CSi Weather…

.REST OF TODAY…Showers likely and scattered thunderstorms.

Highs in the mid 70s. Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph. Chance of

precipitation 70 percent in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City area.

.TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Isolated rain showers and thunderstorms

in the evening. Lows in the mid 50s. West winds 5 to 10 mph.

Chance of precipitation 20 percent in the Jamestown area, 40 percent in the Valley City area.

.FRIDAY…Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain showers in the Jamestown area, 40 percent in the Valley City area.

Highs in the upper 60s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. West winds

5 to 10 mph.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. West winds 5 to

10 mph.

.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the

mid 50s. Highs in the upper 70s.

.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Highs in the lower 80s.

Lows in the upper 50s.

.INDEPENDENCE DAY…Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s.

.TUESDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers in the

afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  Jamestown City Fire Chief Jim Reuther reminds residents they need to be careful when setting off  fireworks this year, and mindful concerning surroundings and the dry conditions.

He adds that inspection  of firework stands is on-going in  Jamestown to make sure they are suitable for sales of fireworks.

Stutsman County Emergency Manager Jerry Bergquist says public concerns have been raised about Governor Doug Burgum’s statewide Fire and Drought Emergency Proclamation because of extremely dry conditions.

Bergquist points out that the city of Jamestown and Stutsman County have two different ordinances regarding fireworks.  Jamestown does not allow the sale and detonation of fireworks until July 1st.

Fireworks can still be sold outside of city limits.

Bergquist says that the newly approved Ordinance for Stutsman County prohibits controlled burns in times of High, Very High and Extreme fire conditions as well as Red Flag Warnings year round, but not included in the Ordinance is fireworks, which  can be detonated at anytime during those conditions.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)   North Dakota Highway Patrol troopers will conduct a sobriety checkpoint during the overnight hours of June 30, 2017,  at a predetermined location in Stutsman County. Saturation patrols will follow through Saturday.

The Patrol says, impaired driving continues to be a problem in North Dakota. This year, 17 people have died in alcohol-related crashes.

The goal of an alcohol saturation is to increase awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving and remove impaired drivers from our roadways. It’s simple: if you choose to drink, do not drive.

 

 

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce, Ag and Energy Committee, will once again be hosting their Ag Bus tour on July 18, 2017.

Jamestown Chamber Executive Director Becky Thatcher-Keller says that the seating is limited and to RSVP the Jamestown Chamber by July 10th for the bus, leaving from AgCountry Farm Credit Services at 1 PM. The tour then continues until 7:30 PM with a sponsored BBQ Picnic Supper.

For more information, contact the Chamber at 701-252-4830 or email director@jamestownchamber.com.

 

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota’s governor, its top law officer and its military leader all say they were unaware the private security firm hired by the developer of the Dakota Access pipeline was operating illegally without a license.

Internal TigerSwan documents indicate a close working relationship between the company and law enforcement during months of protests against the pipeline. But North Dakota’s Private Investigative and Security Board says TigerSwan never had a state license.

Gov. Doug Burgum, Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem and National Guard Maj. Gen. Alan Dohrmann all say they weren’t aware of the situation.

The regulatory board is suing to block North Carolina-based TigerSwan’s armed workers from continuing to monitor the pipeline system. The board also is seeking unspecified fines and attorney fees.

TigerSwan didn’t respond to a request for comment.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota’s Agriculture Department is increasing the number of Japanese beetle traps around the state by 50 percent to try to stem the spread of the destructive bug.Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says 1,000 traps were already in place, and the agency is adding about 500 more in areas at high risk of infestation, including nurseries, parks and golf courses.

The move comes after Japanese beetle larvae and pupae were found in containers of plants shipped from a Minnesota nursery to nurseries around North Dakota. The bug has been found in North Dakota before, but officials believe it’s now establishing a population in the state, at least in larger cities.

The bug attacks more than 300 ornamental plants and grasses, fruits and vegetables, trees and agricultural crops including corn and soybeans.

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler has named five new members to the board of the state Economic Development Foundation.They are Perry Miller of Wahpeton, Tommy Kenville of Grand Forks, Gene Veeder of Watford City, and Jared Melville and Barry Batcheller of Fargo.

The foundation is a private group established by the Legislature in 2001 to promote private sector growth and oversee the state’s economic development efforts.

The board meets quarterly to monitor progress toward economic development goals and discuss major business issues. Each member of the board serves a two-year term.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Gov. Doug Burgum and Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford won’t have to testify about their communications in the removal case against McKenzie County Sheriff Gary Schwartzenberger. But two prosecutors and the governor’s attorney will.

Commissioner Karen Klein ruled Burgum and Sanford don’t have to give sworn interviews about any behind-the-scenes involvement in the removal proceedings against Schwartzenberger.

But Klein ordered Deputy Attorney General Troy Seibel, Governor’s Counsel Leslie Oliver and former special prosecutor Bill O’Driscoll to give interviews.

Schwartzenberger’s attorney had subpoenaed all of the officials because he believes Burgum’s office improperly intervened. Burgum ultimately will judge if Schwartzenberger loses his job.

Schwartzenberger is accused of bullying, retaliation and misusing a county credit card. He’s scheduled for trial in September on a misdemeanor charge.

 

MINOT, N.D. (AP) — Minot leaders say the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s proposed new flood plain map could raise insurance premiums for thousands of property owners.

The preliminary map shows about 4,000 properties along the Souris River moving from preferred flood risk to high-risk flood zones.

City engineer Lance Meyer says  a grandfathering provision will keep insurance premiums from rising faster than 18 percent annually for those who lock in their insurance before the new map takes effect. That could happen by July 2018.

The city will have opportunity to appeal elements of the flood map if it believes FEMA’s new calculations are inaccurate.

Flood protection planning and work in Minot has been ongoing since the June 2011 Souris River flood, which caused $700 million in damage in the city.

 

 

MINOT, N.D. (AP) — The city of Minot has hired a Minneapolis law firm to look at legal options regarding two problem-plagued downtown parking ramps.The city has spent millions more than intended on the Renaissance ramp and the Central ramp, and contractors are behind in completing exterior and alley work.

The ramps opened in 2016 after years of construction marked by contractor disputes and delays. The original bid was $10.5 million, but the ramps ended up costing nearly double that.

City Manager Tom Barry says no legal action has begun, but he considers legal representation critical to protecting the city’s investment. He told the City Council earlier this month that the contractor is balking at finishing the structures as originally designed.

PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard has been elected to serve as chairman of the Western Governors’ Association.The governor’s office said Wednesday that he will serve in the post for one year. Daugaard says he looks forward to leading the bipartisan coalition of states.

The Republican governor has also announced the launch of a new association initiative on workforce. Through the initiative, governors aim to identify high-demand skills, add to career training opportunities for students and make strategies for rural communities.

The group plans to hold webinars and outreach events including one in Sioux Falls to meet with regional stakeholders. The association is made up of 19 states and 3 U.S.-flag islands.

The Republican-dominated Western Governors Association has endorsed the aims of the Endangered Species Act but asked Congress to make changes, including giving states a bigger role and clarifying recovery goals for animals protected by the law.

The association approved a resolution on the act Wednesday during a meeting in Whitefish, Montana.

The association includes 14 Republicans, six Democrats and two independents. The vote count wasn’t released.

 

Endangered species protection is controversial because it usually brings restrictions on mining, petroleum drilling, agriculture and other activities.

The governors said Western states benefit economically from healthy species and ecosystems but bear the burden of those restrictions and some of the cost of recovery programs.

Wolves, sage grouse, spotted owls and grizzly bears are among the species that have been protected by the law.

The Republican-dominated Western Governors Association has endorsed the aims of the Endangered Species Act but asked Congress to make changes, including giving states a bigger role and clarifying recovery goals for animals protected by the law.

The association approved a resolution on the act Wednesday during a meeting in Whitefish, Montana.

The association includes 14 Republicans, six Democrats and two independents. The vote count wasn’t released.

Endangered species protection is controversial because it usually brings restrictions on mining, petroleum drilling, agriculture and other activities.

The governors said Western states benefit economically from healthy species and ecosystems but bear the burden of those restrictions and some of the cost of recovery programs.

Wolves, sage grouse, spotted owls and grizzly bears are among the species that have been protected by the law.

 

 

In sports

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown Parks Program will be attending the Tennis Carnival at Bolinger Tennis Courts on Friday, June 30, 2017 from 10:00 – 11:30 am. Please arrive before 10:00.

If you have a tennis racket, please bring your own due to limited racket availability.  For more information, please call the Jamestown Parks & Recreation office, 252-3982.

There will be no supervised Parks Program activities at Meidinger Park, Nickeus Park, McElroy Park, and Leapaldt Park on Friday morning.  All parks will reopen Friday afternoon for normal hours (1:00-4:30).

Valley City  (VCSU)  The Valley City State University athletic department has announced a deal to partner with Under Armour and BSN SPORTS as the official apparel provider for Viking athletics.

As part of the deal, Viking teams will transition all their uniforms and game day apparel to Under Armour over the next few years. Teams and individual student-athletes will also have access to exclusive discounts on Under Armour shoes and accessories.

VCSU Athletic Director, Nate Stewart says, “Viking Athletics is thrilled to partner with Under Armour and BSN SPORTS to serve the equipment and apparel needs of our teams and student-athletes.  Being affiliated with Under Armour will continue to enhance the experience for our student-athletes and serve as a recruiting tool for our coaching staff. Under Armour will help our programs with brand recognition and some exciting, innovative looks for uniforms and practice apparel. The partnership with BSN SPORTS is also exciting as Jeremy Peschel, who is a former VCSU student-athlete, will serve as our sales rep. All of our coaches are excited to work with Jeremy.”

Along with saving student-athletes and the athletic department money, the deal will also provide a consistent look to Viking teams with exceptional Under Armour apparel.

President of BSN SPORTS., Terry Babilla, says, “We are excited to partner with Valley City State University and Under Armour in elevating the performance and impact of their athletics program.  This strategic partnership provides the finest apparel and athletic products to the Viking athletic teams and benefits each student-athlete on the athletic field or court. We are proud to be their partner and pleased that we can elevate the student-athlete experience.”

Valley City State University is member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and a conference member of the North Star Athletic Association. VCSU offers 14 varsity sports, including seven each for men and women.

 

 

AA,,,

Sioux Falls 2, Fargo-Moorhead 0

 

MLB…

INTERLEAGUE

Final Philadelphia 5 Seattle 4

Final Pittsburgh 6 Tampa Bay 2

Final L.A. Angels 3 L.A. Dodgers 2

 

AMERICAN LEAGUE

 

BOSTON (AP) — Adalberto Mejia pitched 5 2/3 innings in his second straight scoreless start, Max Kepler hit a two-run homer and the Minnesota Twins rebounded from two consecutive losses against Boston to beat the Red Sox 4-1 last night. Kepler also had an RBI single, and Miguel Sano added an RBI double to help the Twins improve to 24-11 on the road.

Final Toronto 4 Baltimore 0

Final Kansas City 8 Detroit 2

Final Cleveland 5 Texas 3

Final N-Y Yankees 12 Chi White Sox 3

Final Houston 11 Oakland 8

 

NATIONAL LEAGUE

Final San Francisco 5 Colorado 3

Final Washington 8 Chi Cubs 4

Final N-Y Mets 8 Miami 0

Final Cincinnati 4 Milwaukee 3

Final St. Louis 4 Arizona 3

Final San Diego 7 Atlanta 4

 

WOMEN’S NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

Final Indiana 82 Chicago 75

 

TWINS HUGHES

BOSTON (AP) — Right-hander Phil Hughes has been activated from the 10-day disabled list by the Minnesota Twins. The 31-year-old Hughes had been on the DL since complaining of a “dead feeling” in his pitching shoulder on May 21. He allowed one run in three innings during three rehabilitation appearances at Triple-A.

 

MLB-NEWS…

UNDATED (AP) — One of the Chicago Cubs’ World Series heroes is leaving the club just eight months after helping them win their first championship in 108 years.

Catcher Miguel Montero has been designated for assignment following a rough start to the season and his public criticism of a teammate. The move comes one day after he blamed pitcher Jake Arrieta (ar-ee-EH’-tuh) for allowing seven stolen bases in a 6-1 loss to the Nationals in Washington. Montero said he called Arrieta to apologize and that the right-hander was “totally cool” about the situation.

General manager Jed Hoyer called the criticism “a detriment to what we’re trying to accomplish right now at this point in the season.”

Montero has thrown out just one of 31 potential base-stealers this season while driving in only eight runs in 44 games. He also owns a .286 average with four home runs.

 

NBA-ROCKETS-PAUL

 

HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden is no longer the only All-Star in the Houston Rockets’ backcourt.

The Rockets have acquired Chris Paul from the Clippers in a deal that sends seven players and a draft pick to Los Angeles. Houston parts with Patrick Beverley, Lou Williams, Sam Dekker, Montrezl Harrell, Darrun Hilliard, DeAndre Liggins, Kyle Wiltjer, a protected first-round pick next year and cash considerations.

Paul has averaged 18.7 points, 9.9 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 2.3 steals over his 12-year career. The nine-time All-Star helped the Clippers reach the playoffs the last six years, but the team never advanced to the conference finals.

The deal was announced right after the Rockets picked up Hilliard from Detroit and Liggins from Dallas for cash considerations.

 

 

NBA-KNICKS-JACKSON…

UNDATED (AP) — Phil Jackson is now the former president of the New York Knickerbockers.

The Knicks have issued a statement saying the two sides mutually agreed to part company with two years remaining on Jackson’s $60-million contract.

Jackson took the job in March 2014 and watched the club go 80-166 in his three full seasons at the helm. That stretch included a team-worst 17-65 mark in 2014-15.

The announcement comes days after Jackson reiterated his desire to move Carmelo Anthony and announced his willingness to hear trade offers for Kristaps Porzingis (KRIHS’-tahps pohr-ZIHN’-gihs)

 

TENNIS-WIMBLEDON SEEDINGS…

LONDON (AP) — The “Big 4” of men’s tennis were given the four highest seedings for Wimbledon, which begins next week.

Top-ranked and defending champion Andy Murray is the No. 1 seed, followed by Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Nadal and Djokovic are also in the top four of the ATP rankings, but Federer is No. 5. Stan Wawrinka (vah-VRINK’-ah) is the fifth seed despite his No. 3 ranking.

Angelique Kerber is No. 1 on the women’s side, followed by Simona Halep (HA’-lehp), Karolina Pliskova (kar-ah-LEE’-nuh PLIHSH’-koh-vah) and Elina Svitolina (svih-toh-LEE’-nah).

 

 

In world and national news…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Middle East’s biggest airline says its flights to the United States are operating as normal as new travel guidelines come into effect for travelers for six mainly Muslim nations. Dubai-based Emirates said in response to questions on the travel ban Thursday that it “remains guided by the US Customs and Border Protection on this matter.” The carrier reminded passengers that they “must possess the appropriate travel documents, including a valid US entry visa, in order to travel.”

SAN DIEGO (AP) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers will be key players in putting President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban into effect on Thursday, affecting visitors from six mostly Muslim countries. Instructions issued by the State Department say new applicants from the six countries must prove a relationship with a parent, spouse, child, adult son or daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law or sibling already in the United States to be eligible.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican spokesman says Pope Francis has appreciated Cardinal George Pell’s honesty and commitment during his three years working to reform the Vatican’s finances. The statement said Pell has “openly and repeatedly condemned as immoral and intolerable” acts of sexual abuse against minors. It said the pope granted Pell a leave of absence to defend himself.

MOSUL, Iraq (AP) — An Iraqi commander says his forces have taken Mosul’s landmark al-Nuri Mosque compound that was destroyed by the Islamic State group last week. Lt. Gen. Abdul Wahab al-Saadi says special forces reached the compound and took control of the surrounding streets on Thursday afternoon, following a dawn push into the area. Earlier, special forces Maj. Gen. Sami al-Aridi warned the site will need to be cleared by engineering teams as IS fighters likely rigged it with explosives.

BEIJING (AP) — China appears to be responding to criticism that prison authorities failed to provide sufficient care to the ailing Nobel Peace laureate Liu Xiaobo, saying that he received regular health checks but nothing abnormal was detected until May. A government statement from the city where Liu is being treated says medical teams were quickly assembled to diagnose and treat Liu for late-stage liver cancer. A video clip emerged overnight on YouTube in which Liu thanks wardens for taking care of him.