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
Powerful November Storm Ready to Hit Minnesota
A Winter Storm Warning has been expanded to cover most of central Minnesota along with all of southern Minnesota and west-central Wisconsin.
Rainy, Windy Weather Expected Monday and Tuesday
Widespread heavy rainfall is expected area-wide Monday and Tuesday. Total rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected.
Snow Moving Into Minnesota For the Weekend
A storm system that was across the Upper Midwest Friday morning, will continue to intensify.
Snow, Cold Temps Still On Track for Later This Week
A major winter storm is expected to impact the Dakotas starting Wednesday night.
Strong Storms Possible for Minnesota
Tornadoes, large hail, and damaging wind are all possible late Tuesday afternoon and evening across much of the area.
Sheriff: Dynamite Found in Litchfield Area Garage
Some dynamite was found and disposed of at a home in Meeker County. The Sheriff's Office says they were called to the home along Highway 12 north of Litchfield at 4:00 p.m. Monday.
Update: Motorcycle Driver Killed In Collision With Hay Bale
A motorcycle driver was killed when the motorcycle he was driving ran into a hay bale. The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened Thursday at about 5:30 p.m. on Highway 25 north of Pierz.
Study: We’re Overpaying Up To $375 A Year On Gas
We're overpaying for gas by about $375 a year. That's according to a new "Pump Habits" study by the website GasBuddy.com.
State Patrol Busy Thursday Responding to Crashes
The snow and rain mix Thursday caused a lot of crashes.
NWS: Winter Storm Possible Late Week
There is increasing confidence that a winter storm will impact Minnesota & Wisconsin Wednesday through Friday.