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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SCSU Looking to “Fill The Herb” This Saturday
St. Cloud State's goal is to "Fill the Herb" Saturday November 16 when the 8th ranked SCSU women's hockey team plays Minnesota State at 3 p.m. Select St. Cloud State men's hockey players will be signing autographs prior to the women's game at 2:30 and the women's hockey players will be available for autographs following their game.
What’s in a Name; St. Cloud’s First Parks
The first city park in St. Cloud's history was named Central Park but we now know it as Barden Park near the St. Cloud State University campus. St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis joined me on WJON to talk about the history of parks in the city.
St. Ben’s Volleyball Carrying Momentum Into MIAC Tournament
The St. Ben's volleyball team is carrying a streak of 4 straight match wins into the MIAC Tournament Quarterfinals Tuesday night. The Bennies are 12-11 overall and are hosting Augsburg at 7 p.m. tonight at Claire Lynch Hall.
What to Know About Lung Cancer During Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November is lung cancer awareness month. To learn more about lung cancer I was joined by Pulmonologist Dr. Robert Imel from CentraCare. He says lung cancer is an unchecked, unregulated growth of abnormal cells that start growing and don't stop growing.
Central MN to be Well Represented at State Swim/Dive Meet
Central Minnesota will once again be well represented in the State Swimming/Diving meet Thursday November 14 - Saturday November 16 at the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center.
This Central MN Town Was Once Known as Lake David
The town of Lake Henry is located in western Stearns County just north of Paynesville. It has a population of 103 and is located along Highway 4. To tell the story of Lake Henry I was joined by longtime Lake Henry residents Jim and Sue Brick.
This Central MN Town Was Once Known as Lake David
The town of Lake Henry is located in western Stearns County just north of Paynesville. It has a population of 103 and is located along Highway 4. To tell the story of Lake Henry I was joined by longtime Lake Henry residents Jim and Sue Brick.
Albany Volleyball Captures 3rd at State
Albany defeated Chatfield 3 sets to none in the 3rd place game at the Class 2-A State Tournament Saturday at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. Scores were 25-14, 25-22, 25-20.
This Central MN Small Town Was Named After a Town in Vermont
Royalton is a small town in Central Minnesota between Rice and Little Falls along Highway 10 and the Platte River residing in both Morrison and Benton Counties with a population of 1,281. Most of Royalton is in Morrison County.
St. Cloud Mayor-Elect, Jake Anderson Ready to Serve
Jake Anderson was elected Mayor of St. Cloud Tuesday night. He joined me on WJON today and says when he learned he was elected, he did a fist pump and admits he was a bit surprised.