Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Dec 19

CSi Weather…

REST OF TODAY…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH ISOLATED SNOW SHOWERS. HIGHS
AROUND 20. NORTHWEST WINDS AROUND 15 MPH. CHANCE OF SNOW
20 PERCENT.

(LIGHT SNOW WILL CONTINUE THROUGH THE AFTERNOON. NEW SNOWFALL ACCUMULATIONS UP TO 1 INCH WILL POSSIBLE ESPECIALLY ALONG AND NORTH OF HIGHWAY 52.)

.TONIGHT…DECREASING CLOUDS. COLDER. LOWS NEAR ZERO. NORTHWEST WINDS AROUND 10 MPH.

WIND CHILL VALUES APPROACHING 20 BELOW ZERO CAN BE EXPECTED EARLY THURSDAY MORNING.

.THURSDAY…SUNNY. HIGHS 10 TO 15. NORTHWEST WINDS 5 TO 10 MPH.
.THURSDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS AROUND 5 BELOW. SOUTHWEST
WINDS AROUND 5 MPH.
.FRIDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS AROUND 20. SOUTH WINDS AROUND
5 MPH.
.FRIDAY NIGHT…PARTLY CLOUDY. LOWS 5 TO 10 ABOVE.
.SATURDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. HIGHS 15 TO 20.
LOWS ZERO TO 5 ABOVE.
.SUNDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. HIGHS AROUND 10. LOWS
ZERO TO 5 ABOVE.
.MONDAY…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF SNOW. HIGHS
10 TO 15.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND CHRISTMAS DAY…CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE
OF SNOW. LOWS ZERO TO 5 ABOVE. HIGHS 5 TO 10 ABOVE.

 

Jamestown, ND (KCSi-T.V. News Dec 19, 2012) — An Open House was held Wednesday afternoon at the National Buffalo Museum for Felicia Sargeant, who is stepping down as the Museum’s Director,

She says her last day at the Museum is Friday December 21, 2012.

She told friends and supporters that leaving after 10 years in the position was a tough Decision, adding that after awhile “everyone needs a change.”

Ms Sargeant also thanks the community for its support over the years.

Ms. Sargeant has been selected as the new Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce, Executive, starting her new position, after the first of the year.

 

 BISMARCK, N.D. (AP Dec 19, 2012) – Taxable sales and purchases in North Dakota during July, August and September grew nearly 23 percent compared to the third quarter of last year, to more than $6.7 billion.
 
     Tax Commissioner Cory Fong says North Dakota’s wholesale and retail trade sectors were strong performers in the third quarter. Thirteen of 15 industries reported growth during the third quarter of 2012.  Two sectors reported a slowdown: educational, health care and social services, and transportation and warehousing.
 
     The western oil patch cities of New Town, Tioga and Watford City all saw large percentage increases in taxable sales over the year.

In the area, third quarter 2012 Taxable Sales and Purchases compared to third quarter 2011.

Stutsman County…$71,496,971 up 5.07%

Jamestown.. $68,812,573. up 5.36%

Barnes County… $23,443,760 up 7.4%

Valley City… $21,591,775 up 7.2%

Foster County… $16,656,512 down 1.38%

Carrington… $16,438,455 down 1.55%

 

Others include…

LaMoure County…$12,084,685  up 5.28%

Dickey County…$11,033,782 down 2.92%

Griggs County…$5,863,313 down 4.49%

 

Jamestown, ND (KCSi-T.V. News Dec 19, 2012) — The Jamestown Stutsman County, United Way Campaign for 2012 is at the mid-point, and has reached about 27% of the goal, or about $53,000.

On Wednesday’s (Dec 19, 2012) Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, spokesperson Megan Aldinger said the figure is in line with last year’s donations.

Also on our show, Lynette Stoddart said, the kick-off event this year was excellent, with a hoop shoot, cake walk and other activities, noting a great turnout from the community, and so many wonderful sponsors who helped make the event possible.

However, every year has posed a challenge, but officials are very hopeful the community will pull through and help the United Way to reach it’s goal to give back to the community in endless ways.

Our goal is a little higher this year, based on a greater need in the community, at $200,000.

There are numerous ways to still donate, with a payroll deduction through employers, or call 952-UWAY (8929) or mail a donation to PO Box 85 Jamestown ND 58402.

Find the United Way on facebook ‘United Way of Stutsman County’ and someone will get in touch with you about donating.

United Way has 22 agencies benefiting from donations, varying across a wide variety of needs. Those include SAFE Shelter, SART, he Jamestown Arts Center, the Senior Companion program, and Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, and many more.

The United Way Board is comprised of volunteers. Currently there are nearly 20 people on the board, who are listed on the Facebook page.

Individuals who donate give varying amounts, which are all appreciated.

A few of the major sponsors include: UTC in Jamestown , Cavendish, North Dakota State Hospital, Unison Bank, First Community Credit Union, Newman Signs and Butler Machinery.

 

Valley City, ND (KCSi-T.V. News Dec 19, 2012) — The annual Santa Cops and Kids event on Monday (Dec 17, 2012) in Valley City, included 40 children, shopping with their sponsor, and taking part in other activities.

The kids shopped for presents and wrapped the gifts, had their photos taken with Santa, and were taken for pizza.

Police say a number of area businesses and individuals assist with the activities, including wrapping gifts for the children or contribute money donations for the program.

The event helps less fortunate area children celebrate Christmas while having the experience of gaining trust and friendships with law enforcement personnel.

Participants Santa Cops and Kids included: Valley City police Department, Barnes County, and RansomCounty Sheriff’s Offices, the North Dakota Highway Patrol, state Task Force, Lisbon and Valley City Fire Departments.

 

Jamestown, ND (KCSi-T.V. News Dec 19, 2012) — A Buffalo City Tourism news release says, the Jamestown College Knight, the Lincoln Lion and Dakota Thunder Junior together raised $620.88 in a couple of short hours this week at Walmart and Coborn’s.

All proceeds will benefit the mission of the Salvation Army.

Accepting the challenge to ‘ring the bell’ for charity brought the highest honor in 2012 to the Jamestown College Knight who alone raised $219.85 standing in front of Sears at the Buffalo Mall for an hour.

That is an all time high for that location according to Lt. Mitch Brecto of the Salvation Army.

 

 BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota’s workers’ compensation agency is offering safety training to companies in the state’s booming oil patch to try and lessen the number of job-related deaths and injuries.
 
     Officials say injuries are happening most often to employees who have less than a year on the job.
 
     Workforce Safety and Insurance data show 29 workers were killed on the job in the fiscal year that ended in July. Thirteen of the fatalities occurred in oil patch-related occupations, and seven of those deaths were from vehicle crashes.
 
     WSI director Bryan Klipfel says North Dakota’s robust economy led by its booming energy sector has spurred an increase in the number of employers, workers and claims. And he says oil patch-related occupations often are more dangerous than other jobs.

 

 BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Sentencing has been set for a Richardton woman accused along with her sister in a bank fraud case. Ann Loran has pleaded guilty to bank fraud and money laundering charges. She is scheduled to be sentencing this afternoon in Bismarck. Her sister, Betty Kolling, and her husband are also charged in a scheme to raid trust funds.
 
     BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Governor Jack Dalrymple and Greater North Dakota Chamber President Andy Peterson will present the final report for the 2020 & Beyond development plan today. Dalrymple and the chamber launched the 2020 & Beyond plan in January. It encourages citizens to participate in discussions to help shape the state’s economic development policy.
 
     BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – The number of rigs drilling for oil in North Dakota is at the lowest level in a year and a half. The State Department of Mineral Resources says around 180 rigs were drilling this week. A record 218 rigs were drilling in western North Dakota’s oil patch in late May.

 
     BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A California man has pleaded guilty to stealing a car in North Dakota with a child asleep in the backseat. Thirty-nine-year-old Paul Bonilla pleaded guilty to theft within Indian Country. The child was unharmed. Bonilla faces up to five years in prison. 

 

 In world and national news…

 NEWTOWN, Conn. (AP) – For a third straight day, funeral processions are rolling through a grieving Connecticut town. The first of Wednesday’s funerals in Newtown for victims of Friday’s shootings at an elementary school was for 7-year-old Daniel Barden. Hundreds of firefighters formed a long blue line outside a Catholic church. Daniel wanted to join their ranks one day. Some firefighters came from New York, where his family has relatives who are firefighters.
 
     WASHINGTON (AP) – House Speaker John Boehner (BAY’-nur) says President Barack Obama should support a Republican plan to avoid January tax increases on everyone but those earning over $1 million. He says otherwise, the president will be responsible for what Boehner calls “the largest tax increase in American history.” Obama said earlier Wednesday that he believes a deal with the speaker is near. Boehner plans a House vote thursday on a plan to head off most of the tax increases set to take effect in two weeks. The White House says Obama would veto that measure.
 
     WASHINGTON (AP) – The leaders of the panel that reviewed the deadly September attack in Libya say insufficient security staffing led to the weaknesses at the diplomatic post in Benghazi where four Americans died. Admiral Mike Mullen says State Department bureaus hadn’t assumed shared responsibility for security and that Libyan teams assigned to back up U.S. personnel hadn’t performed well. Three State Department officials resigned under pressure Wednesday after the report blamed security problems on management failures.
 
     DENVER (AP) – A storm that has dumped more than a foot of snow in the Rocky Mountains could cause headaches for travelers in the Midwest. Drivers in Iowa and Nebraska are being warned to be careful or stop driving altogether starting Wednesday evening as the first major winter storm of the season heads into the central Plains. Strong winds are expected to create blizzard conditions.
 
     UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. (AP) – Fans of singer Jenni Rivera are remembering the Mexican-American singer  at a memorial service in Universal City, Calif, Wednesday. Thousands gathered to salute the singer, who died with six other people earlier this month in a plane crash in northern Mexico that is still under investigation. A red casket sat onstage amid a sea of white roses, as images of Rivera played on a big screen and fans chanted her name.