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
Sauk Rapids Proposing 3 New Hires in Preliminary Budget
The city of Sauk Rapids is looking to increase its budget for next year by $416,600.
Sheriff: Osakis School Bomb Threat Came from Out of State
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says they believe a bomb threat that was sent to the Osakis public schools came from another state.
Superintendent: Bomb Threat Closes Osakis Schools
A bomb threat has closed the school buildings in Osakis.
St. Cloud Norsemen Hosting Home Opener this Weekend
The St. Cloud Norsemen have their home opener this weekend. They are hosting the Bismarck Bobcats both Friday and Saturday night at the Municipal Athletic Complex.
Macy’s Needs 76,000 Holiday Workers
Macy's wants to hire 76,000 new employees for the busy holiday shopping season.
Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule Starts on October 1st
Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule goes into effect next month.
Big Mega Millions Winner, Powerball Drawing Wednesday Night
A ticket sold in New York has won a big Mega Millions jackpot.
October Outlook: Above Normal Temperatures, Precipitation
The Climate Prediction Center is putting itself out there with some long-range forecasts for temperatures and precipitation.
St. Cloud Considering Removal of Downtown Traffic Signal
The city is looking at removing a traffic light in downtown St. Cloud.
Powerball Jackpot Grows to $490 Million
The Powerball drawing is getting close to a half-billion dollars.
Frost Advisory Issued for Northeastern Minnesota
A chilly night is on tap Tuesday night, with frosty conditions expected. A Frost Advisory has been issued for much of the Northland.
New BBQ Restaurant Planned for Sauk Rapids
A new barbecue restaurant is coming to Sauk Rapids.