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ND gas prices down 7.7 cents, past week
(CSi) January 25, 2016 – Average retail gasoline prices in North Dakota have fallen 7.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.73/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 493 gas outlets in North Dakota. This compares with the national average that has fallen 6.5 cents per gallon […]
I94 Exit 260 project Public meeting Jan 26
Jamestown (CSi) A Public Input Meeting will be held on Tuesday January 26, 2016 – 5 p.m., at the Gladstone Inn & Suites in Jamestown. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the proposed improvements and detour routes for the SE Jamestown Interchange (Exit 260) Westbound Bridge, located on […]
ND budget cuts forced by drop in revenue
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota’s top budget writer says a drop in tax collections due to declining oil activity will force cuts in state government and a dip into the state’s savings. Office of Management and Budget Director Pam Sharp says a new forecast of tax collections […]
Barnes County 911 mapping to be updated
Valley City (CSi) The Barnes County mapping system, will be revamped, in order to provide 9-1-1 emergency services to residential addresses. The Barnes County Commission, Emergency Manager, and 9-1-1 Supervisor have partnered with Duane Kaul of Kadrmas, Lee and Jackson to review and update the county mapping system. Barnes County […]
Tourism seeking alternate fireworks vendor
Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Tourism discussed the possibility of seeking an alternate vendor to provide this year’s public 4th of July fireworks display. Tourism Director Searle Swedlund said in talks with the Canadian vendor who performed the show last year, that due to preparations for a Canadian celebration next year, his […]
Kourajian not seeking re-election
Jamestown (CSi) Long-time Jamestown City Council member and former mayor, Charlie Kourajian has announced that he will not seek re-election to the City Council this year. Kourajian has held a seat on the council 40 of the past 42 years. The 86 yer old Kourajian says his age is the reason […]
Pam Musland seeks Dem endorsement, Dist 12 House
Jamestown (CSi) Pam Musland of Jamestown is seeking endorsement from District 12 Dem-NPL voters for a North Dakota House of Representatives seat in the 2016 election. A news release states: “Jamestown has been my home for more than 20 years. I love this community and want to give back through […]
Allegations, investigations involving VC officials
Valley City (CSi) Allegations have been stated against six Valley City officials by Valley City resident Robert Drake. Some of the allegations include: Accusations of City Administrator David Schelkoph not following the proper procedure over a sexual harassment allegation against Police Chief Fred Thompson. An allegation accuses Police Lieutenant David […]
ND tax collections down, midwest index plunges
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota continues to see less-than-expected tax collections due to declining oil drilling activity. Office of Management and Budget Director Pam Sharp says overall tax revenues through December are about $215 million less than projected. Most of the drop comes from weakened […]
