News Director: I’m a lifelong resident of this great state of Minnesota. I grew-up in the small west central community of Maynard. I began my professional radio career working nights at KDMA in Montevideo. Then, after a 10 year stint in Redwood Falls working at KLGR, I moved to St. Cloud. I’ve been working here at WJON since 2005, and have been the news director since 2007. The main beats that I cover include: politics, education, and local government. I'm also the early morning news anchor on WJON, and I host the News @ Noon show weekdays on WJON.
Jim Maurice
Post Civil War Era Amendment Addresses ‘Insurrection’
Since last week's riot at the United States Capitol, there has been a lot of talk about impeachment and invoking the 25th Amendment in an effort to remove President Donald Trump from office. Now there is also some talk in Washington about the 14th Amendment.
MN National Guard to Support the Presidential Inauguration
The Minnesota National Guard will have soldiers in Washington, D.C. during next week's presidential inauguration.
Sheriff: No Known Threat to Stearns County Courthouse
The Stearns County Sheriff says there has been no information on a credible threat here related to the upcoming Presidential election on January 20th.
Winter Weather Possible this Week
Chances for seeing hazardous winter weather Thursday through Friday is increasing.
Insider: Gov. Watching COVID Numbers As Restrictions Loosen
Minnesota has loosened restrictions on businesses like bars, restaurants, movie theaters. So what's next for the restrictions related to COVID-19?
Convention Center Remains Dark During Height of Trade Show Season
This time of the year is typically very busy for the convention business. However, this year all of the big events like the Home Show, the Sportsmen's Show, and the Boat Show are all canceled.
Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes Car in Todd County
A driver apparently fell asleep before crashing his car up in Todd County. The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened at about 1:00 p.m. Monday on Highway 10 near Staples.
Christmas Tree Collection Dates in St. Cloud
Now that we're past the holidays it's time to take down the Christmas Tree.
Serving The City: ‘I Don’t Know What Else I Would Do’
For the people who have made a career working in the bar and restaurant industry taking orders for pickup and delivery isn't exactly what they signed up for.
Sheriff: Father, Son Arrested on School Roof
A father and son have been arrested for allegedly breaking into the high school in Grove City.
Serving The City: Bar Manager Grateful for Support
As restaurants and bars remain closed for in-door dining they appreciate the support they are getting from the community.
Serving the City: From Server to General Manager
Jolene Chatfield is just one of the hundreds of people who have chosen to make serving others her career.