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
Minnesota Passes 3 Million COVID-19 Vaccine Milestone
Minnesota has passed the three million COVID-19 vaccine dose milestone.
One Million Minnesotans Have Completed COVID-19 Vaccinations
One million Minnesotans have now completed their COVID-19 vaccine series.
REAL ID Enforcement in Minnesota Six Months Away
With just six months to go before REAL ID goes into full enforcement, just 22 percent of Minnesotans have a REAL ID or enhanced driver's license.
What You Need to Know About the COVID Vaccine Expansion
We know more details about the planned expansion of COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Governor Tim Walz says that all Minnesotans 16 years old and older will be eligible to get the vaccine starting on Tuesday.
All 5 Minnesota Division I Hockey Teams in NCAA Tournament
For the first time ever all five of Minnesota's Division I men's hockey teams are in the 16-team NCAA tournament. Here's a look at when and who they all play.
March Is National Nutrition Month
If you've already broken on your New Year's resolution to eat healthier there is no better time than the present to get back on track.
Curious Kids Exploring Temporary Exhibit at Children’s Museum
The new Great River Children's Museum in downtown St. Cloud is slowly coming alive with activity.
Report: Minnesota Sheriffs Issue Record Number of Gun Permits
Minnesota's sheriffs issued more firearms permits last year than in any other year since the state's Personal Protection Act was enacted.
Gas Prices Continue to Rise
Gas prices continue to go up. The website GasBuddy.com says Minnesota gas prices have risen 7.4 per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.67 a gallon.
First Half Of March Looks to be Very Mild
One last cool day Monday before temperatures look to be above normal for the first half of March.