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
30% of 12-16 Year Olds Have Had a Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine [PODCAST]
CentraCare Spokesperson Dr. Jill Amsberry joined me on WJON this week. We discussed the vaccination process of the newest eligible age group that can get the COVID-19 vaccine. Amsberry says 30% of 12-16 year olds in Minnesota have had at least one dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Schmitt; Fishing is Best Early and Late [PODCAST]
Warm weather in Minnesota is offering some challenges for all of us and that includes anglers. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON Thursday. He says fishing early in the day and in the evening will offer most success fishing right now. Glen says that will also give people the best te…
No Watering Restrictions in St. Cloud [PODCAST]
St. Cloud has no watering restrictions despite the recent lack of rain which has forced some cities in the St. Cloud area into watering restrictions. St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis joined me on WJON today. He says because St. Cloud gets their water from the Mississippi River they have enough water res…
Souhan; Twins’ Win Could Be a Spring Board [PODCAST]
The Twins rallied to beat the New York Yankees 7-5 Thursday night to salvage the final game of the 3-game series. Star Tribune Sports Columnist says the Twins hit two of the longest home runs ever hit off Aroldis Chapman to come from behind to beat the Yankees. Souhan says this could be the type o…
St. Cloud to Host Class A and AA State Tourneys [PODCAST]
St. Cloud will host the Class A and AA state baseball tournaments next week. Cathedral Activities Director Emmett Keenan joined me on WJON today. He says St. Cloud is adding hosting the Class A State tournament this season due to conflicts with CHS Field in St. Paul. CHS Field is the home of the S…
Souhan; Polanco and Sano Are Bright Spots [PODCAST]
The Twins lost 9-6 to the New York Yankees Wednesday night to fall to 13 games under 500. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He says 2nd baseman Jorge Polanco looked aggressive at the plate and powered a pair of home runs. Miguel Sano had 3 hits including a home run…
Bryant Expects Chauvin to Be Sentenced to Around 20 Years [PODCAST]
Lawyer Mike Bryant joined me on WJON today. We discussed the upcoming sentencing of former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin who was convicted of killing George Floyd. He says the guidelines indicate 12 to 30 years in prison which is why Bryant predicts around 20. Bryant says this will in…
State Fair to Announce A Full Lineup of Performances Soon [PODCAST]
Minnesota State Fair spokesman Danielle Dullinger joined me on WJON today. She says their entertainment staff has been working on booking performances for more than a year now and she's confident they will have a full lineup of free and Grandstand performances. Dullinger says the lineup will …
Souhan; Twins Should Activate Buxton Tonight [PODCAST]
The Twins lost 8-4 at home to the New York Yankees Tuesday night. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He says the Twins should activate Byron Buxton now after just 1 rehab game in St. Paul. Buxton went 2-3 with a walk as the DH Tuesday night.
SCSU Honoring U’Ren, Nelson and Alexander
St. Cloud State University is honoring 3 who have recently retired from the University after many years serving in their Athletic Program. The 3 are longtime softball coach Paula U'Ren, Media Relations Director/Sports Information Director Tom Nelson and Head Athletic Trainer Julie Alexander.