Jay Caldwell is the host of the WJON Morning News Watch, 5-10 weekday mornings. The program focuses on interaction with listeners both on air and online about what concerns them in Central Minnesota. Jay and his wife reside in St. Cloud and have since 1998. They raised their 2 boys who are now off to college starting their own adventures. Please tune in to the Morning News Watch for the latest news, sports, weather, entertainment and so much more.
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Tourism Could Be Affected By Latest Mille Lacs Decision
The Department of Natural Resources and the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe have set a catch-and-release fishing season from May 11th through August 15th. The plan is to begin allowing one walleye between 21-23 inches or one over 28 inches on August 16.
Albany Girls Basketball Advances to State Semis
The Albany girls basketball team defeated Rochester Lourdes 58-41 Wednesday night at Maturi Pavilion on the University of Minnesota campus in the Class 2-A State Tournament quarterfinals.
Albany, Annandale Advance in Boys Section Playoffs
Albany defeated Spectrum 87-64 Wednesday night at St. John's University in the Section 6-2-A semifinals. The Huskies led 46-26 at halftime and held on to win. Sam Hondl led Albany with 28 points, Zeke Austin added 23 points and Andrew Olson chipped in 18 points.
Tech/Alexandria Boys Basketball Meet in Another Section Final
St. Cloud Tech will meet Alexandria in the Section 8-3-A boys basketball final for a 3rd straight year Thursday night in Willmar. The Tigers edged Alexandria 71-69 in 2022 and the Cardinals got their revenge on Tech in 2023 winning 56-44.
Water Levels Are Low in The St. Cloud Area; What That Means Going Forward
The lack of snow and rain this winter has put Central Minnesota in an unusual situation in March. St. Cloud Public Services Director Tracy Hodel joined me on WJON. She explains typically March-May is when they see the highest flow/production from the Mississippi River but right now they are at 20% below average for this time of year.
Ways to Explore St. Patty’s Day Weekend in MN
Minnesota loves St. Patrick's Day and this weekend Jake Juliot from Explore Minnesota has a list of many of the state's celebrations on Saturday and Sunday.
Chip Scoggins; Vikings Moves That Are Coming Next
The Vikings moved on from Kirk Cousins as the soon to be 36-year old signed a 4-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons. The Vikings agreed to a 1-year $10 Million contract with quarterback Sam Darnold.
Vehicle Break-In in Sartell; Burglaries in St. Cloud
The Sartell Police Department are reporting a theft from vehicle complaint on the 1700 block of Amber Avenue South. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says someone went through a vehicle and stole some coins and a pair of Beats headphones.
Albany Girls Basketball Set to Pursue State Title this Week
The Albany girls basketball team has had a memorable season and could cap it with a state title this week. The Huskies won the Section 6-2-A title Friday night at St. Cloud State's Halenbeck Hall 76-50 over Holdingford.
Pack the Porches Charity Event Returns to St. Cloud Area
The annual Catholic Charities Pack the Porches food and fundraiser will take place Friday March 22. The two locations for the event from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be at Pioneer Place on 5th Avenue in downtown St. Cloud and St. Cloud Financial Credit Union in Sartell.