Jay Caldwell

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.

Stolen Copper in Sherburne County; Vehicle Theft in Waite Park

The Sherburne County Sheriff's Department are reporting stripped copper off irrigators on the west end of the county. Alicia Mages from Tri County Crime Stoppers says this happened sometime between December 20-24.

#12 Johnnies and Bennies Win at Augsburg

The St. John's and St. Ben's basketball teams both won at Augsburg in Minneapolis Wednesday night. St. John's led by 18 at halftime and held off Augsburg in the 2nd half to win 78-69. St. Ben's used a 2nd half surge to knock off Augsburg 63-44.

High School Sports Results Wednesday January 22

Boys Basketball: Buffalo 90, Sauk Rapids-Rice 87 (2 overtimes) (This game was originally scheduled for Tuesday January 21) Boys Hockey: Cathedral 7, Princeton 5 (John Hirschfeld was involved in all seven goals with two goals and five assists on the night...

Twins Winter Caravan Stops in St. Joe

The Minnesota Twins Winter Caravan made a stop in St. Joseph at Kennedy Community School. Twins infielder/outfielder Austin Martin, starting pitcher Zebby Mathews, former Twin turned broadcaster Justin Morneau, TV play-by-play voice Cory Provus and mascot TC Bear all made an appearance.

Common Infant Health Concerns For Central Minnesotans

Becoming a new parent is an exciting and stressful time. I was joined by Pediatrician Dr. David Smith from Sartell Pediatrics on WJON's Health Matters program to talk about common infant health issues.

What You Need to Know to Ice Fish in MN

About 10 percent of Minnesota’s 1.5 million licensed anglers head back to their favorite lakes for ice fishing once they freeze. They can turn an empty, snow-covered bay into a winter village overnight, complete with houses, makeshift streets, lighting and laughter that often comes with this social winter sport.

When Fast Food Restaurants Replaced Drive-Ins in St. Cloud

Drive-in restaurants reached the height of their popularity in the 1960s in the St. Cloud area. Local historian and lifelong St. Cloud area resident Jim Grabinski joined me on WJON.

Johnnie Basketball Moving Up in a National Poll

St. John's basketball has moved up to #12 in the nation in this week's d3hoops.com Division III men's college basketball poll. The Johnnies are 14-2 and 7-0 in the MIAC. St. John's is coming off a 97-68 win over St. Scholastica last Saturday. S...

St. Cloud Past Drive-Ins; Char Broiler, Freddy’s and More

Drive-in restaurants were popular in the United States in the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. St. Cloud area historian and life long resident Jim Grabinski joined me on WJON to highlight some of the past drive-ins in this community. This is the 2nd installment.

Why Central Minnesotans Should Invest in Themselves

New Year's resolutions can range from weight loss, exercise more, or save money but maybe investing in yourself could be a good option of you. I was joined on WJON by Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation Talent Director Gail Cruikshank.

This Central MN Small Town Could Have Been Called “Burr Oak”

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.

The History of St. Cloud Area Drive-In Restaurants

Drive-In Restaurants were everywhere in the St. Cloud area in the 1950s-1980s. St. Cloud area local historian and lifelong resident Jim Grabinski joined me on WJON. He explains at drive-ins customers would park and car hops would come to you.