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CSi Weather…<\/p>\nCSi Weather…<\/p>\n
TONIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.THURSDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. Heat index 90 to 95.<\/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 20 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
There is a chance of thunderstorms Friday and Friday night. Some
\nstorms may be severe with heavy rain later in the day Friday and
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Chances for thunderstorms continue on Saturday. Some may be
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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 Burgum said the state\u2019s goal continues to be to save lives and livelihoods, and to stay in a position so as not to have to roll back the state\u2019s reopening of businesses.<\/p>\n The North Dakota Department of Health on Wednesday, July 22, reported a single-day record of 160 new cases of COVID-19.<\/p>\n He said, the numbers released on Wednesday were recalculated, to reflect the accurate counts, due to a batch of tests that needed to be recounted, and put into the combined Monday and Tuesday mix.<\/p>\n NDDoH COVID-19 Stats<\/p>\n Posted Wed. Jul. 22, 2020<\/p>\n COVID-19 Test Results INDIVIDUALS WHO DIED WITH COVID-19<\/strong><\/p>\n COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED WEDNESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n 270,943 – Total Number of Tests Completed* (+4,259 total tests from yesterday)<\/p>\n 139,266 \u2013 Total Unique Individuals Tested* (+1,973 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 133,899 \u2013 Total Negative (+1,813 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 5,367 \u2013 Total Positive (+160 unique individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 3.8% \u2013 Daily Positivity Rate**<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 317 \u2013 Total Hospitalized (+8 individual from yesterday)<\/p>\n 52 \u2013 Currently Hospitalized (+6 individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 4,407 \u2013 Total Recovered (+88 individuals from yesterday)<\/p>\n 96 \u2013 Total Deaths*** (+2 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 Burgum said serial testing of long term care facility residents and staff \u00a0help slow the spread of the virus, specifically retesting staff regularly, and determining if any are asymptomatic, and passing the virus to others in the facility.<\/p>\n With the use of face masks, Burgum said guidelines remain in place to wear face masks at locations including business that have individuals in close contact with customers.\u00a0 He said North Dakota will not mandate the wearing of masks. \u00a0\u00a0He said wearing masks do make a difference in slowing the spread of the virus.\u00a0 He said local school districts will make the decision on face mask wearing.<\/p>\n With Higher Education, North Dakota University System Chancellor Mark Hagerott said, August 24 State University students will return to campus.\u00a0 He said students should wear face masks, and practice safe measures, like social distancing, and frequent hand washing<\/p>\n State Chief Health Strategist Dr. Joshua Wynne, said a testing strategy of students has been developed.\u00a0 Common sense like \u00a0wearing face masks, and practicing safe measures, like social distancing, and frequent hand washing, is necessary.<\/p>\n Identifying \u00a0and isolating students that test positive, and to locate those individuals that are asymptomatic, and isolating them is of utmost importance, in not spreading the virus.<\/p>\n The Economic Resiliency Grant Program is helping businesses restore consumer confidence and reduces the spread of COVID-19.\u00a0 Business can apply for up to $50,000 in a grant. NDresponse.gov has more information.<\/p>\n Burgum pointed out that he and \u00a0state Superintendent Kirsten Baesler Tuesday hosted the fourth annual Governor\u2019s Summit on Innovative Education, highlighting the progress being made in North Dakota toward personalized, competency-based learning, the role that technology can play in those efforts, and the opportunity for innovation amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n More than 1,300 educators, administrators, school board members, legislators, parents and other stakeholders registered to participate virtually in the summit, which was livestreamed from the North Dakota Heritage Center in Bismarck with nationally recognized speakers joining from across the United States and Canada. Locally led breakout sessions also allowed participants to learn about best practices and innovation in the classroom, and engage in the conversation surrounding a safe restart to school this coming fall.<\/p>\n Burgum asks North Dakotans to thank those wearing face masks in protecting not only themselves, but also others from being infected with the COVID-19 virus, and to stay North Dakota Smart.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Outdoor drive-up testing will take place through the north entrance of the STUTSMAN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS.<\/p>\n While this event is open to the general public; we highly encourage those of statistically higher rate of infection by age, which includes those ages 20-39 years old, to attend the free event and get tested.<\/p>\n Appointments are not required but those who wish to receive a test are strongly encouraged to complete the online screening questionnaire in advance, which can be found here: https:\/\/testreg.nd.gov\/<\/a>.\u00a0 Completing the online screening questionnaire does not guarantee you a test.\u00a0 If you pre- registered prior to the event in June, you will not<\/u> need to register again.<\/p>\n Additional details:<\/p>\n Robin said regular COVID-19 testing is available by appointment at Central Valley Health District on Friday\u2019s, by calling 252-8130.<\/p>\n Other locations for testing including, also by appointment, in Jamestown, Sanford Clinic Medalis, Essentia, and Jamestown Regional Medical Center, when visiting the Emergency Department.<\/p>\n She pointed out that since COVID-19 testing began at the outset of the pandemic, as of Friday 11,000 tests have been performed in Stutsman County.<\/p>\n Daily updates on COVID-19 statistics are available at CSiNewsNow.com<\/p>\n July 23rd\u202632 Below<\/p>\n July 30th\u20268the Hour<\/p>\n August 20th\u2026Tripwire<\/p>\n August 27th\u2026Slamabama<\/p>\n Sponsorship opportunities available, contact the Valley City Chamber for more information.<\/p>\n summernightsvc@gmail.com, valleycitynd.org\/summernights<\/p>\n July 23rd:\u00a0 \u00a0 The Flickertails Please observe social distancing and face masks are encouraged.<\/p>\n 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).<\/p>\n Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The court session to be held at the 1883 Stutsman County Courthouse, refurbished courtroom is slated for Tuesday July 28.<\/p>\n On Wednesday\u2019s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, 1883 Stutsman County Site Supervisor, Steven Reidburn said, this will be the first court proceeding at the old courtroom in 40, when the present courthouse was opened.<\/p>\n The July 14 court session was not held due to the case being settled out of court.<\/p>\n The 1883 courthouse has been designated for court proceedings, because the space is larger than the present courtroom, in the new courthouse to allow for social distancing.\u00a0 Spectators at the old courthouse will be allowed to observe in the balcony.<\/p>\n Steve added that Saturday July 25 entertainment during Buffalo Days will be Terry and Linda Schwartz, replacing D.W. Grothe who had to cancel due to health issues.<\/p>\n The concert is at 1-p.m. on the north lawn of the 1883 courthouse.\u00a0 Please observe social distancing, wear face masks, \u00a0and bring along your own chairs and refreshments.\u00a0 This is the only entertainment this summer at the 1883 Courthouse due to the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n He said the 1883 Courthouse is open for either guided, or self tours, Wednesdays through Sundays from 10-a.m. to 5-p.m.\u00a0 Please use hand sanitizer before entering and then leaving the building, observe social distancing.\u00a0\u00a0 Only 15 people are allowed in the old courthouse at a time, during the pandemic.<\/p>\n He said visitor numbers have increased, starting slowly in June with the numbers increasing in July.<\/p>\n Out of area visitors this summer so far were from, Arizona, Utah, Washington State, Illinois, Iowa, and South Dakota.<\/p>\n The government history exhibit is attracting additional interest, with artifacts including office equipment \u00a0and other items from many years ago\u2026.the only exhibit of its type currently available in the United States.<\/p>\n BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) \u2014 Supporters of amending North Dakota\u2019s constitution to legalize recreational marijuana say they will try again to collect enough signatures to get the issue on the ballot. The group had a year to gather and submit at least 26,904 valid signatures of North Dakota voters to Secretary of State Al Jaeger. The final deadline was Wednesday. Petitioners missed earlier deadlines to make this year\u2019s June and November ballots but continued to collect signatures in hopes of a June 2022 vote. Chairwoman Jody Vetter told The Bismarck Tribune the group gathered just shy of 24,000 signatures and wouldn\u2019t be submitting petitions. But Vetter says supporters are planning to start again with an identical proposal for 2022.<\/p>\n BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) \u2014 North Dakota\u2019s 11 colleges and universities are awaiting Gov. Doug Burgum\u2019s plans to reopen classes this fall amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic. Burgum was expected to release the guidance Wednesday, a week after he said K-12 schools may reopen this fall for face-to-face learning with precautions. University system spokeswoman Billie Jo Lorius said all colleges and universities already have indicated they would reopen this fall. The state Board of Higher Education has scheduled a meeting Thursday to discuss the governor\u2019s directives. The guidance comes as the number of deaths in the state approached triple-digits and a record number of hospitalizations.<\/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 GLYNDON, Minn. (AP) \u2014 The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Clay County. Sheriff\u2019s officials say a Glyndon police officer tried to stop a vehicle for an equipment violation about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, but the driver sped away and a chase began. Authorities say the officer fired at the fleeing vehicle during the chase, but they did not further explain. No one was injured in the incident.<\/p>\n In sports\u2026<\/p>\n The JRMC Foundation and members of the Jamestown Outlaws, girls fast-pitch softball players ages 8-18, are selling \u201cbunt\u201d cakes in support of athletic equipment at Jamestown High School.<\/p>\n The JRMC Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Team has served as the Official Sports Medicine Team of the Jamestown High School Blue Jays since 2012.<\/p>\n This Game Ready equipment supports natural healing through compression and cold therapies. It reduces pain, swelling, muscle spasms, enhances lymphatic function, and encourages oxygenated blood flow.<\/p>\n Already, donors supported the purchase of a Game Ready device for the JRMC Rehabilitation Department. This new equipment would reside at Jamestown High School.<\/p>\n \u201cThis equipment is important because it allows for faster recovery after injury and competition to stay in the game\u201d said Jay Determan, athletic trainer. \u201cIt is used to for many athletes such as any throwing athletes, swimmers, ball players, wrestlers, and athletes of all seasons.\u00a0 We expect to be able to utilize this with anyone. Our JRMC Physical Therapy Team uses it every week. We\u2019ve witnessed how this is makes THE difference in the lives of our athletes.\u201d<\/p>\n The Game Ready equipment costs $3,500 and would be available to athletes as soon as this fall.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s rare that a physical therapy department would have this in not one but two locations,\u201d said Pat Walter, PA-C. Walter works in the JRMC Orthopedics Department. Walter is also a coach for the 16 & under Jamestown Outlaw team. \u201cThis is what makes JRMC a destination for healthcare in our region.\u201d<\/p>\n Walter and the sports medicine team are also offering sports physicals this year \u2013 a first on the JRMC campus.<\/p>\n The physicals cost $30 and take about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n \u201cBecause of the pandemic, we know not everyone needs sports physicals this year. However we want to be available for the students who do. We\u2019re proud to be the only organization in the region to offer comprehensive orthopedics care,\u201d Walter said.<\/p>\n The mini \u201cbunt\u201d cakes are available for sale online or at any Outlaw game. Nothing Bundt Cakes prepares them out of the organization\u2019s commercial kitchen in Fargo.<\/p>\n \u201cThis important to the Jamestown Outlaws because we use the equipment too,\u201d said Paula Marker, Jamestown Fast-pitch Softball board member and Physical Therapist at JRMC. \u201cThis will make a huge difference to our athletes and others.\u201d<\/p>\n Each cake costs $5 or a dozen buntlettes are available for $25. Also supporting the cause are sponsors Orriginals, and\u00a0 Gun & Reel Sports.<\/p>\n \u201cSeeing athletes and medical professionals work together is heart-warming,\u201d said JRMC Foundation Director Lisa Jackson. \u201cThis is what makes JRMC legendary. The people our caregivers treat are not just patients; they are neighbors and friends.\u201d<\/p>\n To order a \u201cbunt\u201d cake, visit jrmcnd.com\/bunt-cakes-for-care. To schedule a sports physical, visit jrmcnd.com\/sports-physical. \u201cBunt\u201d cake orders are due Monday, Aug. 3. Walk-up orders as well as contact-free pickup is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12. To learn more, call (701) 952-1050.<\/p>\n Taylor said in a statement on Tuesday that he has retained The Raine Group, a global merchant bank, to explore a potential sale of the team.<\/p>\n \u201cI was recently approached by The Raine Group to discuss the future of our franchise,\u201d he wrote. \u201cFrom the time I bought the team in 1994, I have always wanted what\u2019s best for our fans and will entertain opportunities on the evolution of the Timberwolves and Lynx ownership structure.\u201d<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/NDhealthNewsBriefingThurs-1-300x202.png\")
Bismarck\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 Governor Doug Burgum held his Weekly COVID-19 News Briefing Wednesday afternoon at the State Capital in Bismarck. He was\u00a0 joined by North Dakota University System Chancellor Mark Hagerott and state Chief Health Strategist Dr. Joshua Wynne.<\/p>\n
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Jamestown\u00a0 (CVHD)\u00a0 Central Valley Health District will work in partnership with the ND Dept of Health, the ND National Guard, and local health and safety partners to facilitate a Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing event which will be open to the general public on Thursday July 23 from 3 pm to 6 pm<\/p>\n\n
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Valley City\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce has set entertainment for this year\u2019s Summer Nights on Central.\u00a0 6-p.m., to 9-p.m., each evening.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/ArtsMarket25July-300x202.png\")
Jamestown\u00a0\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Arts Center is \u00a0excited to hold the Downtown Arts Market in Jamestown this summer at 5:30 pm to 8:30-p.m, in the Hansen Arts Park, each Thursday evening through August.<\/p>\n
\nWith: The Backporch Band
\n<\/strong>A local trio with over eight decades of shared musical talent, The Flickertail Band is made up of Jon Beyer on bass guitar, Jeremy Gray on drums and Steve Kuykendall on lead guitar and vocals. They play many of your classic rock and blues favorites.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BuntSofballCake-300x240.png\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (JRMC)\u00a0 \u2014 Jamestown Regional Medical Center and local athletes are teaming up to support great care for local sports teams.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Timberwolves-newlogo-300x169.jpg\")
Minneapolis\u00a0 (The Athletic)\u00a0 Minnesota Timberwolves Owner Glen Taylor is exploring a sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves<\/a>.<\/p>\n