CSi Weather…
DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY…
.TODAY…CLOUDY. AREAS OF DENSE FOG UNTIL LATE AFTERNOON. VISIBILITY ONE QUARTER MILE OR LESS AT TIMES IN THE MORNING.BREEZY.
HIGHS IN THE MID 30S. SOUTH WINDS AROUND 5 MPH INCREASING TO
NORTHWEST 15 TO 25 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON.
.TONIGHT…CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF SNOW. BREEZY. LOWS
15 TO 20. NORTHWEST WINDS 20 TO 25 MPH.
.THURSDAY…PARTLY SUNNY. COLDER. HIGHS IN THE LOWER 20S.
NORTHWEST WINDS 10 TO 20 MPH.
.THURSDAY NIGHT…INCREASING CLOUDS. LOWS AROUND 10. NORTHEAST
WINDS AROUND 5 MPH SHIFTING TO THE SOUTHEAST AFTER MIDNIGHT.
.FRIDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 20S. SOUTH WINDS
AROUND 10 MPH.
.FRIDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. LOWS 10 TO 15.
.SATURDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT
CHANCE OF SNOW. HIGHS 15 TO 20. LOWS AROUND 5 BELOW.
.SUNDAY…PARTLY SUNNY. HIGHS 5 TO 10 ABOVE.
.SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY…PARTLY CLOUDY. LOWS AROUND 10 BELOW.
HIGHS 5 TO 10 ABOVE.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY…MOSTLY CLOUDY. LOWS NEAR ZERO. HIGHS
15 TO 20.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Warm Pacific air blanketing the Dakotas continues to set records in the two states, with temperatures reaching into the 50s, 60s and even 70s.
National Weather Service reports show that record-high temperatures for the date were set Tuesday in Bismarck, Dickinson and Williston in western North Dakota, and in Rapid City in western South Dakota. It reached 73 degrees at the Rapid City airport.
Rapid City and Bismarck also set record high overnight lows on Tuesday.
Forecasters say the jet stream moved to the north and allowed the warm Pacific air to flow in early this week. A lack of snow cover also is contributing to the warmth.
But colder weather is on the way. Overnight lows this weekend could be as cold as 15 degrees below zero in northeastern North Dakota.
Jamestown (CSi) Stutsman County Emergency Manager, Jerry Bergquist says, a number of changes are occurring at the Stutsman County Law Enforcement Center that the public needs to be aware of.
The Jamestown Police Department has moved its downstairs Shift Commanders office upstairs to greatly improve internal work efficiencies by being closer to its overall police operation. Individuals with law enforcement business may go to the main floor lobby of the LEC Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. and speak to a representative of the Jamestown Police Department, Stutsman County Sheriff’s Office or the ND Highway Patrol.
In addition, the lower level of the LEC will be open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. for individuals to access the Stutsman County Veteran’s Service and Emergency Management offices. Lower level access will be limited to those offices and the meeting rooms.
Because there will no longer be a law enforcement presence downstairs, beginning February 2, 2015 the lower level will be locked after regular business hours, weekends and holidays. During the “off hour” times, individuals with law enforcement business can call the Stutsman County Communications Center at 701-252-1000. A courtesy phone located at the entrance of the LEC is available to make the call. Once notified, the Dispatcher will arrange for an officer to contact the individual. As always, in an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Jail operations will remain the same with normal business hours being Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A “call box” located in the main floor lobby will continue to be available to speak to a Correction Officer.
Jamestown (CSi) A westbound semi and trailer with a load height of 17 feet 2 inches was unable to clear the 16 feet 1 inch high overpass at I-94, exit 257, at Jamestown, about 4:30-p.m., Monday.
No damages reported, as the driver stopped the rig when he realized the trailer load, a large spool of wire, wouldn’t clear the structure.
Jamestown Police, the Stutsman County Sheriff’s Office, and North Dakota Highway Patrol, assisted at the scene, while the driver back the unit to the interchange with Highway 281, and then was directed to 17th Street Southwest, to return to I-94.
The situation delayed traffic of I-94 for about 30 minutes.
Jamestown (CSi) Senate Bill 2260 sponsored by District 29 State Senator, Terry Wanzek, would appropriate $20 million to be used by the North Dakota Department of Commerce to provide grants to political subdivisions that incur high costs related to economic development projects that do not receive funds from oil impact funds.
The bill outlines that political subdivisions could include schools, fire districts, counties, cities or any other government agency that levies taxes.
Wanzek said the bill provides the state Department of Commerce with flexibility in how the funds are used.
Wanzek says the bill stems from when, during the Legislature’s interim session. Stutsman County Sheriff Chad Kaiser and Jamestown Police Chief Scott Edinger applied for grants but were denied.
Cosponsors of the bill are Sen. Gary Lee, R-Casselton, Sen. Larry Robinson, D-Valley City, Rep. Mike Brandenburg, R-Edgeley, Rep. Craig Headland, R-Montpelier, and Rep. Chet Pollert, R-Carrington.
The Senate Political Subdivision Committee will hold a hearing at 10 a.m. Friday in the State Capitol.
Valley City (CSi) The new Foster County Sheriff, Ian Mattice, was sworn in January 26, 2015.
Mattice and family moved from LaMoure to Carrington.
Mattice along with Pat Copenhaver, Jess Earle and Leasa Lura replaced Foster County officials who resigned late in 2014.
Jamestown (CSi)
The City of Jamestown has updated current openings and is accepting applications for the following:
Two openings on the Special Assessment Commission–one unexpired term and one 6 year term
Two openings on the Shade Tree Committee-3 year term
Anyone interested in serving on the above committees/boards should complete an “Application for Appointment”. The application may be obtained in person at City Hall, 102 3rd
Ave SE, Jamestown, ND, by calling 701-252-5900 or online at jamestownnd.org and select government tab/city committees to download the form.
The application should be returned by March 1, 2015, to:
City of Jamestown
Attn: Appointments
102 3rd
Avenue SE
Jamestown, ND 58401-4205
Jamestown (CSi) Senate Bill 2260 sponsored by District 29 State Senator, Terry Wanzek, would appropriate $20 million to be used by the North Dakota Department of Commerce to provide grants to political subdivisions that incur high costs related to economic development projects that do not receive funds from oil impact funds.
The bill outlines that political subdivisions could include schools, fire districts, counties, cities or any other government agency that levies taxes.
Wanzek said the bill provides the state Department of Commerce with flexibility in how the funds are used.
Wanzek says the bill stems from when, during the Legislature’s interim session. Stutsman County Sheriff Chad Kaiser and Jamestown Police Chief Scott Edinger applied for grants but were denied.
Cosponsors of the bill are Sen. Gary Lee, R-Casselton, Sen. Larry Robinson, D-Valley City, Rep. Mike Brandenburg, R-Edgeley, Rep. Craig Headland, R-Montpelier, and Rep. Chet Pollert, R-Carrington.
The Senate Political Subdivision Committee will hold a hearing at 10 a.m. Friday in the State Capitol.
Bismarck (CSi) The North Dakota Highway Patrol’s Annual Report says, last year proved to be another busy year on North Dakota roadways.
Troopers made 1,677 DUI arrests and 1,049 drug-related arrests. Lack of seat belt use continued to contribute to injuries and deaths. Fifty-five percent of fatal crash victims were unrestrained. Preliminary numbers show 136 people died on roadways throughout the state in 122 fatal crashes compared to 148 victims and 133 fatal crashes in 2013.
Troopers issued 9,320 seat belt citations throughout the year. More than 15,000 overtime hours were worked to enhance traffic safety. Focused on education efforts, troopers gave 341 safety presentations around the state.
More than 262,000 commercial motor vehicle permits were issued in 2014.
Motor carrier troopers and inspectors participated in speed, right-of-way, seat belt and vehicle size and weight enforcement blitzes to enhance commercial motor vehicle safety. More than 12,500 driver-vehicle examinations were administered to identify truck drivers and vehicles that posed safety risks. Committed to protecting infrastructure, troopers assessed approximately $1.25 million in overload violation fees.
In fiscal year 2014, New Entrant Program coordinators completed 263 safety audits with 27 failing. This program assesses companies that apply for USDOT numbers, with the goal of enhancing the transportation industry’s safety.
Motorists are encouraged to make safe, responsible driving decisions. Wearing seat belts, slowing down, choosing designated drivers, and overtaking with caution are common sense measures that will help keep North Dakota roads safe.
WAHPETON, N.D. (AP) – A truck driver died when his semitrailer veered off Interstate 29 south of Wahpeton.
The Highway Patrol says the semi went through a ditch, into a field and then vaulted over a drainage ditch about 12:45 p.m. Tuesday.
The 71-year-old driver from Ayr was taken to a hospital in Breckenridge, Minnesota, where he was pronounced dead. Authorities did not immediately identify him.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A 33-year-old Beulah (BYOO’-lah) woman has been charged with felony child abuse or neglect after authorities say her 3-year-old daughter was found outside by herself.
Lisa Furr is accused of leaving her child home alone on Jan. 16. Police say the girl wasn’t wearing a jacket or shoes when they found her running around outside.
Furr also was arrested and charged with a DUI on the same day.
An email seeking comment was sent to her attorney early Wednesday.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Federal authorities are encouraging people in North Dakota and South Dakota to watch out for quickly changing ice conditions on all reservoirs in the states.
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation says winter snowpack that’s melting due to warmer than normal temperatures has increased water inflows enough to cause rapid shifts in ice conditions.
Dakotas Area Office manager David Rosenkrance says the changing water elevations and increased runoff create thin ice that makes rivers and lakes unsafe. He says the elevations change the ice conditions with no warning.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A bill is headed to Gov. Jack Dalrymple that would require North Dakota high school students to take the same test that immigrants must pass to become a U.S. citizen.
North Dakota’s Senate approved the measure Tuesday by a 43-4 vote. The proposal also sailed through the House earlier this month by an 85-1 vote.
The legislation requires students to correctly answer 60 percent of the 100 questions on the U.S. citizenship test to graduate high school or earn a GED diploma starting in the 2016-2017 school year. Students must achieve a 70-percent passing grade in subsequent years.
First lady Betsy Dalrymple has been a big supporter of the bill and co-chaired a committee to make it state law.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow concealed-carry permit holders to pack guns at schools, if officials allow it.
Education officials told the House Education Committee Tuesday that they are opposed to the measure. They say teachers should not take on the role of law enforcement.
The proposal would require someone who wants to carry a gun in school to undergo training with local law enforcement.
A similar measure that would allow teachers and other school officials to carry guns at school failed two years ago in the Legislature.
Republican Rep. Dwight Kiefert of Valley City says the bill is especially aimed at rural schools where it may take law enforcement a long time to respond. He says just passing the law also would serve as a deterrent.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – The North Dakota Legislature is considering more measures than two years ago.
Data show 852 bills have been filed. The House filed 474 bills and 378 were filed by the Senate.
The Senate’s deadline to file bills was Monday. The House’s deadline was earlier this month.
Lawmakers considered 842 bills two years ago during the 63rd legislative session.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A Minnesota man accused of running an illegal gambling operation in North Dakota has pleaded guilty. Sixty-nine-year-old Gerald Greenfield, of Bloomington, Minnesota, pleaded guilty to interstate transmittal of wagering information and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Federal prosecutors say Greenfield took approximately $10 million each year in wagers and discussed receiving “several million dollars” from gamblers in Fargo. Greenfield allegedly ran the gambling operation for four years and made an annual profit of between $500,000 and $600,000.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A federal judge says a lawsuit against a major oil company doing business in the North Dakota oil patch can move forward.
Judge Ralph Erickson’s ruling grants conditional class action status to the suit filed by a former employee of Schlumberger (schlum-ber-ZHAY’), which provides technology and other support services for the oil and gas industry.
The suit alleges that employees worked more than eight hours a day and 40 hours a week, and that the company used a fluctuating work week to avoid paying overtime.
Erickson says the class should be limited to employees working at the Williston site. It’s not clear how many workers would be covered in the suit.
Attorneys for the two sides did not immediately respond to request for comment.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Hess Corp. plans to reduce its spending in the Bakken oil patch by 18 percent this year over last.
President and CEO Greg Hill says the company plans to spend $1.8 billion in the Bakken, down from $2.2 billion in 2014. He says Hess also will have fewer drilling rigs and will complete fewer operating wells.
Hess spokesman John Roper says steep drops in oil prices are playing a big role in the decision. But he says new technology is another reason. Hess expects to drill almost as many wells as it did last year while running only half of the drilling rigs.
Hill says Hess feels confident its leases in the Bakken can be profitable this year. And he says as oil prices recover, activity and production will increase.
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) – Gary Schwartz has been named the founding chair for the Department of Population Health at the University of North Dakota medical school.
Schwartz was the scientific director of the Prostate Cancer Center of Excellent at the Wake Forest medical school since 1999. He also was an associate professor in cancer biology, urology, and epidemiology and prevention.
Faculty in the new department will conduct research on health and disease in populations, teach and train in public health and related disciplines, and work with other researchers, clinicians, communities and institutions.
Schwartz says he’s honored to be working on improving population health for North Dakotans.
In sports…
Jamestown (CSi) University of Jamestown Golf Coach Dustin Jensen announces the signing of Jacob Rice of Mitchell, SD, who will join the Jimmies in the 2015-2016 season. Rice is the son of Debra and Steve Rice.
Rice will be a 2015 graduate of Mitchell Senior High School. Coach Jensen says of Rice, “We are thrilled that Jacob has committed to join the Jimmie Golf family! His golf skill is off the charts; Jacob is a four time SDHSAA Class AA Championship qualifier, a member of the SDHSAA All-State team, All-ESD team and winner of multiple high school tournaments. In addition to being a great player, Jacob continues the tradition of quality students in our golf program. We look forward to seeing him on the course next season!”
The University of Jamestown was established in 1883 and is ranked as a top regional school in both US News and World Report and The Princeton Review. The school features development of the whole person through its distinctive Journey to Success experience.
Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Blue Jay Junior, diver, Cody Lutman substanially broke a school record on Tuesday night, at a home swim meet.
Lutman shattered one of the school’s oldest records, with a six-dive total of 255.80 points, beating the old mark of 239.35 — held by Daniel Haas – set in 2004.
West Fargo 110, Jamestown 73
BOYS HOCKEY…
In non-conference play…
Jamestown 3 Fargo 0
BOYS BASKETBALL
Benson County 57, Lakota/Edmore 53
Burke County 63, Powers Lake 52
Dakota Prairie 66, Warwick 45
Des Lacs-Burlington 52, Surrey 49
Devils Lake 77, Grand Forks Central 48
Drake/Anamoose 67, Westhope-Newburg 54
Fargo Davies 82, Valley City 58
Fargo Shanley 77, Fargo North 56
Flasher 63, Grant County 17
Four Winds – Minnewaukan JV 76, Midkota 42
Garrison 50, Washburn 49
Glen Ullin-Hebron 45, Bowman County 36
Grand Forks Red River 59, Fargo South 48
Harvey-Wells County 67, New Rockford-Sheyenne 44
Hatton-Northwood 69, Hillsboro/Central Valley 56
Heart River 51, Beulah 40
Jamestown 83, Mandan 63
Kenmare 66, Ray 63
Kidder County 73, Wilton-Wing 54
Lewis and Clark-Berthold 73, Tioga 37
Lidgerwood-Wyndmere 46, Rosholt, S.D. 45
Minot Bishop Ryan 56, Mohall-Lansford-Sherwood 36
Minot Our Redeemer’s 73, Glenburn 52
New England 55, Hettinger/Scranton 50, OT
North Shore – Plaza 62, White Shield 45
North Star 56, Rolla 35
Parshall 54, Trinity Christian 44
Rugby 80, Bottineau 27
Sawyer 92, Underwood 67
Solen 60, New Salem-Almont 39
Stanley 67, Divide County 33
Towner-Granville-Upham 61, Velva 56
West Fargo 70, Sheyenne 48
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Burke County 50, Powers Lake 39
Carrington 48, LaMoure-Litchville-Marion 41
Dickinson 48, Williston 45
Fairmount-Campbell-Tintah 49, Enderlin 40
Fargo Shanley 71, Fargo North 33
Finley-Sharon/Hope-Page 43, Barnes County North 30
Garrison 54, Washburn 41
Glen Ullin-Hebron 68, Mandaree 22
Grand Forks Central 81, Devils Lake 78, 2OT
Grand Forks Red River 66, Fargo South 49
Hankinson 62, Fargo Oak Grove Lutheran 54
Hillsboro/Central Valley 57, Hatton-Northwood 36
Kidder County 43, Napoleon 34
Killdeer 68, Richardton-Taylor 33
Larimore 57, Griggs County Central 26
Lidgerwood-Wyndmere 48, Richland 29
Lisbon 59, Northern Cass 38
Maple Valley 64, Sargent Central 54
Medina-Pingree-Buchanan 58, South Border 36
Midway-Minto 56, Drayton/Valley-Edinburg 48
Milnor-North Sargent 54, Oakes 33
Minot 62, Bismarck St. Mary’s 25
Minot Bishop Ryan 76, Rugby 38
North Border 55, May Port CG 54
Rolette-Wolford 71, St. John 34
Shiloh Christian 77, Standing Rock 47
Thompson 61, Cavalier 29
Trenton 58, New Town 56, OT
Turtle Lake-Mercer 71, Center-Stanton 41
Watford City 76, Stanley 29
West Fargo 80, Sheyenne 24
White Shield 54, North Shore – Plaza 53
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
UNDATED (AP) – The Golden State Warriors tasted defeat last night for just the seventh time in 43 games.
Chicago put an end to the Warriors’ team-record 19-game home winning streak by beating Golden State 113-111 on Derrick Rose’s jumper with seven seconds left in overtime.
Final Toronto 104 Indiana 91
Final Cleveland 103 Detroit 95
Final Milwaukee 109 Miami 102
Final Memphis 109 Dallas 90
Final Washington 98 L-A Lakers 92
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) – Charlie Coyle scored the tiebreaking goal with 4:23 remaining to lift the Minnesota Wild to a 2-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers last night. Nino Niederreiter also scored for the Wild. The Oilers snapped a rare two-game winning streak and dropped to 3-20-8 this season against fellow Western Conference opponents.
Final 2OT Philadelphia 4 Arizona 3 (SO Philadelphia 1-0)
Final N-Y Islanders 4 N-Y Rangers 1
Final Columbus 4 Washington 3
Final Pittsburgh 5 Winnipeg 3
Final Montreal 3 Dallas 2
Final Detroit 5 Florida 4
Final Carolina 4 Tampa Bay 2
Final OT Nashville 4 Colorado 3
Final Calgary 4 Buffalo 1
Final Anaheim 4 Vancouver 0
TOP-25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL
Final (14) VCU 72 George Washington 48
Final (17) West Virginia 65 Kansas St. 59
Final Oklahoma St. 64 (20) Baylor 53
Final Xavier 66 (21) Georgetown 53
TOP-25 WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL
Final ( 3) Baylor 89 TCU 67
NBA…
MILWAUKEE (AP) – Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker says the state will help the Milwaukee Bucks pay for a new basketball arena with $220 million in bonds. New owners bought the team in April and have promised to contribute $150 million toward the new arena. Former owner and ex-U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl has promised $100 million of his own money to replace to help replace the BMO Harris Bradley Center.
NHL…
ST. LOUIS (AP) – Martin Brodeur (mahr-TAN’ broh-DOOR’) will formally announce his retirement at a news conference Thursday and discuss his new front office position with the St. Louis Blues. The NHL’s all-time leader in wins and shutouts wrapped up a 22-year career with St. Louis after signing as a free agent on Dec. 2. He spent his first 21 seasons with the New Jersey Devils, winning three Stanley Cups and four Vezina (VEH’-zih-nah) trophies as the league’s top netminder.
NFL…
PHOENIX (AP) – Super Bowl media day offered little in the way of substance as the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots fielded questions in Phoenix yesterday. Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch constantly repeated “I’m here so I don’t get fined” for five minutes before leaving the podium at Media Day. Patriots coach Bill Belichick sidestepped most non-football questions by saying “We’re just focused on Seattle this week.”
TENNIS….
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) – One Williams sister won her quarterfinal match at the Australian Open, while another lost.
Serena Williams moved one step closer to her 19th Grand Slam title by beating Dominika Cibulkova (see-bul-KOH’-vah) 6-2, 6-2 in 65 minutes. Williams has won the tournament each time she has advanced to the semifinals.
Venus Williams was a 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 loser against fellow American Madison Keys. Williams was ahead 3-1 in the final set before Keys broke serve three times in a row to close out the match.
Defending men’s champion and fourth seed Stan Wawrinka (vah-VRIN’-kah) advanced to the semifinals with a 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 win over U.S. Open runner-up Kei Nishikori (nee-shee-KOHR’-ee). The fifth-seeded Nishikori saved five match points before Wawrinka fired his 20th ace to close out the match.
In the later match, the top seed won through. Novak Djokovic (NOH’-vak JOH’-kuh-vich) reached his 25th Grand Slam semifinal by beating No. 8 Milos Raonic, 7-6 (5), 6-4, 6-2. He cruised through his quarterfinal without ever facing a break point by his 24-year-old opponent, a rising Canadian star known for having one of the biggest serves in the game.
Djokovic faces Wawrinka in the semifinals.
NASCAR-STEWART…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) – Walking without a limp for the first time in 18 months, Tony Stewart declared himself pain-free and never more eager to start a season.
After a tumultuous two seasons that affected him both physically and mentally, the three-time NASCAR champion said his troubles are behind him and he finally feels like the old Smoke again.
His chance to prove it begins next month at Daytona International Speedway. That’s where Stewart will climb back into his No. 14 Chevrolet for the first time since November, when his 15-year winning streak in the Sprint Cup Series came to an end.
He failed to win a race last year for the first time since his 1999 rookie season.
In world and national news…
BOSTON (AP) – The airplanes are beginning to fly, mass transit is beginning to move and travel bans are lifted across the Northeast a day after a blizzard slammed the area with heavy snow and hurricane force winds. Bitter cold remains a complicating factor in efforts to clear clogged streets and restore power to thousands of customers. But some areas were spared, despite the dire predictions, leaving forecasters apologizing and politicians defending a near-total shutdown on travel.
WASHINGTON (AP) – The Federal Reserve ends its latest policy meeting today and the statement is expected to be a continuing message of patience about when to raise interest rates from record lows. The U.S. economy has steadily improved. Yet inflation has dipped further below the Fed’s target rate. So most economists foresee no rate hike until June at the earliest.
AMMAN, Jordan (AP) – There’s no mention of a Japanese hostage in a statement from Jordan today on the country’s willingness to swap an Iraqi woman sentenced to death for terrorism for a Jordanian pilot captured in December by the Islamic State group. A purported message Tuesday from the extremists threatened to kill both the Japanese hostage and the pilot within 24 hours.
TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) – The attack on a Tripoli luxury hotel that killed 10 people, including an American and four Europeans, is revenge for the death of a militant leader, according to the Libyan affiliate of the Islamic State group claiming responsibility. The group says it was avenging the death of Abu Anas al-Libi, who was snatched from a Tripoli street and died in U.S. custody.
VATICAN CITY (AP) – Pope Francis has a message for fathers today: Be strong and spend time with the kids. Francis warns today that many problems adolescents run into can be traced to “absentee fathers” who are physically at home but don’t take time to actually be with their kids. The pope says the absence of a paternal figure can essentially render young people “orphans at home.”