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The James Valley Career and Technology Center (JVCTC) is a consistent staple of workforce development in North Dakota’s greater James Valley area. JVCTC is seeking funding to embark on a $1.5 million expansion at its current location, with new spaces and equipment designed to meet the employment needs of th...Continue Reading

Shopping at locally-owned, small businesses is sweeping through communities nationwide this holiday season. The perfect opportunity begins in Stutsman County this Saturday, November 27, with Small Business Saturday and the Loyal to Local Holiday Passport campaign. Residents and visitors can familiarize themselves with the entrepreneurs who bring their products an...Continue Reading

The Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation Board of Directors leads the efforts to advance the interests of Jamestown and Stutsman County through development of primary sector job creation. Everyone at JSDC and the regional community are grateful to board members Curtis “CJ” Janke and Lorrie Pavlicek as they complete their terms o...Continue Reading

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (Chamber) – Members of the Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Medicine Shoppe. Matthew and Molly Perkins have purchased and are excited to continue grow the business. They are located at 703 1st Ave. S. For more information call Matthew at 701-252-3002. Read ful...Continue Reading

Senator Worked to Advance Marathon-ADM Partnership, Building North Dakota’s Leadership in Agriculture & Energy DICKINSON, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today toured the Marathon refinery in Dickinson and discussed the company’s joint venture with ADM using North Dakota-processed soybean oil for renewable diesel production. Marathon is investing in ADM’s announced soybean crushing plant nea...Continue Reading

(NewsDakota.com) – Aspiring leaders and those wanting to feel better prepared to serve as an effective leader are encouraged to join the Lead Local program. The Stutsman County Extension Service will be hosting a Lead Local training on November 16th for those aspiring, elected, and appointed leaders serving on boards, councils...Continue Reading

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – A new program in the area to help employers in workforce retention and recruitment is accepting applications. “The Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation (JSDC) Internship Reimbursement Program is designed to increase the number of local internships and assist our employers in workforce recruitment and retention,” the JSDC states. “Th...Continue Reading

JSDC is now accepting applications for the Internship Reimbursement Program for Spring 2022 semester with internships to begin no sooner than January 2022.  The deadline for applications is December 20, 2021. Program Facts Program ApplicationContinue Reading

T-Mobile has opened a retail store at 809 26th St. SW in Jamestown. T-Mobile's new location will allow customers to choose the service plan and devices that best serve their wireless needs – from T-Mobile's unlimited Essentials and Magenta plans to smartphones, tablets, audio devices and accessories. The recent opening i...Continue Reading

FARGO — A new study from a career website says North Dakota has the third most job opportunities per person in the United States. The website, Lensa, said Wednesday, Oct. 20, that its study of internal job search data on the platform from January through June 2021 identified the national deman...Continue Reading

Most businesses have not escaped supply chain challenges over the previous 12 months. When everyone expected COVID-19 to slow demand, it accelerated demand to a point where supply chains were stretched to their limits. But it not just COVID — the winter storm of 2021 reduced Texas’ capacity to refin...Continue Reading

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Jamestown Stutsman Development Corporation’s (JSDC) CEO was recognized for her work in economic development recently. Connie Ova was recognized as a finalist (top 3) for the Economic Development Governor’s Choice Award for Developer of the Year. Read full article.Continue Reading

Connie Ova, CEO of JSDC was recognized as a finalist (top 3) for the Economic Development Governor’s Choice Award for Developer of the Year. This award recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution that will leave a lasting impact on the economic health of her community or region...Continue Reading

Congratulations to Corry Shevlin on being appointed to the Economic Development North Dakota Board of Directors!  He has represented Jamestown and Stutsman County well and will continue to do so for the state.Continue Reading

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum today unveiled his “Accelerate ND” plan containing his executive recommendations to the state Legislature for strategically investing federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). As part of the plan, the governor also proposed using a portion of the state’s near-record ending fun...Continue Reading

Written By: Keith Norman | 10:57 am, Aug. 10, 2021 https://www.jamestownsun.com/business/tourism/7147390-North-Dakota-Tourism-updated-on-Bison-World-parkContinue Reading

  August 5, 2021 Department of Water Resources/State Water Commission Update  On August 1st, the Office of the State Engineer officially became the Department of Water Resources. The Governor has named Dr. Andrea Travnicek as the Director of the department. Director Travnicek previously served as the Director of Parks and Recreation an...Continue Reading

ADM vows success for Spiritwood soybean processing plant   Keith Norman, The Jamestown Sun, N.D. Wed, June 16, 2021, 11:01 PM·3 min read Jun. 17—Officials with ADM take the company's responsibilities seriously when it comes to the planned soybean crushing plant at Spiritwood, according to Ken Campbell, president of North American oils and biodiese...Continue Reading

Written By: Keith Norman | 12:02 pm, Apr. 16, 2021 The JSDC approved $600,000 for additional planning and design work for the Buffalo City Park project. The Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corp. gave preliminary authorization for spending $600,000 for work on a preliminary estimate and design of the Buffalo City Park. The action came at a special meetin...Continue Reading

Written By: Keith Norman | 6:00 am, Apr. 17, 2021 Local and state officials work on the next steps of planning the Buffalo City Park. An amendment to the North Dakota Department of Commerce appropriations bill is intended to help the planned Buffalo City Park become reality, according to Sen. Terry Wanzek, R-Jamestown, author o...Continue Reading