It’s a busy Thursday on Bonnie and Friends as hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman navigate a mild January morning with big news for the Fargo-Moorhead area. The duo dives into the latest local headlines, including a major new subdivision near the Fargo Sports Complex and the growing "Border Battle" for residents as data reveals where Americans are moving (and which states they are fleeing). From the heart-pounding semifinals of the college football playoffs to a bizarre story about a deer trashing a Wisconsin basement, this episode blends essential local updates with the strange-but-true stories that keep the Midwest talking.
Key Moments
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The Great Migration: Jace and Bonnie discuss the latest U-Haul moving data, revealing that Texas was the top destination for movers last year, while states like Illinois and California saw the largest mass exits.
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Intruder in the Basement: The crew recaps a chaotic scene in Wisconsin where a family returned home to find a deer had crashed through a window and lived in their basement for two days, leaving behind a trail of blood, broken glass, and quite a mess.
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Ag Update & Drone Bans: Ag Director Bridget Riedel joins the show to discuss a significant new ban on DJI drones due to national security concerns and offers expert advice for "chicken ranchers" looking to winterize their coops before the next cold snap.
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Fargo’s Growing Footprint: Details emerge on a massive new 153-acre development project South of 64th Avenue that will bring a mix of commercial, residential, and mixed-use spaces to the metro.
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The "Whack" Heard ‘Round the World: A look back at sports history marks the anniversary of the infamous Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding incident, sparking a debate on the most shocking moments in athletic history.
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Winter Road Hazards: A serious travel warning is issued for Northeastern North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota, where freezing rain has created ice-covered roads and "no travel" advisories in Pembina County.
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Vegas Bound: The show celebrates its first local qualifier for the "Valentine's Day in Vegas" giveaway, which includes a trip to see The Wizard of Oz at the spectacular Las Vegas Sphere.