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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Sartell Team Headed to a National Tournament
In the second year of the elementary program, the Sartell-St. Stephen Sabres archery team is heading to the US Western National Tournament. At the state competition last weekend, they placed first in 3D and second in bullseye.
SCSU’s Peart Signs Pro Contract
St. Cloud State's Jack Peart has signed a 3-year entry level contract with the Minnesota Wild. The defenseman skated in 38 games for SCSU this season totaling 14 points with 3 goals and 11 assists.
10 Fascinating Museums In Minnesota
Unravel the stories behind intriguing artifacts and learn more about Minnesota’s past at these 10 fascinating and fun Minnesota history museums.
Many Plows You See on The Roads Are Manufactured in Central MN
Minnesota snow plows haven't been needed a lot yet in the state this winter but they have been needed in the past week. I was joined by Truck Equipment Sales Manager Tim Erickson from Towmaster in Litchfield.
Childcare Challenges for Central Minnesotans and the Workforce
The cost and availability of childcare can be a challenge for parents of young children. To talk about the issues of childcare in the workforce I was joined by Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation's Gail Cruikshank. She explains that 24% of parents surveyed withdrew from the workforce or denied employment due to childcare arrangements.
Albany Seniors Lead Them Into Tonight’s State Semifinal
The Albany girls basketball team puts their 29-1 record on the line when they play Minnehaha Academy at 8 p.m. tonight in the Class 2-A State Tournament Semifinals at Williams Arena in Minneapolis.
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.
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.
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.
SCSU Students Helping Solve Local Business Problems
St. Cloud State students will be looking to solve 5 problems from Thermo-Tech Premium Windows and Doors in Sauk Rapids later this month. The event is an extra-curricular opportunity for SCSU students called "Huskies Invent".