Bonnie is officially back in the big chair after a holiday break, but Mother Nature didn't roll out the red carpet. The crew dives into a wild week of weather, local legal drama, and a major move for the Minnesota Twins that has fans talking. From the bizarre discovery of a doctor in a Dollar Tree freezer to the mysterious "Green Bridge" in agriculture, this episode covers the quirky, the serious, and the snowy.
Episode Highlights
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The Return of Bonnie: Bonnie returns from her break—fully baked and wrapped for Christmas—just in time to face a Wind Advisory and a looming "Stay Home Thursday" blizzard warning from Dean.
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Twins Talk: The Minnesota Twins sign veteran slugger Josh Bell to a $7 million deal. While his bat is a welcome addition, the team’s defense remains a concern for local sports enthusiasts.
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Legal Showdown: A major lawsuit is brewing as Southern Valley Fire and Rescue sues the City of Fargo and Cass County over illegal annexation and tax revenue disputes.
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The "Green Bridge" Mystery: Ag Director Bridgette Readel explains the "Green Bridge"—a cycle of wheat disease—and discusses how massive modern combines are putting historical bridges to the test.
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The Dictionary's New "Slop": The crew debates Merriam-Webster's 2025 Word of the Year—"slop"—which now refers to low-quality AI content and digital junk rather than just pig feed.
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Holiday Nostalgia: A deep dive into favorite Christmas smells and flavors, featuring a heated debate over soft vs. hard peppermint sticks and the "disappointment" of finding raisins in caramel rolls.
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Winter Garden Prep: Horticulture educator Jill Patry previews the Winter Garden College and offers a "no-pressure" demo on making freezer jam.