06-17-25 Bonnie & Friends: From Tornadoes to Volleyball Aces

📍 Show Overview:In this lively episode of Bonnie and Friends on WDAY Radio, Bonnie and Jace bring a classic North Dakota morning to life with a dynamic blend of breaking news, weather updates, sports chatter, and quirky humor. With guest appearances from “Big Game James,” meteorologist Dean Wysocki, and listener call-ins, it’s a jam-packed two-hour broadcast that rides the waves of serious headlines and breezy banter.

⏱️ Highlighted Moments & Timestamps:

🌩️ Major Weather & Crime Headlines

Recap of storms across MN, including large hail in Brainerd Lakes and confirmed tornadoes.

Breaking: Accused murderer facing federal charges in connection

 

📍 Show Overview:
In this lively episode of Bonnie and Friends on WDAY Radio, Bonnie and Jace bring a classic North Dakota morning to life with a dynamic blend of breaking news, weather updates, sports chatter, and quirky humor. With guest appearances from “Big Game James,” meteorologist Dean Wysocki, and listener call-ins, it's a jam-packed two-hour broadcast that rides the waves of serious headlines and breezy banter.

⏱️ Highlighted Moments & Timestamps:

  • 🌩️ [0:00–2:45] Major Weather & Crime Headlines

    • Recap of storms across MN, including large hail in Brainerd Lakes and confirmed tornadoes.

    • Breaking: Accused murderer facing federal charges in connection with the killing of a MN lawmaker’s husband.

  • 🚨 [2:45–4:40] Crime Watch

    • Valley City DUI/fleeing arrest of a 19-year-old.

    • Child pornography charges in LaMoure County.

    • Fire destroys Maple Lake home — no injuries reported.

  • 📺 [4:40–10:09] Sports Center Comes to Fargo & Local Sports Recap

    • ESPN's SportsCenter is visiting Fargo on August 11 — NDSU football to be featured!

    • Volleyball all-star game coverage: Shanley grad Caitlin Ullman shines with 14 kills.

    • NBA & Stanley Cup Finals updates: Thunder vs. Pacers; Panthers vs. Oilers.

  • 🧠 [10:09–15:00+] Offbeat & Humorous Banter

    • Listener call-ins about “what makes you nervous” (dentist, bills, open carry).

    • Bonnie and Jace swap childhood dental trauma stories and joke about emotional support alligators.

  • 🍓 [2:46–3:00:00+] Lifestyle & Community Vibes

    • Strawberry season in full swing — how to pick the perfect berry!

    • Talk of summer heat, foggy windows, and grilling tips.

    • Listener Paulie gets nostalgic about ‘The Bionic Woman’ and awkward gun sightings in KFC.

  • 🎧 [~7:00 AM Segment] Flatland Music Flashback Preview

    • Tomorrow’s musical throwback features Jefferson Airplane, Fleetwood Mac, and more.

 

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