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The KQDJ Podcast is your direct link to the latest local information from Jamestown and the surrounding area including Blue Jay and Jimmie Sports and Local News and Events.
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Executive Director Searle Swedlund talks about their recent video project and the future of tourism with a strategic planning process. How can they better market what Jamestown has to offer and how can people of the community part of that process?
Jamestown Downtown Association President Lynn Lambrecht shared more information on the Great American 4th of July Kiddie Bike Parade on July 4th. Kids 12 and under can dress up their bikes for a chance to win prizes in the parade down 1st Avenue.
JRVLS Board Facing Challenging Decisions This Year, 1,211 Citations Issued During Click It or Ticket Campaign
Director Joe Rector and Assistant Director Jill Pfaff discuss the latest regarding the summer program and difficult decision to be made by the library board regarding Stutsman County Library's future.
SkyWest Scheduling Changes Announced At Jamestown Airport, Jamestown Kindergarten Enrollment Leveling Out
Director Mike McIntyre and students Ben Shirley and Emma Wiley discuss the upcoming production of "Matilda the Musical" June 30th and July 1st. Tickets will be available at the door and showtimes are 7 PM each evening at the Jamestown High School Theatre.
Cyclist Killed In Sunday Stutsman County Crash, Kids Safety Day Puts Spotlight On Safe Habits
Jamestown Summer Parks Program Available, $8.5 Million Awarded for Airport Infrastructure Grants
Wagon Train Hitting 'South Creek Trail' for 53rd Year, Commercial Airports See Uptick in Boardings
Board members Rod Wilhelm and Dennis Mickelson hit on some of the Stutsman County Fair highlights for its 124th year June 29 through July 2nd. The biggest change are the mega ride passes, which can only be purchased online at stutsmancountyfair.com
Bison World Project Update, Local Miss Amazing Title Holders Raising Money for Nationals
For 40 years, Kevin Locke has shared culture and history through his unique show featuring hoop dancing and flute playing. He will be in Jamestown at Fort Seward on Friday, June 9th from 4 to 6 PM.
Nat Houston is a travel Vlogger and Blogger along with her husband Matt. Nat will be speaking through the Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center (JREC) on June 22nd and giving participants insight on how to create content and market yourself.
Caseloads Remain Average for Buffalo Bridges Human Services, Premier Midwest KiteFest Returns This Weekend
Wings on Strings Club Members Mike Gee & Chris Dodson talk about the premier kite flying event Kitefest on June 10, 11, and 12. All day long, kites will take to the skies with kite building, shows by No Knots Kite Team, and more.
Hansen Arts Park Improvements Underway, State Insurance Commission Encourages Flood Insurance
Executive Director Mindi Schmitz talks about Hansen Arts Park work, Downtown Arts Market, Summer Arts Program, and more.
Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread talks about the North Dakota Insurance Commission and how they can help assist those who are dealing with flood insurance as the state deals with high amounts of water.
Board Member Jay Nitschke shares this months available dog and cat adoptions, June being Cat Adoption Month, need for volunteers, and ways to help support the shelter with needed item donations. Visit jamesriverhumanesociety.org
Green Bison Soy Crushing Plant Breaks Ground, Pipestem Dam Releases Increase As Rains Continue
City of Jamestown Approves 12th Ave. SE Realignment Project, Jamestown Youth Summer Meals Sites & Locations
JDA President Lynn Lambrecht talks about their upcoming Rods, Hogs, and Things That Go VROOM event on June 11th. Registration is free and there are prizes for best car, truck, bike, and rat rod. Visit jamestowndown.org to register
Jamestown Chamber Releases Buffalo Days Schedule, Schwan's Home Delivery Closing Jamestown Depot
Parks & Rec Executive Director Amy Walters shares information on their recent rebrand, summer opportunities, events, facilities, survey, and more. Visit jamestownparksandrec.com for more information.
Fort Seward Planning 150th Anniversary Celebration, Bergquist Announces Write-in Candidacy for County Commission
Executive Director Emily Bivens shares more information on their recent awards, ribbon cuttings, and upcoming events including Business After Hours, Cash Mob, and Buffalo Days in July. They're also seeking nominations for Yard of the Week.
Six Pass Successful Jamestown EMT Academy, Preparing for the Unknown; Medina Fire District Readies Equipment
Site Supervisor Jennie Marks talks about their opening for the 2022 summer season and plans for the Big Guns of the Old West and 150th Anniversary of the historic Fort Seward in Jamestown.
Innovation Showcased at 26th Annual Marketplace for Kids, Burgum Selects Jamestown High School as Governor's Choir
Operations Manager Andrew Berkey provides an update on the EMS Academy they introduced earlier this year. It's resulted in two nationally certified EMT's and four more preparing to take the certification.
Executive Director Bob Heitkamp talks about the return of the 26th Annual Marketplace for Kids event in Jamestown on Tuesday, May 10th. The event encourages grades 3-8 to explore entrepreneurship, technology, industry, and more.
Local Kiwanian Amanda Thrift talked about their upcoming Pancake Day on May 2nd. The goal is to raise more than $10,000 to support their mission and help kids locally, regionally, and world-wide.
Stilwell Hired As Jamestown Middle School Principal, Jamestown Approves Mutual Aid Agreement with Valley City
Rotarian Annie Hancock talks about their fundraiser Wine & Brewhaha on Thursday, April 28th to raise money for their organization and continued non-profit work. Tickets are available from any Rotarian or at the door.
James River Humane Society Board Member Jay Nitschke talks about their kuchen fundraiser and adoptable cats and dogs. Visit jamesriverhumanesociety.org for more information.
Jamestown Chamber Executive Director Emily Bivens talks about their latest ribbon cutting, Home & Garden Show April 9th & 10th, and more. Visit jamestownchamber.com for more information.
Avian Influenza Confirmed in Kidder County Chicken Flock, Arts Center Showing Award Winning Documentary
James River Figure Skating Club Coach Brittany Boechler and Ice Show Producer Jeanne Sortland were on to talk about the Annual Ice Show April 1st, 2nd, and 3rd at Wilson Arena. Hear about how much work coaches, parents, and skaters are putting into the show!
Jamestown Arts Center Executive Director Mindi Schmitz talks about a showing of the Emmy award winning documentary "Dakota Spotlight: The House on Sweet & Seventh" on April 7th. Visit jamestownarts.com for more information.
JRVLS Committee Continues Exploration of Space Needs, JHS Presents ‘An Evening of One Acts'
Jamestown Ambulance Operations Manager Andrew Berkey talks about the new EMT Academy. The academy will take the original three month EMS course and condense it into 18 days while fully paying the student and giving them a job after. The course begins April 4th.
El Zagal Mystics Shriner Craig Mehlhaff talks about their upcoming Fish Fry on Friday, March 24 and the return of the Shrine Circus in Jamestown on April 5th.
Jamestown Parks & Rec Unveil Spring Activities, Jamestown Police Department Releases 2021 Annual Report
NDSU Extension Agent Alicia Harstad talks about the upcoming Spring Fever Garden forums taking place statewide both online and in-person. She says they're also returning the widely popular Garden Morning April 2nd in Stutsman County.
Conan Hirsch with Victory Lutheran Church talks about Jason Gray putting on a concert at the church on Sunday, March 20th. Gray has toured with many other contemporary Christian music acts for the better part of a decade. Tickets are available now.
Stutsman County to Explore Returning Medina Polling Location, Prairie Paws Rescue Continues Foster Home Mission
With Spring around the corner, Jamestown Parks & Recreation Director Amy Walters talks about the Easter Egg Hunt, prepping the golf course, TRAC Summer activities and swim lessons, and more. Visit jamestownparksandrecreation.com for more information.
Kaye John with Prairie Paws Rescue talks about their organization and the thousands of pets them helped fine forever homes since 2007. The support the non-profit, they'll be holding a breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 2nd at Club 1883 in Jamestown.
SkyWest Airlines Ordered To Continue Service in Jamestown, North Dakota State Hospital Receives Facility Management Report
JSDC Shares Preliminary Engineering Utilities On Proposed Development Sites. Area Organizations Participating in Giving Hearts Day Thursday
Beth Dewald with Freedom Resource Group, Annie Hancock with SMP Health - Ave Maria, and Rhonda Sahr and Maureen Wegenke with James River Senior Center talk about their organizations and participation in Giving Hearts Day February 10th. Read more or make a donation at givingheartsday.org
Vicki Combs with Victory Christian School and Jeff Trumbauer with St. John's Academy talk about their involvement with Giving Hearts Day February 10th. The large, 24-hour fundraising event features a number of participating area non-profits at givingheartsday.org.
Mayor Skewers Media Company on Sexual Assault Allegations Report, JPSD Dealing With Transportation Concerns, Substitute Shortages
Little International Manager Ashlyn Dilley and Queen Hope Willson talk about the upcoming show on the NDSU campus February 11th & 12th. The weekend will feature competitions, judging, Agriculturist of the Year and more. Tickets are available now.