional seating area (bring your lawn chair). Social distancing will be observed. Masks will be strongly encouraged. We will also Facebook live the performances for those that still prefer \/ need to stay isolated.<\/p>\n She adds that the Arts Market plans may have to be adjusted if\u00a0 Arts Center measures are not respected. The community\u2019s \u00a0efforts to be as safe and responsible as possible when attending is greatly appreciated and will allow this loved summer event to continue.<\/p>\n July 9th The Deb Jenkins Band performs\u00a0\u00a0 The band started over 40 years ago in Fargo as the band called \u201cSecond Wind\u201d. After some member changes and down time Mike, the Keyboard player and husband too Deb, the lead singer, changed the name of the band to \u201cThe Deb Jenkins Band\u201d.\u00a0\u00a0The style and type of music performed has stayed true to the beginning with Second Wind. Our style is sometimes referred to as Jazz, but really the heart of our band is rhythm and blues. The one thing we are NOT is back ground music. We want you to dance, dance, and dance.<\/p>\n Click here<\/strong><\/a> to view full summer schedule.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The 13th Running of the Pink, on July 11, 2020 will be\u00a0 a virtual walk\/run.\u00a0 Over 12 years, the race has raised more than $150,000 for breast and cervical cancer screenings.<\/p>\n On Wednesday\u2019s Wayne Byers Show, on CSi Cable 2, Tara Kapp said 249 registrations have been received, so far and are still being accepted through Saturday morning\u00a0 July 11.<\/p>\n She said, initially the event was to be live and in person with social distancing protocols in place.\u00a0 \u00a0The event organizers recognized that many participants may not be ready or able to gather, during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n The need for continued support of the fight against breast and cervical cancer through early detection goes on so they moved forward with\u00a0#VirtualROP<\/a>.<\/p>\n 100% of the proceeds will continue to go to the No Excuses and Women\u2019s Way programs through Jamestown Regional Medical Center and Central Valley Health.<\/p>\n She pointed out that all expenses of the event are picked up by Casey Stoudt, allowing all proceeds to stay in Jamestown and Stutsman County to go to the No Excuses, Women\u2019s Way programs.<\/p>\n Funds raised tear down barriers that may otherwise prevent someone from receiving the care they need.\u00a0 They may be uninsured or under insured, and unable to afford the cost of screenings.<\/p>\n Tara said a survey showed that 50 percent of women in Stutsman County have never had a mammogram screening.<\/p>\n The virtual options gives EVERYONE the opportunity to walk or run at your own time, pace and location but still be a part of the\u00a0<\/strong>#<\/strong>RunningOfThePink<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0movement.<\/p>\n The registration cost \u00a0is $25 for adults, $20 for youth 12 & Under, and $20 for Seniors. All paid registrants will receive a T-shirt.<\/p>\n To register, visit stoudtcars.com or call 701-252-2270 or toll free at 1-800-279-2886, for more information.<\/p>\n Anyone who registered for the live event is being contacted and has the option for a refund or, convert your participation to the virtual option.<\/p>\n Tara said be sure to include friends and family outside the area, and even challenge your crew to a friendly competition.<\/p>\n All virtual registrants are encouraged to post their progress and photos of themselves, on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook and add\u00a0#VirtualROP<\/a>\u00a0so we can recognize you. Post a photo of the road or treadmill you walked\/ran on, a photo of you or your family or even the scenery on your walk\/run.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re running the 5K or 10K and want to be added to the competitive roster, post your time online at\u00a0www.stoudtcars.com.<\/a>and we\u2019ll award prizes to the top 3 men and women in each category.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Smokeinhouse070820-300x202.jpg\")
Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown City Fire Department was called to a house at 1211 3rd Avenue Northeast in Jamestown about 12:23-p.m., Wednesday, to a report of smoke.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/coronavirus2-300x202.jpg\")
Valley City (CSi) City County Health District Administrator Theresa Will says with the COVID-19 drive thru testing in Valley City Wednesday, the number of people surpassed the 500 test kit limit available.<\/p>\n\n
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Jamestown\u00a0\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Arts Center is \u00a0excited to bring the Downtown Arts Market back to Jamestown this summer beginning July 9 at 5:30 pm to 8:30-p.m, in the Hansen Arts Park, planning an event for each Thursday evening through August.<\/p>\n
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Bismarck\u00a0 (NDHP)\u00a0 The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports a NDHP vehicle was struck when it was parked, on Tuesday at 5:53-p.m., on Highway 12, one mile west of Hettinger.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/zebramussle.jpg\")
Bismarck\u00a0 (NDGF)\u00a0 The North Dakota Game and Fish Department confirmed the presence of invasive zebra mussels in Lake LaMoure after a local game warden reported the finding earlier this week.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/DragRace2017-300x202.png\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0\u00a0 Jamestown Drag Racing Association (JDRA) will host drag races on Saturday July 11, and Sunday July 12, at Jamestown Regional Airport.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/fishfry1-300x202.jpg\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Dakota Anglers will be holding a Fish Fry Tournament at Pelican Point Landing on Saturday, July 11th<\/sup>.\u00a0 This is a fishing tournament for the contestants followed by a fish fry and potluck meal for the membership.<\/p>\n