I am the host of the WJON Morning News Watch, 5-10 weekday mornings. The listeners and I have healthy, fun and never negative conversations on WJON's 2-Cent Tuesday and What Up Wednesday. If you haven't checked it out, please do and find out how uplifting the shows can be. My wife and I reside in St. Cloud and have since 1998. We raised our 2 boys and little dog to be productive members of society.
Jay Caldwell
Expect Increased Law Enforcement On Memorial Weekend
The Minnesota State Patrol has already started extra highway enforcement in preparation for a busy Memorial Day weekend on Minnesota roads. Sargent Jesse Grabow from the Minnesota State Patrol and MN-Dot Regional Coordinator William Van Koevering joined me on WJON and took calls from listeners.
10 Ways to Explore Minnesota This Summer
Summer is officially starting and there are many great activities to do in Minnesota. Jake Juliot from Explore Minnesota joined me on WJON to highlight some ways to explore Minnesota this summer. Check out his list below.
1. Experien...
Governor’s Fishing Opener Activities in Mankato
The Governor's Fishing opener is taking place in the Mankato area this week. The event consists of more than just the Governor fishing. Jake Juliot from Explore Minnesota joined me on WJON.
What Central Minnesotans Should Know About Breast Cancer
In 2022, approximately 287,850 new cases of invasive breast cancer were diagnosed in the United States. Breast Care Coordinators from CentraCare Angela Haan and Amanda Zierden joined me on WJON. Zierden says the amount of people being diagnosed locally with breast cancer has largely stayed the same over the past few years but the treatments that are used have led to a high cure rate.
Should You Be Concerned With Latest COVID Variant
COVID-19 variants continue to mutate but should we be concerned with the latest one? The latest is an omicron variant called XBB .1.116. CentraCare Spokesman Dr. George Morris joined me on WJON to explain what this new COVID variant is.
Winter Severity Index Update on Wildlife in Minnesota
A combination of snow and cold affect Minnesotans but those conditions also affect wildlife in the state. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says the state has something called "Winter Severity Index" which measures how hard the winter is on deer, turkey and wildlife in general.
Defensive Coordinator Options for the Vikings
The Vikings' season ended Sunday with a 31-24 loss at home to the New York Giants in the wildcard round of the playoffs. The Giants moved the ball at will against the Minnesota defense but that isn't unusual because the Vikings have the 31st ranked defense out of 32 teams in the NFL.
State Portion of US Bank Stadium Could Be Paid Off This Year
U.S. Bank Stadium opened in 2016 in downtown Minneapolis where the Metrodome once sat. The state's portion of the building was funded in part by e-pull tabs. State Representative Tim O'Driscoll played a role in pushing and successfully passing the state's funding for the building.
Gophers Beat Syracuse to Win Pinstripe Bowl
The Gopher football team defeated Syracuse 28-20 in the Bad Boys Mower Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York Thursday. Tanner Morgan replaced an injured Athan Kaliakmanis to throw for a pair of touchdowns.
Minnesota Twins Sign Free Agent Catcher
According to multiple sources the Minnesota Twins have signed free agent catcher Christian Vazquez to a 3-year contract. Vazquez is a 32-year old 5'9 205 pounder known for his defensive skills.