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
Update: 14-Year-Old in Custody for Alleged School Threat
A 14-year-old is in custody for allegedly posting threats on social media directed at the Sauk Rapids-Rice middle school.
Benton Stearns Voyagers Closed on Monday
Benton Stearns Voyagers and New Frontiers are closed Monday due to a boiler issue.
New Coffee Shop Planned for Becker
A new coffee shop is being planned for Becker. The coffee shop with a drive-through will be at 14083 Bank Street Southeast.
Gas Prices Continue to Slowly Fall
Minnesota gas prices have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.12.
Large Grocery Warehouse Receives $175K Funding from State
The large grocery warehouse facility that is being built in St. Cloud is getting state funding.
St. Cloud Taking Over Licensing Manufactured Home Parks
The city of St. Cloud is taking over the licensing and inspections of manufactured home parks. They are currently regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Sartell-St. Stephen Extends Winter Break
The Sartell-St. Stephen school district is extending its winter break.
Part of MN Could Get More Than Half Foot of Snow this Weekend
The northern third of Minnesota will be under a Winter Storm Watch from Saturday night into Sunday night.
St. Cloud Holds Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony [PHOTOS]
It was a festival atmosphere in front of the River's Edge Convention center in downtown St. Cloud Thursday evening.
Woman Killed in Head On Crash in Kanabec County
A woman was killed in a head-on collision in Kanabec county just north of Mora.
Benton County History: How Rice Got Its Name, Location
The most recent census figures show good growth in Rice. The Benton County community grew by 700 people between 2010 and 2020.
Airport Authority Taking Over St. Cloud Airport on January 1st
On the first of the year, the city of St. Cloud will be handing over the keys to the St. Cloud Regional Airport.