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In this frigid Friday installment of Bonnie & Friends, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman confront the coldest morning of the season, with actual temperatures at 20 below zero and wind chills plummeting toward a lethal 60 below. The team provides critical updates on school e-learning days and dangerous road conditions, including a rollover on I-29. On the sports front, Jace and "Big Game" James McCarty recap a defensive battle at the inaugural American Bowl in Florida, featuring local standouts Jack Strand and Bri Kapenu. Between warnings about frostbite and "exploding trees," the duo finds time to celebrate a historic winning streak for the NDSU women's basketball team and debate the best food finds at local potlucks.

Key Moments

• The 60-Below Sting: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki issues a dire warning about life-threatening wind chills, noting that frostbite can settle in within five minutes and explaining why "exploding trees" are more about freezing sap than actual pyrotechnics.

• Local Products in the American Bowl: James McCarty breaks down the low-scoring 7-6 thriller in Lakeland, Florida, where MSUM's Jack Strand and NDSU's Bri Kapenu showcased their skills for NFL scouts.

• Fargo’s Interchange Upgrade: The show covers the Fargo City Commission’s green light for a major 64th Avenue I-29 interchange project, leveraging over $61 million in area investment.

• Avery Kunin’s Dominance: Jace highlights NDSU junior Avery Kunin, who secured her 14th double-double of the year to lead the Bison women to their 15th straight victory.

• Accidental Apple Cheddar: James McCarty shares his experience at All Sauger Meats, revealing that their fan-favorite apple cheddar meat sticks were actually created by a happy accident in the kitchen.

• The "Turd Ferguson" Mystery: A lighthearted debate ensues over the 1962 banning of the "impure" dance craze song from Catholic schools, set to be revealed in Monday's "Music Flashback".

• Friday Food Fight: Jace asks listeners for the best "out of the norm" food they've tried at a potluck, leading to submissions like "Russian Salad," "Grape Salad," and a very firm "no" from Janet on trying "Tiger Meat".

• Moorhead Fentanyl Arrest: A sobering report details the arrest of a Horizon Middle School student in possession of 1,500 fentanyl pills, prompting the school to implement regular canine searches.

Today's guest is Gregg Hanson! ☁️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.

Rocky Schneider braves the Fargo cold to highlight the people and events making downtown a vibrant community hub. The show features two special guests and a preview of upcoming seasonal traditions that aim to bring neighbors together.

The conversation includes:

• Fargo’s Funniest Finals: Aaron Templin, owner of Front Street Taproom and The Cellar, discusses the climax of the "Fargo’s Funniest" competition. He shares the history of The Cellar as a underground comedy staple and previews the final shows where the audience votes to crown the local champion.

• Affordable Homeownership: Trenton Gerads, Executive Director of the Cass Clay Community Land Trust, explains their unique "shared equity" model. The Trust helps low-to-moderate-income families purchase homes by bridging the gap between market prices and affordability, ensuring these houses remain community assets forever.

• Valentine’s Day Coffee & Cocoa Crawl: Rocky previews one of downtown’s premier events. Participants can enjoy a variety of hot beverages—including cider and chai—using unique, handcrafted mugs created by local artist Hayden of Living the Dream Pottery.

• Downtown Developments: The show touches on the 50th annual Street Fair, new mascot "urban forager" raccoon statues, and the preservation of the historic 1905 BB House as a new office for the Land Trust.

The Coffee Club from Friday January 23rd, 2026.  Guests include Blaze and Jarrod from Martin - Drive, Dillon Spurlin and Tom Krabbenhoff plus your calls and emails.

The Jay Thomas Show from Thursday January 22nd, 2026.  Guests include Brian Schinn and your calls and emails.

What happens when your life plan falls apart—but your purpose finds you instead? 💡

Ricot Aladin sits down with Zac Paulson, VP of Technology at ABM Technology Group and founder of five companies, to explore his untraditional rise from college dropout to tech industry leader. Zac opens up about discovering his passion through failure, grit, and faith—sharing how a near miss in pharmacy school led him to entrepreneurship and a lifelong mission to serve people through technology.

From navigating post-9/11 career shifts to leading in an era defined by cybersecurity and AI, Zac reflects on what it means to love people first, simplify systems, and lead with humility in a digital world.

Tune in for real-world lessons on resilience, leadership, and lifelong learning—plus the surprising story behind the “Bear of Warm Fuzzies.”

Today's guests are Yan Pierce & Denise Jones with CIC! ☁️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.

In this high-energy Thursday edition of Bonnie & Friends, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman confront a "brutal cold" that has officially settled into the Red River Valley. With wind chills plummeting toward 50 below zero, the team provides essential safety updates while navigating a morning of "greasy" roads and rollover crashes. On the sports front, the Indiana Hoosiers are still the talk of the town after their historic national title, while the local Fargo Force face a tough overtime loss in Texas. Between debates over the best soup and sandwich combos and a look at the bizarre "exploding tree" memes circulating on social media, the duo welcomes the organizers of the 34th Annual Boat Show to discuss the ultimate indoor winter escape.

Key Moments

• Life-Threatening Cold: Bonnie and Jace break down the confusing array of "Extreme Cold Warnings" and "Wind Chill Watches," with Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki warning that frostbite can occur in as little as five minutes.

• The "Exploding Tree" Debunk: Dean takes aim at a viral social media meme claiming trees are exploding in the cold, explaining the actual science of freezing sap while reminding listeners not to believe everything they see on Facebook.

• Fentanyl at School: A sobering report details the arrest of a Moorhead middle school student found with 1,500 fentanyl pills, leading to the announcement of regular, random canine searches in local schools.

• Comfort Food Classics: The "Question of the Morn" sparks a massive response as listeners share their favorite winter pairings, ranging from classic tomato soup and grilled cheese to "Nefla soup with a Cuban sandwich."

• Sports Roundup: Jace highlights the 15-game winning streak of the NDSU women’s basketball team and previews the "American Bowl" in Florida, which features local standouts Bri Kapenu (NDSU) and Jack Strand (MSUM).

• Boat Show Fever: Barry Sinenko and Brian Shin join the studio to preview this weekend's Red River Valley Boat and Marine Products Show at the Fargodome, promising 75-degree indoor temperatures and the return of the popular "trout pond" for kids.

• The "Alford Plea": The team covers the latest in the South Fargo stabbing case of Ethan Larson, as Michael Dietrich maintains his innocence while acknowledging prosecutors have enough evidence for a conviction.

• Ag Outlook with Bridgette Readel: Bridgette discusses "Sainfoin," an ancient grain being used as a high-nutrient, bloat-free forage for livestock, and touches on the latest USDA dietary guidelines.

The Coffee Club from Thursday January 22nd, 2026.  Guests include Joe Ruud, Sheriff Jesse Jahner and Sergeant Jarrod Wagner.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman talk baseball for the first time in 2026. They discuss the outrage with some MLB owners since the Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker to a four year deal worth $240 million. Plus, they discuss if they think the MLB should have a salary cap/floor or not.