In this Tuesday morning edition of Bonnie & Friends, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman celebrate the return of spring weather, with temperatures forecasted to hit 66°F tomorrow and 69°F on Thursday. The team reflects on a busy news cycle, including the Fargo City Commission’s decision to move up the police chief hiring timeline and a tragic 1981 cold case breakthrough in Barnes County.
The sports world is equally active, featuring a deep dive into the 2026 WNBA Draft, where the Minnesota Lynx selected point guard Olivia Miles. On a lighter note, the duo discusses the retirement of a local broadcasting icon, Jace’s ongoing battle with a mouse that used his favorite beanie to build a nest, and a “Question of the Morn” that sparks a fierce debate over favorite cookies.
Key Moments
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Broadcasting Legend Retires: After 50 years and nearly 5,000 games behind the mic, Moorhead Spuds and Concordia Cobbers play-by-play voice Larry Knutson officially calls it a career.
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The “Poof Ball” Nest: Jace provides a frustrating update on his vehicle’s mouse infestation, revealing a rodent tore the tassel off his MSUM beanie to build a nest in his air filter.
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Barnes County Cold Case: DNA technology has led to murder charges against 65-year-old Nancy Trottier for the 1981 death of a newborn baby found at Valley City State University.
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Lynx Draft New Blood: The Minnesota Lynx use their #2 overall pick to land TCU standout point guard Olivia Miles, adding 5’11” shooting guard Laney White in the third round.
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Twins Ambush Boston: The Minnesota Twins improve to a 10-7 winning record after an 11-run explosion in the first two innings against the Boston Red Sox.
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Fargo Police Chief Update: The City Commission declined to fast-track Interim Chief Travis Stefanowicz’s appointment, choosing instead to close applications on April 28th with a final vote potentially on May 11th.
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Search for Al Oden Ends: A somber report confirms that missing Wahpeton man Al Oden was found deceased in a submerged vehicle in the Cheyenne River.
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Favorite Cookie Showdown: The “Question of the Morn” unearths a wide range of listener preferences, from Bonnie’s love of traditional chocolate chip to Jace’s penchant for “monster cookies” and a surprising number of votes for shortbread.