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.
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Important Things To Know About Your Heart Health
February is "American Heart Month" which allows us to focus on how we can improve our hearth health. I was joined by CentraCare Non Invasive Cardiologist Dr. Benjamin Johnson on WJON's Health Matters program. Dr. Johnson explained that heart attacks start out as cholesterol plaque building up in the wall of arteries.
Johnnies, Bennies Bounced in MIAC Tourney
The St. John's Basketball was upset 83-80 by Hamline in the MIAC tournament semifinals Thursday night in Collegeville. The game was tight throughout and Hamline earned their 2nd win over the Johnnies this season.
High School Sports Results Thursday February 22
Boys Basketball:
ROCORI 87, Tech 85
Apollo 79, Willmar 70
Brainerd 83, Sartell-St. Stephen 57
Cathedral 82, Milaca 77
(Jake Plante had 18 points, Zach Stolzenberg chipped in 17 points, and Hank Sand added 13 points for the Crusaders...
Fishing is Good in MN; Where to Fish is the Challenge
Walleye, bass and northern pike fishing closes on inland lakes in Minnesota Sunday. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says if you want to catch walleyes, his suggestion for this weekend is to go to lakes that have more walleyes in them.
Cathedral Hockey Focused On Another State Run
The Cathedral boys hockey team has widely been regarded as one of the top Class A teams in the state throughout the season. The Crusaders are 21-4-1 and are fresh off a 10-0 section 5A quarterfinal win over Becker-Big Lake Tuesday night.
Car Stolen in Northeast St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a stolen vehicle on the 500 block of Wilson Avenue Northeast. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says the vehicle was a brown 2008 Chevy Impala with Minnesota license BMF 699.
How Work Mentors Can Make A Difference For Central MN Businesses
Do you have a work mentor? Some may say yes, while others have no idea what I'm referring to. Gail Cruikshank is the Talent Director for the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation.
St. John’s Basketball Working On Another Memorable Season
St. John's basketball captured another MIAC regular season title by finishing the conference regular season 18-2. The Johnnies hold a 20-5 overall record as they get set to play Hamline in the MIAC tournament semifinals in Collegeville Thursday night at 7 p.m.
St. Cloud Area Will Be Well Represented at State Gymnastics Meet
Both the St. Cloud Crush and Melrose Area have qualified for the team gymnastics state meet. The team competition starts Friday with individuals Saturday. The Crush consists of Tech, Apollo, Cathedral and Sauk Rapids-Rice students.
St. Ben’s Basketball Marches On in MIAC Playoffs
The St. Ben's basketball team won at Bethel 72-69 in the MIAC women's basketball tournament quarterfinals Tuesday night. The Bennies were led by Carla Meyer with 22 points and Megan Morgan added 18 points for St. Ben's.