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01-29-26 Bonnie & Friends: Deep Freeze Birthdays, Super Bowl Rematches, and the Return of the Snowman

Bonnie & Friends on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

In this Thursday morning edition of Bonnie & Friends, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman navigate a "brutal" cold snap that has high temperatures struggling to reach zero. Despite the deep freeze, the studio is full of warmth as Jace celebrates his father’s 75th birthday and recaps the thrilling setup for Super Bowl 60. The team dives into local headlines, from a Moorhead fentanyl bust to the appointment of Rick Berg as NDSU’s interim president. Later, they are joined by Mark Simonet of the FM Legion Riders to preview "Freezin' for a Reason," a massive fundraiser for homeless veterans that involves live bands, a soup cook-off, and brave souls sleeping in tents.

Key Moments

  • The Super Bowl 60 Rematch: Jace breaks down the NFL Conference Championships, where the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots both secured victories to set up a legendary rematch a decade in the making.

  • NDSU’s New Leadership: The team discusses the appointment of former congressman Rick Berg as interim president of NDSU, taking the reins as David Cook departs for Iowa State.

  • Moorhead Middle School Bust: A serious report on the arrest of a local student in possession of 1,500 fentanyl pills leads to a discussion on the implementation of random canine searches in schools.

  • "Freezin' for a Reason": Mark Simonet joins the studio to

 

01-28-26 Bonnie & Friends: Shootouts, Super Bowls, and the Emerald Ash Borer Invasion

Bonnie & Friends on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

In this action-packed Wednesday edition of Bonnie & Friends, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman navigate a morning of breaking local news and sports triumphs. The Minnesota Wild provide a major highlight, overcoming a three-goal deficit to defeat the Blackhawks in a thrilling shootout. Meanwhile, the team looks ahead to the Super Bowl as the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks prepare for a high-stakes rematch. Closer to home, a serious alert is issued for Fargo residents following the first detection of the invasive emerald ash borer in the city. Between discussions on changing shopping habits due to inflation and the "joys" of owning aging pets, the duo welcomes Nick and Lucas Johnson from Sweet Shots to talk indoor golf escapes and the evolution of their menu.

Key Moments

  • Wild Comeback in St. Paul: Jace recaps the Minnesota Wild's gritty 4-3 shootout win over Chicago, highlighting Jesper Wallstedt’s "Wall of St. Paul" performance and Kirill Kaprizov’s decisive shootout goal.

  • Emerald Ash Borer Hits Fargo: NDSU Extension horticulturist Don Kinsler joins the show to discuss the devastating impact of the emerald ash borer, recently discovered near the Fargo library, and offers tips on how to identify and treat at-risk ash trees.

  • Super Bowl Rematch Set: The NFL playoffs conclude with the Seahawks edging the Rams and the Patriots surviving a Denver blizzard to set up a Super Bowl 60 showdown in Santa Clara.

  • Inflation and Shopping Habits: Bonnie and Jace dive into the "Question of the Morn," hearing from listeners about their shift toward generic brands, stocking up during sales, and the skyrocketing price of Doritos and soda.

  • Winter Woes & Exploding Trees: The team discusses the ongoing cold snap, vehicle diagnostic failures, and debunks the "exploding tree" myth while warning of a 17-below-zero dip coming Thursday night.

  • Sweet Shots in the Studio: GM Nick Johnson and Pro Lucas Johnson stop by to discuss the facility's breakaway netting system designed for ice strain, their revamped corporate memberships, and why 80% of their customers aren't actually "golfers".

  • Local Vigil for Peace: A report on a silent vigil held in Moorhead to honor Alex Pretty and Renee Gooden, both killed in recent incidents involving federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis.

  • Agriculture Automation: Ag Director Bridgette Readel highlights a new automated rail car lid system from Rayhawk, designed to keep grain elevator workers safer and warmer during the winter months.

 

Talk of the Town with Jon Adams: Fear, Freedom, and the Second Amendment (01-28-26)

Talk of the Town with Jon Adams - Wednesdays 11am to 12pm on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

In this episode of Talk of the Town, Jon Adams reflects on a deeply personal and politically charged trip from Fargo to Minneapolis — a journey that moves from icy roads and lost wallets to the birth of a grandson and the unsettling realities facing an American city on edge.

John shares the joy of becoming a grandfather and how holding new life has a way of sharpening perspective. But that joy is quickly contrasted with the tension gripping Minneapolis, where fear, ICE activity, and aggressive enforcement have left everyday citizens afraid to leave their homes. Drawing from firsthand conversations, news footage, and his own experiences, John explores the killing of Alex Pretti, the uneven response from Second Amendment advocates, and what happens when legal rights fail to protect those exercising them.

The episode dives into the growing disconnect between federal authority and state autonomy, the consequences of poorly trained enforcement, and why Minneapolis has become a national testing ground for how far government power can reach. John also examines shifting political narratives around the Second Amendment, protests, and law enforcement — and why many Americans are suddenly feeling vulnerable in ways they never have before.

Blending personal storytelling with sharp political commentary, this episode asks a sobering question: What happens when “it can’t happen here” becomes “it can happen to anyone”?

 

01-28-26 Weather and Ag in Focus: Wednesday Weather Trivia

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Today's guests Jason Hammerback, Jim Thompson, and Chris McDonald! ☁️Watch Weather & Ag in focus LIVE! 🌾 💬Leave a comment, 📞 701-293-9000, or 🌐 weather@flagfamily.com or AG@flagfamily.com Join WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel & Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki as they break down Weather and Agriculture topics.