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Randy Tompkins – Friday November 21, 2025

Randy Tompkins passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning, November 21, 2025, at his home, leaving a space in our lives that will never be filled. While he will be missed and remembered always, Biden will be glad that he will finally get Randy’s vote. He enjoyed arguing with anyone that […]

Jamestown

Pursuit of Intoxicated Driver November 21

JTPD – On November 21, 2025, at approximately 1808 hrs., Stutsman County dispatch received a call reporting a possible intoxicated driver. The caller described a vehicle driving in the wrong lane and swerving on 4 Ave NW, near Sunnyside Trailer Court. The caller was able to identify and safely follow […]

Valley City

News & Notes Mayor Carlsrud November 24

Congratulations to the Valley City High School Volleyball Team on its runner-up finish in the North Dakota High School Activities State Tournament.  Achievements like these “Take a Village”, players, coaches, administration and fans have all contributed in some way to the season’s success. Thanksgiving originated with a harvest celebration in […]

Celebrate

Amanda Ellison Christmas Classics & Carols Dec 1

Jamestown – Amanda Ellison will bring the sounds of the season to Jamestown with her “Christmas Classics & Carols” concert on Monday, December 1, at 7 pm at Temple Baptist Church. This heartwarming concert will feature Ellison performing timeless renditions of beloved Christmas favorites, offering a joyful way to celebrate […]

Obits

Delores Ranum – Wednesday November 19, 2025

Dolores “Dee” Ranum, age 96, of Valley City, ND, died Wednesday, November 19th at her residence in Valley City.  A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, December 2nd at Epworth United Methodist Church in Valley City. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 1st from 6:00 […]

Sports

UJ Women’s Wrestling Battle Mystics in Dual Action

Bismarck ND (University of Jamestown) – The University of Jamestown women’s wrestling team fell 33-15 to Bismarck State College in dual action on Thursday night at the BSC Armory. The dual marked a historic moment for the hosts, serving as the first-ever home competition for the BSC women’s wrestling program. The […]

Sports

VCSU Barrera Finishes 73rd at National XC Champ

Tallahasse FL (Valley City State) – Valley City State’s Frida Barrera competed in her first National Cross Country Championships Friday at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee, Florida. The freshman placed 73rd out of 331 runners in the race, finishing in a time of 22:38.3.  Head Coach Laquone Robinson said “Today was truly special […]

Sports

Balanced Attack Leads Jimmies Basketball Past BSC

Jamestown ND (UJ) – Three players scored in double figures and the University of Jamestown women’s basketball team dominated the interior to earn a 91-69 victory over Bismarck State College Tuesday evening at Harold Newman Arena. The victory was number 200 in the career of Jimmie head coach Thad Sankey, who […]

Sports

UND Falls 75-60 at Creighton on Wednesday Night

Omaha NE (UND) – The North Dakota men’s basketball team took the loss on Wednesday night at Creighton by a score of 75-60 from CHI Health Center Arena. UND falls to 2-4, while Creighton improves to 3-1. The Fighting Hawks battled for much of the night, but got outrebounded by […]