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
Part of MN Could Get More Than Half Foot of Snow this Weekend
The northern third of Minnesota will be under a Winter Storm Watch from Saturday night into Sunday night.
St. Cloud Holds Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony [PHOTOS]
It was a festival atmosphere in front of the River's Edge Convention center in downtown St. Cloud Thursday evening.
Benton County History: How Rice Got Its Name, Location
The most recent census figures show good growth in Rice. The Benton County community grew by 700 people between 2010 and 2020.
Airport Authority Taking Over St. Cloud Airport on January 1st
On the first of the year, the city of St. Cloud will be handing over the keys to the St. Cloud Regional Airport.
St. Cloud Regional Airport Getting Another $1.1M Federal Grant
The St. Cloud Regional Airport is getting another $1.1 million federal grant.
Slow Start to Snow Season in Minnesota
We're now into early December and our lawns are still looking pretty green, thanks to the mild temperatures and lack of any significant snow.
Clearwater Man Hurt in Crash Near Redwood Falls
A Clearwater man was hurt in a crash in south-central Minnesota Wednesday morning.
MN Medical Cannabis Program to Add Edibles in 2022
Infused edibles like gummies and chews will be an allowed form of medical cannabis next year.
Ice Castles Returning to Minnesota Community This Winter
After taking last year off, the Ice Castles are returning to Minnesota.
Holidazzle Returns to Minneapolis this Christmas Season
Holidazzle will return to Minneapolis later this month.
Pequot Lakes Man Pleads Guilty on Eve of Trial
A Pequot Lakes man has pleaded guilty to illegally possessing firearms, ammunition, and over 400 grams of methamphetamine.
Minneapolis Felon Sentenced for Role in Gas Station Shooting
A Minneapolis man was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for possessing ammunition as a felon during a shooting at a Minneapolis gas station.