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.MONDAY NIGHT…INCREASING CLOUDS. LOWS IN THE LOWER 40S.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. A 20 PERCENT CHANCE
OF RAIN. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 50S. LOWS IN THE LOWER 40S.
.WEDNESDAY…PARTLY SUNNY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN. HIGHS
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Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Police reports that two individuals were arrested in Jamestown Wednesday afternoon after a high speed chase, started shortly after 12 noon.
Police attempted to pull over 26 year old Harmony Olafson and 40 year old Travis Patzner after license plate readings on a blue 2004 BMW 530i showed that they were not registered to the vehicle. The registered owner of the BMW is from Linton.
Authorities say after traveling normally, the vehicle sped up and reached speeds of 90 to 100 mph.
The chase led authorities for 1 1/2 miles before they were able to apprehend Patzner and Olafson outside Eldridge, where the vehicle took a gravel road and went westbound until a dead end at the road, where the vehicle was rendered not drivable
When the vehicle came to a stop and both Olafson and Patzner fled on foot. Olafson was caught seconds after fleeing and Patzner was found shortly after.
Olafson faces charges of preventing arrest and fleeing a police officer. Patzner faces charges of preventing arrest, fleeing, reckless driving, possession of a controlled substance and violating the 24/7 program.
The investigation continues and additional charges may be filed. The Stutsman County Sheriff’s Office and North Dakota Highway Patrol also assisted with the pursuit.
(CSi)) – The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the shooting of two dogs and two cats near their owners’ homes in the Ypsilanti and Montpelier areas of Stutsman County.
The news release states, On August 9, 2015 the perpetrators shot repeatedly at two Pyrenees dogs, Gracie and Georgia Rose, while they were in their owner’s yard. The shooters fired a .22-caliber rifle once at Gracie, and a shotgun three times at Georgia. Both dogs are recovering from their wounds.
Detective Major Jason Falk with the Stutsman County’s Sheriff Office provided details on the subsequent deaths of the two cats. On Aug. 26, Michael Keyes arrived at his home in the Ypsilanti-area around 5:30 p.m. and found his cat dead with a gunshot wound to the head from a small-caliber rifle.
On September 7, Jenny Olson found her cat shot in the stomach in the yard of her Ypsilanti home. She rushed the cat to a veterinarian, but the animal died the next day from sustained injuries.
Falk stated that the two cats were wearing collars, so the shooters must have known they were pets. North Dakota’s animal abuse statute prohibits any act resulting in physical injury to an animal or causes their death, including the tragic shootings of these four animals.
Animal Cruelty: Getting the serious attention of law enforcement, prosecutors, and the community in cases involving allegations of cruelty to animals is an essential step in protecting the community. The connection between animal cruelty and human violence is well documented. Studies show a correlation between animal cruelty and all manner of other crimes, from narcotics and firearms violations to battery and sexual assault.
North Dakota state director for The HSUS, T.J. Jerke says,”There is no excuse for killing these defenseless cats, and wounding these two dogs. It’s very sad and concerning story to see beloved members of these families brutally shot near their homes, and we hope this reward will help catch those responsible for these abusive acts.”
The Stutsman County Sheriff’s is investigating, and anyone with information about the case is asked to call Major Jason Falk at 701-251-6200.
Resources: The HSUS Animal Cruelty Campaign raises public awareness and educates communities about the connection between animal cruelty and human violence while providing a variety of resources to law enforcement agencies, social work professionals, educators, legislators and families. The HSUS offers rewards in animal cruelty cases across the country and works to strengthen laws against animal cruelty.
The National Sheriffs’ Association and The HSUS recently launched ICE BlackBox, a free smartphone tool, to allow users to record video of illegal animal cruelty and share it securely with law enforcement for possible investigation and prosecution.
The HSUS recently doubled its standard cruelty reward from $2,500 to $5,000 thanks to a generous donation from an HSUS board member.
To see information on statistics, trends, laws and animal cruelty categories, click here.
Jamestown (CSi) The Stutsman County Veterans Service Officer, David Bratton reminds vets of upcoming events and services available.
On Wednesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, David pointed out that at the Fargo V.A.’s 3rd floor auditorium on Friday October 16, 2015 there will be a Breast Cancer Awareness Health Fair, from noon –to 3-p.m., featuring a Survival Panel. Medical professional will be on hand as well.
He added that the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month there is a Vets Center/PTSD group meeting from 12:30-p.m., to 2-p.m., at the LEC lower level meeting room. Private consultations are available at that time.
He reminded area vets of the free Flu Clinic at the Jamestown VA Clinic, with the next clinics set for October 21, and 28from 9-a.m. to 3-p.m.
Also available is the 24 hour,Veterans Crisis Line, at 1-800-273-8255.
The Veterans Stand-downs are available for those needing assistance filing claims, plus other programs and services that area available.
He said the West Acres Cinema in Fargo will be screening the movie, “Project 22,” the story of two veterans crossing the country promoting PTSD awareness, with the showing October 28, 2015, at 7:30-p.m. Reservations are required, due to limited seating.
The Burleigh County VA Van makes regular stops in Jamestown on the way to the Fargo VA Clinic, and back.
Those wanting more information on various services, and more, may contact the Stutsman County Veterans Service Office at 252-9043, located in the lower level of the LEC in Jamestown.
The office is open 8-a.m. to noon, and 1-p.m. to 5-p.m., Monday through Friday, except for holidays.
Jamestown (CSi) Work is progressing to convert a downtown church garage into a bus depot for Jamestown.
Recently the First Congregational United Church of Christ has made their garage at 119 2nd Ave. S.E available to Jamestown Bus Stop, INC., to remodel for a Bus Depot. Fund raising efforts are continuing.
Bus depot organizer, Charlie Kourajian points out the the garage fixing up to meet building codes, includes excavating to bring in water and sewer lines to install a restroom, meet ADA regulations, install heating and cooling, insulate the facility and put in two partition walls. The budget for all this is $20,000.
Jamestown Bus Stop, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation is accepting gifts of any amount to compliment the $5,000 commitment by the City of Jamestown to help the organization to fulfill its mission “To provide a safe, comfortable place for bus riders to wait for the bus to arrive.” There will also be a computer and ticket printer at the location so individuals can purchase their tickets onsite.
Charlie will be on the Wayne Byers Show, on Monday October 19th at 8:25 a.m. with additional updates.
Budget for Remodeling the Building in the Congregational Church Parking Lot Into A Bus Depot:
Bringing sewer and water to the building
and plumbing costs to install restroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000
Electrical work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,000
Building materials to fir the walls and insulate them,
heater/cooling,windows, shelving, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,000
Most labor will be volunteer, some professional . . . . . . . . . . $3,000
TOTAL $20,000
Public funds will be used for the cost of bring sewer and water to the
building and the restroom.
The remainder of the budget will be raised by grants and private
donations.
All amounts are estimates and could be more or less, which will
determine our fundraising efforts.
Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown and Valley City have events/activities set for this Halloween.
October 30-31 The Haunted Village, at Frontier Village 8-p.m. to midnight, each night. The entrance fee is $5 and a non-parishable food item.
October 30th
The annual “Ruckus at the Rec” Halloween celebration is set in Valley City, for 6-p.m., to 8-p.m. There will be a variety of games for children ages 2 through 6th grade with prizes for everyone.
Donations will also be taken at the door for the Barnes County Food Pantry. Volunteers & donations are needed
Those interested in volunteering to help, contact the Valley City Parks & Recreation office at 845-3294.
Halloween Party, James River Family Fitness, time to be announced.
October 31
Trick or Treating at the Buffalo Mall 3-p.m., to 5-p.m.
Treat Night at Frontier Village 5-p.m., to 7-p.m
Trunk or Treat, Victory Lutheran Church, 5:30-p.m., to 7:30-p.m.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Fire caused an estimated $10,000 in damage to a Bismarck apartment building.
No injuries were reported in the Wednesday fire in a third-floor apartment of the 24-unit building. The blaze damaged a deck, siding and soffit.
Investigators say the fire might have been started by improperly discarded smoking materials or by an electrical outlet malfunction. It was ruled accidental.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota’s attorney general tells the Associated Press that he will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review an appeals court ruling that the state’s law banning abortions when a fetal heartbeat is detected is unconstitutional. Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem (STEHN’-juhm) has until Tuesday to make the formal request.
LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. (AP) – Lake Havasu City police say a North Dakota man has died after he accidentally shot himself in the stomach while cleaning his gun.
Today’s News-Herald reports that Sergeant Troy Stirling says 70-year-old Rod Iverson’s wife came home Tuesday morning and noticed him slumped in his chair. He told her he was hurt.
The part-time Havasu resident had shot himself in the abdomen with a .9-millimeter handgun while cleaning multiple guns in his garage.
Iverson died in the operating room at Havasu Regional Medical Center.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A Fargo woman accused of calling an ambulance to take her children to school is facing a felony terrorizing charge for allegedly threatening police officers.
Authorities allege 30-year-old Dana Lee called 911 on Monday morning, requesting an ambulance to take her 2- and 6-year-old children to school, citing strong winds. Police say she later threatened to shoot officers who responded to her home.
Lee faces a felony charge that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison. She could enter a plea during a Nov. 12 hearing.
The Associated Press requested comment from defense attorney Nicholas Thornton.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A Mandaree man accused of killing another man with his bare hands on the Fort Berthold Reservation has been deemed competent to stand trial.
Federal Judge Dan Hovland says he’ll likely schedule 32-year-old Marcel Chase to stand trial early next year in the December 2014 death of Toby Young Bear.
Authorities allege Chase killed Young Bear during a fight while the two men were using methamphetamine.
Hovland earlier ordered Chase to undergo a psychiatric evaluation after Chase’s defense attorney said he plans to rely on an insanity defense.
A forensic pathologist diagnosed Chase with schizophrenia, drug use disorders and anxiety disorder. She also said his schizophrenia appeared to be in partial remission thanks to medications, and that he’s able to assist in his own defense.
MINOT, N.D. (AP) – A Wyoming man will serve two years in prison after pleading guilty to a child sex crime in North Dakota.
Timothy Caldwell of Sheridan, Wyoming, admitting to having sex with a 13-year-old girl in 2010 – an encounter that produced a child. The victim pressed charges four years later.
Caldwell pleaded guilty to gross sexual imposition. Judge Richard Hagar this week gave him credit for the half year he’s served in a county jail and ordered him to spend another 1 1/2 years in the State Penitentiary. He’ll be on probation for five years after his prison time.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A federal judge in North Dakota took a new seat in the courtroom to testify over allegations he promised a Bismarck attorney “a favor” if he agreed to defend a man convicted of gunning down another man 10 years ago.
U.S. District Judge Ralph Erickson in 2008 sentenced Gabriel Martinez to life in prison for the drug-related killing of Lee Avila in an East Grand Forks, Minnesota, trailer home.
Martinez says his attorney in the case, Thomas Dickson, and Erickson worked together to convince the defendant to change his plea to guilty rather than going to trial as he wanted.
Erickson testified that he asked Dickson to take the case, but never discussed possible sentences.
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Viken from South Dakota presided over Wednesday’s hearing in Fargo.
WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) – A restaurant in Williston that had become a hot spot for Hawaiian-style food has been shut down after being deemed a public nuisance.
The Hula Grill faced complaints about creating a constant smell of barbecue in the area. Owner Jerry Wong says the city ordered him to find a better way to ventilate his kitchen, but he couldn’t find anyone to do the work. He says the city rejected his last-ditch plan to have a friend do it.
Wong says the city pulled his license on Monday. He says his 10 employees might lose their jobs.
Senior City Inspector Martin Colgan declined comment. Mayor Howard Klug says Wong was given twice as much time as normal to fix the problem.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota transportation officials say that law enforcement officers throughout the state worked more than 300 hours of overtime last month in a campaign to deter distracted driving.
The state Department of Transportation says the added patrols in September resulted in 318 citations, including 149 for distracted driving. The state’s texting law carries a $100 fine.
DOT spokeswoman Karin Mongeon (MOH’-zhawn) says annual surveys have shown that distracted driving is becoming an increasing problem in the state and the campaign is meant to save lives.
Funding for the program is provided by federal money distributed through the DOT.
In sports…
WNBA CHAMPIONSHIP…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Sylvia Fowles had 20 points and 11 rebounds as the Minnesota Lynx captured their third championship in five years with a 69-52 victory over the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. Seimone Augustus added 16 points for the Lynx. Tamika Catchings had 18 points and 11 rebounds for the Fever.
MLB…
AMERICAN LEAGUE PLAYOFFS…
TORONTO (AP) – Jose Bautista (boh-TEE’-stah) launched a three-run homer, and the Toronto Blue Jays advanced to the American League Championship Series for the first time in 22 years by scoring four times in the seventh inning of a 6-3 triumph over the Texas Rangers. Elvis Andrus (AN’-droos) and Mitch Moreland combined to make errors on three consecutive plays in the seventh to load the bases before Josh Donaldson hit into a fielder’s choice that scored the tying run. Bautista followed with a three-run blast, a 442-foot blast over the center field fence.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Johnny Cueto (KWAY’-toh) worked seven outstanding innings to pitch the Kansas City Royals to a 7-2 win over Houston and a berth in the American League Championship Series. Cueto gave up just two hits and retired his final 16 hitters after Luis Valbuena hit a two-run homer in the second inning. Alex Rios put the Royals ahead to stay with a two-run double in the fifth, three innings before Kendrys Morales added a three-run homer.
Game 1 of the ALCS is Friday in Kansas City.
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PRESEASON
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) – Gorgui Dieng scored 14 and Tayshaun Prince had 13 to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to their first win of the preseason. Minnesota came from behind to beat the Toronto Raptors 89-87 on Wednesday night. James Johnson and Delon Wright each scored 11 points.
Final Charlotte 113 L-A Clippers 71
Final Boston 109 Brooklyn 105
Final Detroit 114 Chicago 91
Final Atlanta 100 San Antonio 86
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Final Ottawa 7 Columbus 3
Final Philadelphia 3 Chicago 0
Final Boston 6 Colorado 2
Final Arizona 4 Anaheim 0
NFL…
Reserve Sean Richardson has been placed on season-ending injured reserve by the Green Bay Packers after the safety suffered his second neck injury in three years.
LAMAR ODOM UPDATE…
LAS VEGAS (AP) – A Nevada brothel is providing details of Lamar Odom’s days-long visit that ended when he was found unconscious there on Tuesday.
A spokesman for Love Ranch owner Dennis Hof, says it was Odom’s first visit to the brothel, adding that the former NBA star scheduled his stay more than a week ago and on Saturday asked for a ride, arriving at about 4:30 p.m. Spokesman Richard Hunter says Odom spent an amount beyond five figures, and authorities say Odom took over-the-counter sexual performance enhancers during his stay.
Hunter says Odom reported doing cocaine before his visit and knew the brothel had a strict anti-drug policy. He says the women who work there are trained to “stop the party” if drugs are seen.
Odom is on life support at a Las Vegas hospital after being found unconscious at the Crystal, Nevada, brothel.
In world and national news…
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Barack Obama plans to keep 5,500 U.S. troops in Afghanistan when he leaves office in 2017. Obama had originally planned to pull out all but a small, embassy-based U.S. military presence by the end of next year. But military leaders argued for months that the Afghans needed additional assistance and support from the U.S. to beat back a resurgent Taliban and retain gains made over the last 14 year.
NEW YORK (AP) – Officials say a glitch in the computer system that checks passenger names against a terror watch list caused major delays in New York and other international airports. Federal officials say the Homeland Security Department’s computer system went down for about 90 minutes last night. Customs and Border Protection said in a statement there was no indication the service disruption was malicious in nature. But it’s not clear what caused the problem.
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) – An Iranian passenger plane has safely landed with 426 passengers on board after part of an engine fell off in flight. The deputy head of Mahan Air tells state TV that the pilots of the Boeing 747 decided to return to Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport two minutes after takeoff when, “A piece of engine number three came off and hit the body of the plane.” He said all passengers left for their destination on another aircraft.
BALTIMORE (AP) – Baltimore police have disbanded an overnight sit-in at City Hall. Activists opposed making the city’s interim police commissioner permanent. The protest erupted yesterday over numerous demands for better policing. Several of the demonstrators could be seen by an Associated Press reporter as they were led off in plastic handcuffs and loaded into transport vehicles. Police said in a statement that a small number of protesters had decided to leave after hours of warnings to the demonstrators and that others refused to leave.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – California Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom would like voters to tighten the state’s gun laws. He’s unveiling a proposal today to restrict ammunition sales, require gun owners to turn in large capacity magazines and require owners to report lost or stolen guns. If adopted, California would become the first state to require background checks for ammunition at the point of sale. Other states require purchasers to obtain licenses and go through background checks ahead of time. Newsome is running for governor in 2018.
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