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
What Gear Do St. Cloud Police Have in an Equipment Car? [VIDEO]
Patrol officers have a lot of equipment at their disposal to face a variety of different scenarios while out on patrol.
St. Cloud Private School on MDH List of COVID Outbreaks
A private school in St. Cloud is included on a list of schools that has had an outbreak of COVID-19 cases to start the school year.
Severe Weather Possible Thursday Night
Severe weather is possible Thursday evening into the early morning hours Friday.
Former Kings Inn Has Long History Along Little Rock Lake
The former Kings Inn building along Little Rock Lake in Watab Township -- or at least what was left of the vacant building -- burned to the ground on Sunday. The fire sparked many memories of the glory days from years gone by.
Pontoon Manufacturer Moving World Headquarters to Big Lake
The city of Big Lake has lured in a big manufacturer. Premier Pontoons which is currently headquartered in Wyoming, Minnesota, is moving its entire operation to the Sherburne County community.
Mayor: Cowboy Jack’s Finalizes Purchase of Half of Press Bar Site
We should expect to see some development and improvements to be made to the former Press Bar site in downtown St. Cloud.
Showers and Thunderstorms Possible on Thursday
As a cold front approaches from the west Thursday afternoon, showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop along and ahead of the front in western Minnesota then gradually push east through the afternoon and evening.
Cheers to the History of Beer in Central Minnesota
Today central Minnesota has a handful of great local beer options, but this history of beer here actually goes way back to the days when the first settlers arrived.
Sun Country Brings Back In-Flight Service with Minnesota Brands
Sun Country Airlines is bringing back in-flight service with a lot of Minnesota flare.
Over An Inch of Rain In St. Cloud on Monday Night
We had well over an inch of rain in St. Cloud Monday night.
Downtown St. Cloud Starbucks Plan Approved by St. Cloud Council
A large empty lot in the heart of St. Cloud will soon be busy with coffee lovers.
Strong Storms Possible on Monday Night
A few severe storms will be possible late Monday afternoon through the night as an area of showers and thunderstorms moves across the area ahead of a cold front.