Hosts Jace Denman and "Big Game" James McCarty fill in for Bonnie for a "Morning Circus Edition" of Bonnie and Friends. The show tackles winter weather , Christmas talk , and a weekend of surprising sports results.
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Winter Storm Watch: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki advises listeners of a winter storm watch in effect from Fargo northward , starting Tuesday and lasting until Wednesday morning. Heavy snow and patchy blowing snow with gusts up to 45 mph are possible , and a chance of freezing rain is also possible Tuesday morning. These conditions are expected to make the Tuesday afternoon and evening commute "an absolute mess".
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Vikings Win, FCS Stunners: The Minnesota Vikings secured a 31-0 victory over the Washington Commanders , keeping their slim playoff hopes alive. However, the biggest headlines were in the FCS playoffs:
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North Dakota State Bison were upset 29-28 by Illinois State at the Fargo Dome.
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South Dakota State fell to Montana 50-29.
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North Dakota lost to Tarleton State 31-13.
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The South Dakota Coyotes dominated Mercer 47-0 , advancing as the lone Dakota school remaining.
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Christmas Conundrums: The hosts discuss the question of the morning: how far along are you on shopping, decorating, or baking? James McCarty is awaiting a message from his grandmother regarding what cookies he has to bake and bring to Christmas. Jace Denman is working on shopping for his wife's birthday (10 days before Christmas) and Christmas.
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The Science of Stank: A bizarre story surfaces from a 1998 gastroenterologist's study: women's flatulence allegedly smells worse than men's due to a significantly higher concentration of hydrogen sulfide , a compound scientists believe may help slow or reverse Alzheimer's effects.
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NBA and NHL Updates: The Minnesota Timberwolves (15-8) host the Phoenix Suns , and the Minnesota Wild (15-9-5) wrap up a four-game road trip against the Seattle Kraken.
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Other Headlines: The show also covers the new 12-team FBS College Football Playoff bracket , the discovery of a seal under a dishwasher at a bar in New Zealand , and a high school basketball crowdfight at Hopkins that cut a game short.