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Fire Danger Rating Monday Very High Stutsman, Barnes..
Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Police investigated a two vehicle crash about 1:30-p.m. at the intersection of 20th Street and Highway 281.
Reports from the scene say two pickup trucks were involved.
The intersection was blocked by the trucks, and traffic was rerouted away from the scene until the wreckage was cleared.
Two Jamestown Ambulance Service units were on the scene.
No immediate word on injuries.
More information when the accident report is filed.
Bismarck (CSi) – Gov. Doug Burgum Monday joined ADM in announcing plans to build North Dakota’s first dedicated soybean crushing plant and refinery in Spiritwood, N.D. The $350 million crush and refining complex will create 70 permanent jobs and have the capacity to process up to 150,000 bushels of soybeans per day. It’s expected to be completed prior to the 2023 harvest, according to ADM.
Burgum says, “This soybean processing plant is a gamechanger for North Dakota farmers, adding value and expanding the market for this important crop closer to home while also supporting the production of products such as renewable green diesel right here in North Dakota. Now, with innovative leader ADM and collaboration with local economic development and multiple state agencies, this exciting value-added project has come to fruition. We’re deeply grateful for ADM’s investment in our state and our highly productive farmers as well as the tireless efforts of so many who helped make this happen, including the Office of State Tax Commissioner, the Jamestown/Stutsman County Development Corp., North Dakota Department of Commerce, North Dakota Department of Agriculture, Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford, the state Legislature, and our entire congressional delegation.”
North Dakota was ranked ninth in the nation in soybean production in 2020, producing over 190 million bushels of soybeans, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Cass County was the nation’s top soybean producing county as recently as 2018, and Stutsman, Richland and Barnes also have ranked in the top 20 soybean-producing counties in recent years.
On Monday the Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation (JSDC) discussed a proposal for incentives following the firm commitment of ADM.
Senator John Hoeven says, the plans include redeveloping the former Cargill Malting plant for use in processing soybeans into oil and meal.
The initial announcement does not include a construction start date but anticipates completion in 2023.
He says, “We’re pleased that this new plant will be open in 2023, as it will provide a significant new market for North Dakota soybean growers, while creating good jobs and economic growth. We appreciate the work of ADM, as well as the governor, the other members of the delegation and the Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation for their efforts on this exciting new opportunity.”
Senator John Hoeven says, the plans include redeveloping the former Cargill Malting plant for use in processing soybeans into oil and meal.
The initial announcement does not include a construction start date but anticipates completion in 2023.
He says, “We’re pleased that this new plant will be open in 2023, as it will provide a significant new market for North Dakota soybean growers, while creating good jobs and economic growth. We appreciate the work of ADM, as well as the governor, the other members of the delegation and the Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation for their efforts on this exciting new opportunity.”
More information on Tuesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2 with JSDC Business Development Director Corry Shevlin.
Covid-19 Dashboard Update, Following the end of the statewide COVID-19 emergency declaration on April 30, all COVID-19 daily updates will be published through the NDDoH COVID-19 Dashboard.
NDDoH
COVID-19 Stats
11:00 a.m.
Mon. May 10, 2021
Barnes
New Positives 0
Total Positives: 1412
Active: 7
Recovered 1374
Stutsman:
New Positives: 1
Total Positives: 3506
Active: 16
Recovered: 3409
- Cases reported on Monday
NEW CASES: 45
TOTAL ACTIVE CASES: 818
TOTAL CASES: 108,526
TOTAL RECOVERED: 106,209
DAILY TEST POSITIVITY RATE: 7.48%
Active Hospitalizations 41
- DEATHS, NEWLY REPORTED: Zero
- TOTAL DEATHS: 1,499
Jamestown (CVHD) Central Valley Health has set more vaccination clinics. Appointments are required and are first come, first serve. Once the clinics are full, they will be closed for registration.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Vaccine Type: MODERNA
Event Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Vaccine Type: MODERNA
Event Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Vaccine Type: PFIZER
Event Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Vaccine Type: MODERNA
Event Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Monday, May 24, 2021
Vaccine Type: MODERNA
Event Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Friday, May 28, 2021
Vaccine Type: MODERNA
Event Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Vaccine Type: MODERNA
Event Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Event Location: Central Valley Health District
Review the due date on the back of your CDC COVID vaccination record card prior to registering.
Review the due date on the back of your CDC COVID vaccination record card prior to registering.
Appointments are required and are first come, first serve. Once the clinics are full, they will be closed for registration.
To register for an appointment, visit our website www.centralvalleyhealth.org and click the “COVID-19” tab.
Jamestown (JPD) The Jamestown Police Department is warning residents of a convicted sex offender, who has relocated in Jamestown.
John Robert Westlie now lives at 1530 6th Avenue, SW Buffalo Motel, Room # 21 Jamestown, ND
He presently has no vehicle.
Westlie is a 34 year old white male, five feet eight inches tall, weighing 155 pounds with blue eyes and blond hair.
He has been assigned a high risk assessment by the North Dakota risk level committee of the North Dakota Attorney General’s Office.
Offense: Gross Sexual Imposition, while in residential placement for a previous offense, involving fondling a nine year old boy on numerous occasions while riding in a van with adult staff members.
Conviction Date: October 2004 in Burleigh County, ND Juvenile Court.
Disposition: 12 months in custody of DJS.
Offense: Gross Sexual Imposition, engaging in a sex act with two boys age three and six, and fondling a three year old girl.
Conviction Date: January 2003 in Williams County, ND Juvenile Court.
Disposition: 12 months custody DJS.
Westlie is currently of GPS Monitoring.
Westlie is not wanted by police at this time and has served the sentence imposed by the court.
his notification is meant for public safety and not to increase fear in the community, nor should this information be used to threaten, assault, or intimidate the offender.
Any attempts to harass, intimidate or threaten these offenders, their families, landlords, or employers will be turned over for prosecution.
Printed handouts of the demographics of John Robert Westlie are available at the Jamestown Police Department.
More information on registered sex offenders is available at the North Dakota Attorney General’s web site: www.sexoffender.nd.gov
The Jamestown Police Department wants to warn Jamestown residents of a new convicted high risk sex offender who is residing within the city of Jamestown.
Name: Loring Riel Sky Rush
Address: 1009 5th Ave NE
Jamestown, ND 58401
Vehicle: Beige 2013 GMC Terrain
ND lic/197CTJ
Age: 35
Sex: Male
Race: American Indian
Height: 5′ 10″
Weight: 222
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
Mr. Rush has been assigned a high risk assessment by the North Dakota risk level committee, Office of the Attorney General.
Offense: Sexual Assault – Rush went to an apartment with his girlfriend and began playing “quarters” with a 15 year old girl. After his girlfriend went to bed, he took the girl on the balcony and had intercourse with her even though she claims she told him no. Conviction Date: 05/10/2007 in Grand Forks County District Court, ND. Disposition: 5 years; 3 years suspended; credit for time served since 09/11/2016; 5 years supervised probation.
Rush is currently on GPS monitoring.
Rush is not wanted by police at this time and has served the sentence imposed by the court. This notification is meant for public safety and not to increase fear in the community, nor should this information be used to threaten, assault or intimidate the offender. Attempts to harass, intimidate or threaten these offenders or their families, landlords or employers will be turned over for prosecution. Printed handouts of the demographics of Mr. Rush are available at the Jamestown Police Department.
Mr. Rush is currently on probation with ND Parole and Probation.
More information on registered offenders is available on the Attorney General’s website at www.sexoffender.nd.gov/.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Gov. Doug Burgum says North Dakota will end its participation in the federal government’s pandemic-related unemployment assistance programs, effective June 19. Burgum says that ending the $300 weekly federal supplemental benefit that is on top of state benefits is being done “to help address the ongoing workforce shortage across the state.” North Dakota had 16,396 online job openings in April, which was nearly 50 percent higher than the same period in 2020 and represents the state’s largest number of online job openings since July 2015 Burgum said more than 8,300 people are claiming unemployment benefits under the programs being terminated.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Gov. Doug Burgum has announced that he signed five remaining bills from the recently adjourned 2021 legislative session. Burgum signed a total of 501 bills out of nearly 850 bills introduced by the Legislature. The governor vetoed four bills in their entirety and partially vetoed one bill. The Legislature adjourned on April 29, finishing its session in 76 days, just short of the 80-day maximum set by the North Dakota Constitution. Burgum had 15 business days to sign bills in his possession when the Legislature adjourned. Burgum signed the remaining bills on Monday.
Valley City (Chamber 5-10-21) On Monday, Valley City Mayor, Dave Carlsrud has issued a new weekly message to residents
Hi There,
We have certainly had a variety of weather here! In places like Arizona, weather has very little change, comparatively speaking, so we have many more opportunities conducive to discussing weather. Can you imagine how boring it is watching weather forecasts in those places?
It has been nice enough to be out enjoying the good air and some sun; I hope you have been out there.
Sue and I have been walking quite a bit, her more than me of course. Anyway, there seems to be less litter and more drivers yielding right of way to pedestrians in crosswalks. Kudos to you who are helping. You DO make a difference.
A request. Someone is continually throwing banana peelings on the west hospital boulevard ……. If it is you, will you please refrain from the practice? Thank you.
We have many amenities in Valley City, the Gaukler Wellness Center, swimming pool, libraries, parks, golf courses and great schools to name a few. We are a smaller community and don’t have resources to be as independent as some may like. Perhaps partnering can help solve some of the challenges. Sue and I partner with our neighbors, sharing yard work, mechanical challenges and security. We are not very mechanical, but we can mow lawn for our neighbors and they help us with some mechanical projects. Take a little time to visit with your neighbors, you may be pleasantly surprised and find some partnering opportunities too.
Al LaFave, VCSU President; Josh Johnson, VCPS Superintendent; Bill Carlblom, Barnes County Commission Chairman and I as Mayor meet once per month to share needs and discuss ways in which we might utilize partnering.
Our Ministerial Association is another example of partnering. You get the idea. Larry Robinson says, “Let’s join hands, the answer is somewhere in the middle”.
Our City Employee Appreciation Night was held Friday evening. We are fortunate having the employees we do; they do great jobs for us. Thanks to each of you.
COVID-19 Vaccine is making a difference. Our CCHD has vaccine on hand and welcome walk-ins for vaccinations. To minimize your time, please call ahead, 845-8518. Having immunization is comforting.
“Kindness is a language the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” (Mark Twain)
Blessings, Be Kind, Be Respectful and Pray
Dave
Dave Carlsrud
Valley City (CSi) Effective 8-a.m. Tuesday, May 11, Barnes County 21 south (Kathryn Road) will be closed approximately 3.5 miles north of ND Highway 46 near the City of Kathryn. A tentative reopening of the roadway is scheduled for 5:30 PM Wednesday, May 12th. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes, no detour will be provided.
Jamestown (CSi) — Unison Bank announces that the Jamestown High School (JHS) Art Class as its featured artist for May 2021.
Each month, Unison Bank features local artists, photographers, quilters and creators and their products or services. Since 2013, they have featured 87 artisans.
May’s featured artist group, JHS Art Class, have displayed a variety of artwork within the lobby of Unison Bank in Jamestown, N.D. A few unique pieces that the group has worked on to display includes painted ceiling tiles as part of a senior class art project, various artwork from Art 2 class and pencil portraits by Art 1 class.
“We are excited to have the opportunity to display some of the artwork from our students at JHS. We have many talented students who have a passion for making art,” said JHS Art Instructor & Department Chair, Michael Dietz. Dietz instructs Art 1, Art 2, Art 3, Art 4 and AP Studio Art – which offers dual credit for high school and college.
JHS students who have their work currently displayed include Katie Schmitz, CaSara Messner, McKenna Jackson, Hannah Murchie, Claire Frohlich, Taylor Williamson, Chloe Stahlecker, Kaden DeGroot, Alyssa Hertz and Olivia Sorlie.
“We’re honored to allow local artists the opportunity to display their unique talents,” said Unison Bank President & CEO, Kelly Rachel. “Our doors are open, and we invite the community to stop by and see what these artists have to offer.”
To learn more about how to purchase a painting or about the Unison Bank Artist of the Month program, please contact Unison Bank at (701) 253-5600.
Valley City (Public Works) The Valley City Public Works Department will be flushing hydrants in the city beginning May. 11th 2021, for approximately two weeks to a month.
Water pressure may vary and residents may notice discolored water conditions during this time; however, the water will remain safe to drink.
To avoid any inconvenience, residents should check their water before doing laundry, and store water for drinking and cooking. Call Public Works at 845-0380 if you have any questions.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — An annual report using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows North Dakota’s rate of workplace deaths remains among the highest in the country. The annual report released by the AFL-CIO shows that 37 North Dakota workers died in 2019 due to on-the-job injuries. The rate of 9.7 deaths per 100,000 workers was third-highest in the nation, behind Alaska and Wyoming. Nationally, 5,333 workers were killed on the job in 2019 and an estimated 90,000 died from occupational diseases. The labor union federation says the overall rate of fatal job injuries was 2.8 per 100,000.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — A Fargo man was has been sentenced to life in prison without parole in the death of his girlfriend. Forty-six-year-old Sheldon Davis, was sentenced Monday. He was convicted in March of murder, arson and endangering by fire in the death of 52-year-old Denise Anderson. Her body was found in Davis’ apartment after a fire on Aug 1, 2019. Authorities say Anderson died of traumatic injuries before the fire. The jury only deliberated about an hour before convicting Davis. Davis had denied the allegations and said someone else had killed Anderson.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The United Tribes Technical College International Powwow and associated events will return late this summer after a year’s hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, the Tribal Leaders Summit that’s traditionally held at the Bismarck Event Center before the outdoor powwow has been called off a second year. The Bismarck Tribune reports this year’s powwow will be the weekend of Sept. 10-12. The powwow put on by the five American Indian tribes in North Dakota typically brings about 10,000 people to Bismarck and boosts the area economy by more than $4 million
In sports…
Jamestown (CSi) — Sports physicals for student athletes are now available from the only comprehensive sports medicine team in Jamestown.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team now offers sports physicals in time for upcoming sports seasons.
“JRMC is proud to serve as the official sports medicine team of the Jamestown High School Blue Jays,” said Patrick Walter, PA-C. “As such, we’re offering a quick, easy and inexpensive sports physical solution, for students who need them.”
Walter joined the JRMC team in 2016. Originally from Bowman, N.D., Walter earned his Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, N.D. He is certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
Walter sees patients of all ages, injuries and post-operative visits. He also sees same-day patients and assists Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael T. Dean.
Sports physicals take about 20 minutes and cost $40. They do not include vaccines or a well-child visit.
To schedule an appointment, call (701) 952-4878 or visit www.jrmcnd.com/sports-physical. Learn how JRMC is keeping people safe at www.jrmcnd.com/covid-safety.
About Jamestown Regional Medical Center
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is located at 2422 20th St. SW, Jamestown, N.D. and serves approximately 55,000 people in nine counties. In 2021, it was named a “Top 100 Critical Access Hospital” for the eighth consecutive year. Modern Healthcare named JRMC a “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” each year since 2017. For more information, visit www.jrmcnd.com or call (701) 952-1050.
In world and national news…
JERUSALEM (AP) — Hamas militants have fired dozens of rockets into Israel, including a barrage that set off air raid sirens as far away as Jerusalem. The rocket fire came after hundreds of Palestinians were hurt in clashes with Israeli police at a flashpoint religious site in the contested holy city. The rocket fire drew heavy Israeli retaliation in the Gaza Strip. Health officials said at least 20 people, including nine children, were killed in fighting, making it one of the bloodiest days of battle between the bitter enemies in several years. The fighting escalated already heightened tensions throughout the region following weeks of confrontations between Israeli police and Palestinian protesters in Jerusalem. Those confrontations have threatened to lead to a wider conflict.
LONDON (AP) — In less than a week, people in England will be able to give someone outside their household bubble a hug for the first time since restrictions were put in place in March last year when the coronavirus. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed Monday that he has given the go-ahead for that much-missed human contact from May 17 as part of the next round of lockdown easing following a sharp fall in new coronavirus infections. Other easing measures included the reopening of pubs and restaurants indoors as well as cinemas and hotels, and allowing two households to meet up inside a home. However, he stressed that people should exercise common sense.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Millions of Californians would get tax rebates of up to $1,100 under a proposal unveiled by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom. He’s branding it as part of the state’s response to the pandemic. Individuals and households making between $30,000 and $75,000 annually would get a $600 payment under Newsom’s plan announced Monday. All households making up to $75,000 with at least one child, including immigrants who file taxes, would get an extra $500 payment. The payments are part of what Newsom is calling a $100 billion plan to boost the state’s economic recovery. It also comes as Newsom faces a recall election.
STOWE, Vt. (AP) — States are pushing the unemployed to return to work to help businesses large and small find the workers they need to emerge from the COVID-19 recession. Some argue the generous unemployment benefits offered when the economy crashed are making it too easy for people to not return to work. Now some states are reinstating a requirement that anyone who collects unemployment must look for work. At least three states, Arkansas, Montana and South Carolina, are ending the $300 supplemental benefit that is on top of state benefits. Labor experts say the shortage is not just about the payment, with some people reluctant to look for work because they fear catching the virus. Others have found new jobs.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lafayette Square, the park across from the White House, has reopened to the public. It had been closed for nearly a year after federal authorities fenced off the area at the height of nationwide protests over policing following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The park offers the public perhaps the best view of the White House. It closed after U.S. Park Police officers forcefully dispersed protesters from Lafayette Square before former President Donald Trump walked across the park to stand near St. John’s Church to pose before cameras holding a Bible.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The operator of a major U.S. pipeline hit by a cyberattack says it hopes to have service mostly restored by the end of the week. Colonial Pipeline offered that update Monday after revealing that it had halted operations because of a ransomware attack. The FBI has linked the attack to a criminal gang. The cyberattack is raising concern that supplies of gasoline, jet fuel and diesel could be disrupted in parts of the East Coast if the outage lasts several more days. The Colonial Pipeline transports gasoline and other fuel through 10 states between Texas and New Jersey, delivering roughly 45% of fuel consumed on the East Coast.
The Treasury Department is launching its $350 billion program to distribute aid to state and local governments. It will give the U.S. economy an added boost after relatively modest hiring in April. The aid is part of President Joe Biden’s larger $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package that became law in March. Biden said Monday that the country is “moving in the right direction” but that no one ever said the process would be easy. Administration officials say payments could begin to go out in the coming days to eligible governments, allowing state, local, territorial and tribal officials to offset the economic damage from the pandemic.
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