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CSi Weather…<\/p>\nCSi Weather…<\/p>\n
.REST OF TODAY..Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.TONIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.THURSDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds<\/p>\n
10 to 20 mph.<\/p>\n
.THURSDAY NIGHT…Decreasing clouds. A 40 percent chance of<\/p>\n
showers and thunderstorms in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City area. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.FRIDAY…Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds<\/p>\n
10 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers<\/p>\n
and thunderstorms. Lows around 70.<\/p>\n
.SATURDAY…Partly sunny with a 30 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 90s.<\/p>\n
.SATURDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of<\/p>\n
showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 60s.<\/p>\n
.SUNDAY…Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms<\/p>\n
in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s.<\/p>\n
.SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear with a 20 percent chance of showers<\/p>\n
and thunderstorms. Lows around 60.<\/p>\n
.MONDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.<\/p>\n
.MONDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows around 60.<\/p>\n
.TUESDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.<\/p>\n
Thursday night storm chances until about daybreak Friday. Again Friday night through Saturday.<\/p>\n
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Flood updates and water level updates\u00a0 for the \u2026<\/p>\n
Sheyenne River Level Through Valley City<\/a><\/p>\n Lake Ashtabula Level<\/a><\/p>\n James River level through Jamestown.<\/a><\/p>\n Jamestown Dam<\/a><\/p>\n National Weather Service\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n No hazardous material was on board at the time of the derailment<\/p>\n Barnes County Deputy Doug Kiefert says there were no injuries, and the cause is under investigation.<\/p>\n County Road 21 railraod crossing is closed until the wreckage is removed on Wednesday.<\/p>\n Many stores will offer bargains, and there will be great food, along with an exciting scavenger hunt.<\/p>\n There will also be chances to win gift cards from local businesses, and a grand prize of $250 in Valley City Chamber Bucks.<\/p>\n Participating businesses are encouraged to send the Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce with sales information or a flyer, to help promote your business.<\/p>\n Update<\/p>\n Starting this fall, the project will renovate the Jimmies\u2019 current football stadium and track, replacing the current grass with turf, new stadium lights, new press boxes, a concourse, updated restrooms and concessions, and a paved parking lot. The west end of the stadium will once again serve as the home side for Jamestown fans.<\/p>\n A new 400m track and throwing area is also slated to be part of the renovation. Jamestown has not hosted a home track meet in the last two years due to deteriorating track surface conditions.<\/p>\n University of Jamestown trustee Dr. Jo-Ida Hansen contributed a lead donation of $3 million. Currently $6.6 millon of the $11 million has been funded. The Jamestown Public School Board approved $2 million in funding at Monday night\u2019s meeting.<\/p>\n The Jimmies are the only team in the Great Plains Athletic Conference that plays on grass, as well as the only North Dakota college team without turf. That will change this fall, as plans for the renovation are set to begin October 18th or 19th in time for the 2021 season.<\/p>\n NDDoH<\/p>\n COVID-19 Stats<\/p>\n Posted July 21, 2020<\/p>\n 11:00 a.m.<\/p>\n COVID-19 Test Results INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED TUESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n 266,690 \u2013 Total Number of Tests Completed* (+3,739 total tests from yesterday)<\/p>\n 137,293 \u2013 Total Unique Individuals Tested* (+1,315 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 132,086 \u2013 Total Negative (+1,234 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 5,207 \u2013 Total Positive (+82 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n After investigation it was discovered that a previously reported case from Cass County was from out of state. <\/em><\/p>\n 2.2% \u2013 Daily Positivity Rate**<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 309 \u2013 Total Hospitalized (+4 individual from yesterday)<\/p>\n 46 \u2013 Currently Hospitalized (-1 individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 4,319 \u2013 Total Recovered (+100 individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 94 \u2013 Total Deaths*** (+1 individual from yesterday)<\/p>\n <\/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 For descriptions of these categories, visit the <\/em>NDDoH dashboard<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n For the most updated and timely information and updates related to COVID-19, visit the NDDoH website at\u00a0www.health.nd.gov\/coronavirus<\/a>, follow on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0Twitter<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and visit the CDC website at\u00a0www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Valley City\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall. All members were present.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A<\/strong>PPROVAL OF <\/strong>C<\/strong>ONSENT <\/strong>A<\/strong>GENDA ITEMS:<\/strong><\/p>\n A Mechanical Contractor License for Laney\u2019s Inc.<\/p>\n Approved was \u00a0Blocking \u00a0off Street Application for the VC Chamber of Commerce on July 22nd for Crazy Daze.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n P<\/strong>UBLIC <\/strong>C<\/strong>OMMENTS NO ONE SPOKE\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n During the COVID-19 emergency, members of the public may request to make a public comment regarding city business by contacting City Hall (701) 845-1700 by 12 NOON on the day of the meeting to make arrangements.<\/p>\n Attorney General\u2019s \u201cA Citizen\u2019s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws\u201d *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting. The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations. <\/em><\/p>\n No personal attacks to persons present or not<\/p>\n No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform<\/p>\n 5 minute maximum or as directed by the chair<\/p>\n Thank you for participating in City Government.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n O<\/strong>RDINANCE <\/strong><\/p>\n Approved was the second and final reading of an Ordinance Creating Section 20-04.01 to Extend City Sales, Use & Gross Receipts Tax dedicated to Permanent Flood Protection. City Attorney Martineck said no changes were made in the first reading.\u00a0 The Ordinance was passed by voters in the June 2020 elections.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n City Commissioners approved second and final reading of an to amend and reenact sections 14-08-07 and 14-08-20 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to penalties for striking unattended motor vehicle and driving without liability insurance. City Attorney Martineck said no changes were made, with administrative order previously approved by the Commission.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n R<\/strong>ESOLUTION <\/strong><\/p>\n Approve was a Resolution accepting bid and awarding contract for Permanent Flood Protection Erosion Mitigation Phase 1 (Woodland Park Riverview Drive). \u00a0KLJ recommends the low bid of just over $445,000, by Strata Corporation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n N<\/strong>EW <\/strong>B<\/strong>USINESS <\/strong><\/p>\n Approved was a Special Alcohol Beverage Permit for the Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 on Central Avenue-200 Block for Summer Nights on Central Event on 7\/23\/2020, 7\/30\/2020, 8\/20\/2020 and 8\/27\/2020.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Census 2020 Report. \u00a0Committee Chairman Fire Chief Magnuson said, Valley City residents has filed 70-percent of the forms, and Barnes County 50.8 percent.\u00a0\u00a0 He said census takers will only visit addresses of those not already filing the form.\u00a0\u00a0 Those being visited will observe social distancing.\u00a0\u00a0 Census forms can also be filed on line.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n C<\/strong>ITY <\/strong>A<\/strong>DMINISTRATOR<\/strong>\u2019<\/strong>S <\/strong>R<\/strong>EPORT <\/strong><\/p>\n Gwen Crawford gave a report on the StreetScape lighting with acorn lights just for the park recommended.<\/p>\n The lights will ordered and installation to then start.<\/p>\n She is meeting with department heads on projects for recommendations, which has saved the city money.<\/p>\n She observed a Valley City Rescue drill.<\/p>\n CITY UPDATES AND COMMISSION REPORTS:<\/p>\n City Attorney Martineck said one applicant for the Operations\u00a0 Superintendent will be interviewed, and two applicants for the City Engineers position have been received.<\/p>\n City Public Works Manager Gary Jacobson said Valley Recycling reported over 100 tons of material has been recently recycled by residents, with the recycling fee generating $62,700.<\/p>\n Building\/Fire Inspector Dave Andersen reported that excavation has started on the VCSU building project, and construction has started on the Love’s Travel Center.\u00a0 He said so far this year $20 million has been collected in building permit fees.<\/p>\n He noted that he is retiring from the position, and was wished well by those in attendance.<\/p>\n City Fire Chief Scott Magnuson reminded residents of the high water level on the Sheyenne River through Valley City, which is moving fast.\u00a0 He cautioned residents to stay out of the fast moving current.\u00a0 The crest is expected at 13.5 feet on Wednesday this week.<\/p>\n The Valley City budget meeting is Tuesday July 28 at 7-a.m. at City Hall.<\/p>\n Mayor Carlsrud thanked city employees for their work, and reminded residents of upcoming event in Valley City this week, and to observe social distancing when attending.\u00a0\u00a0 He noted a recent rise in positive COVID-19 tests in Barnes County.<\/p>\n The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 68 followed by replays.<\/p>\n The activities \u00a0feature the 1880\u2019s life at \u00a0Historic Fort Seward.<\/p>\n The fort grounds will have exhibits and tents for people to see all weekend July25, 26, with Living History Demonstrations, Saturday the 25 from 11-a.m., to 5-p.m.<\/p>\n Children\u2019s games start at 1-p.m., and at 2-p.m. it will be Fashions of the 1870\u2019s.<\/p>\n At 1-p.m., the Evolution of the Springfield will presented.<\/p>\n At 3-p.m. is the Howitzer Cannon Demonstrations.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n On Sunday the 26, Cowboy Church is at\u00a0 10-a.m.<\/p>\n Another Living History Demonstration is set from 11-a.m., to 4-p.m.<\/p>\n At noon, more Children\u2019s Games.<\/p>\n At 1-p.m. another presentation of the Evolution of the Springfield.<\/p>\n 1-p.m., to 3-p.m. Silent Auction.<\/p>\n 2-p.m. the Gatling Gun Demonstration.<\/p>\n 3-p.m., the Pie Auction.<\/p>\n Auction proceeds going to future exhibit expansion.<\/p>\n Communications Director Lisa Mangino Swanson says\u00a0 \u201cThe health and well being of our team members and customers is extremely important to us. We need to do our part to slow the spread of Covid 19.\u201d<\/p>\n For those who chose not to enter the store, all Hugo\u2019s Family Marketplace communities offer online shopping with delivery and\/or curbside pickup.<\/p>\n Other safety measures have been implemented several months ago.<\/p>\n GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) \u2014 Two people have been arrested following a 5-hour-long standoff with police in Grand Forks. Authorities say the incident began about 9 p.m. Tuesday when a man wanted for questioning in a possible kidnapping ran from police. The 33-year-old Grand Forks man was tracked to a house and was believed to be armed. Tactical officers were called to the scene and area residents were told to shelter in place. KFGO says the man eventually surrendered and was arrested on three unrelated warrants. Another man in the house was also arrested on a warrant. Lt. Derik Zimmel says firearms were found in the house where the man was holed up.<\/p>\n BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) \u2014 Employees of a company developing an oil refinery near Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota are suing claiming they are owed wages and bonuses. Five former and two current employees filed the lawsuit last week against Meridian Energy Group in Texas. Five of the people suing live there. The lawsuit seeks nearly $607,000 in \u201ceconomic damages,\u201d attorney fees and a jury trial. The company said it \u201cdoes not comment on ongoing legal matters.\u201d Meridian wants to build the refinery a few miles from the park, which is North Dakota’s top tourist attraction.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) \u2014 A California maker of electronic pull tab machines is suing North Dakota over the suspension of its license in North Dakota. Attorneys for Powerhouse Gaming contend the company was unfairly targeted by North Dakota\u2019s top law enforcement official and gaming director. The company is asking a federal judge to allow the company to continue operating in the state. North Dakota Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem ordered Powerhouse Gaming\u2019s license in the state suspended two weeks ago. Stenehjem contends the company has improperly installed pirated software on its devices in violation of the law. A spokeswoman for Stenehjem told The Bismarck Tribune on Tuesday that the office does not comment on pending cases.<\/p>\n (AP)\u00a0 North Dakota\u2019s electric cooperatives that power rural homes and businesses are trying to obtain federal relief due to the coronavirus outbreak. The Bismarck Tribune reports that companies are asking for the ability to refinance loans through the U.S. Department of Agriculture\u2019s Rural Utilities Service at lower rates without incurring prepayment penalties. Many businesses in the state have closed temporarily or reduced its operations when the virus first emerged resulting in low power usage.<\/p>\n In sports\u2026<\/p>\n Babe Ruth Baseball…<\/p>\n Tuesday.<\/p>\n Valley City Royals 5 West Fargo 0<\/p>\n West Fargo 9 Valley City 1<\/p>\n <\/p>\n (CSi)\u00a0 The 2020 District 6 Babe Ruth Baseball Tournament is at Pirate Field in Steele is Wednesday, July 22nd through Saturday, July 25th.<\/p>\n Wednesday Jul 22<\/p>\n 9-a.m. \u2013 Number 1 Valley City \u00a0vs. Number 8 Ashley<\/p>\n 20 minutes after \u2013 Number 4 Steele vs. Number 5 Oakes<\/p>\n 20 minutes after \u2013 Number 3 Carrington vs. Number 6 Linton\/Wishek<\/p>\n 20 minutes after \u2013 Number 2 Lamoure vs. Number 7 Ellendale<\/p>\n 20 minutes after \u2013 loser game 1 (VC or Ashley) vs loser game 2 (Steele or Oakes) elimination game<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/train-derailment-300x202.jpg\")
Valley City (CSi) Several rail cars of the Canadian Pacific Railway left the track just before 9-p.m., Tuesday, north of Valley City.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/RoadClosed2-300x202.jpg\")
Valley City (CSi) Barnes County Road 19 The River Road is closed\u00a0 at the junction of 115th Avenue Southeast, due to the culvert being washed out. there is no detour is provided, and motorists should use alternate routes, and use caution when traveling during and after heavy rainfall, as road conditions can rapidly change.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/crazydays-300x202.jpg\")
Valley City\u00a0 (Chamber)\u00a0 Crazy Daze in Valley City is Wednesday July 22.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/GreenoFieldTurf2020-300x164.jpg\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (UJ<\/a>)\u00a0 The University of Jamestown and Jamestown Public Schools announced Tuesday plans for an $11 million renovation to Taylor Stadium-Rollie Greeno Field that will impact football and track and field.<\/p>\n
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Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 This year, Big guns of the Old West, is part of the Buffalo Days celebrations in Jamestown at Fort Seward, along with other events and activities the weekend of July 25, 26.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/hugos-300x202.png\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 Hugo\u2019s Family Marketplace & Hugo\u2019s Wine & Spirits, including Jamestown \u00a0will be requiring face coverings inside their stores beginning Wednesday, July 29th.<\/p>\n
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