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🎯 Episode Overview:
In this power-packed episode of Weather & Ag in Focus, your hosts dig into the latest ag weather forecast, break down a major grain terminal closure, and sit down with Chris Sherman from Tech Support Farm—a.k.a. the “cybersecurity superhero.” The show weaves timely updates, important safety announcements, and tech-forward ag insights into an episode farmers and ag professionals won’t want to miss.

🔑 Episode Highlights & Timestamps:

🌧️ 0:00 – Rain on the Radar
Forecast:

• High of 88°F today with 50% chance of rain overnight

• Temps dropping to low 60s, 70s expected tomorrow

“A half-inch of rain would make a big difference for a lot of folks.”

🚒 1:34 – Firefighter Safety Training (RFDASH)

• Free event on July 19 in Amenia for rural firefighters

• Learn about ag emergency response, hazard mapping, and first aid

Limited to 25 spots—contact ag@flagfamily.com to sign up.

🧪 3:57 – Project Safe Send Reminder

• Pesticide drop-off locations across ND

• Not for paints/oils—strictly ag chemicals

• This week: Minot, Tioga, Killdeer, Dickinson, and Beulah

🍄 4:49 – White Mold Alert + Regev Fungicide

• White mold pressure is up—especially in soybeans and dry beans

• New hybrid fungicide Regev combines tea tree oil + triazoles

“A curative option that disrupts spore germination and mycelial growth.”

🚢 9:00 – CHS Closes Grain Terminal in Duluth

• CHS ends barge operations; grain flow shifts west (Asian markets)

“It’s the end of an era—fewer raw beans going east, more oil and meal heading west.”

📦 9:54 – Big Auction in Adrian, MN

• Livestock handling equipment, tractors, horse trailers & more

Visit kerrauction.com to browse the listings

🛡️ 12:00 – Interview: Cybersecurity in Ag (Chris Sherman)
Chris dives into farm-level cyber threats, payment app vulnerabilities, and how to protect sensitive data from hackers and foreign actors.

Highlights include:

• 12:40 – What PCI compliance actually means

• 15:45 – Why manual credit card entries are risky

• 18:10 – Enable transaction notifications (don’t ignore fraud alerts!)

• 20:36 – Most farms need outsourced IT help

“You wouldn’t leave your wallet at the bar—don’t leave your farm’s data unsecured either.”

💸 29:00 – Fake Part Websites & Scam Detection Tools

• Tips to avoid getting scammed when ordering ag parts online

• Use tools like SiteChecker to verify URLs

“If a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is—especially after storms.”

🔐 30:46 – Why Farms Need Real IT + Cyber Support

• Most ISPs aren't security experts

• Farms need cybersecurity-aware support—especially with apps, GPS, and drones

“Even your sprayer could be hacked.”

🚁 36:15 – Protecting Tile Plow Data & Drones

• Back up GPS drain tile maps

• Secure drone networks—don’t rely on public Wi-Fi

• Beware of international cyber threats

“Your drone could be surveilling more than just weeds.”

🌾 37:16 – Crop Acreage Update (2025 ND & MN)

• Soybeans lead ND with 6.6M acres

• Corn acreage hits record high

• Del Monte files bankruptcy—but brand will continue

🎯 Episode Overview:
In this jam-packed Monday morning episode, Bonnie and Jace bring the perfect mix of local news, summer nostalgia, and small-town charm. They kick off with weather and headlines, laugh through weekend stories, debate fan prices and family air conditioning feuds, and wrap up with deep dives into local events, MLB draft picks, and the oddball news you didn’t know you needed. Think: a kid trapped in a claw machine, a dog stealing slippers, and a Minnesota house stuck at 79°F.

⏱️ Key Highlights & Timestamps:

🌞 0:00 – Weather & Local Kickoff

• Hot and humid! High of 88°F, with thunderstorms possible.

• Relief is coming midweek: 71°F on Tuesday, 69°F on Wednesday.

• Air quality alert due to Canadian wildfire smoke.

“We’ll finally dip into the 60s—we haven’t done that in a while!”

🕯️ 2:00 – Honoring Officer Jake Wallin

• Memorial service held at Fargo PD for Officer Wallin, who died in the line of duty on July 14, 2023.

“It’s been two years already… we remember his courage and sacrifice.”

🐜 3:00 – Mosquito Wars & Street Fair Prep

• Cass County’s spraying campaign continues to tackle the mosquito problem.

• Fargo’s Street Fair starts Thursday: weather looks great, with highs in the 70s and low 80s.

🎤 6:00 – Red River Valley Fair Wrap-Up

• Lauren Daigle’s concert was the most attended of the weekend.

• Other big acts included All-American Rejects and Kane Brown.

“Nothing like dancing your heart out in 85 degrees and a haze of wildfire smoke.”

🧊 8:30 – AC Drama: “It’s 79 Degrees and Rising!”

• Bonnie’s house AC is down. Family members are melting. Laney’s is on the way.

“When grandma and the baby are both cranky... no one wins.”

🎸 45:00 – Concert Rewind: Boyz II Men, VIP Passes & Back Pain

• Jace and friends reminisce about a concert that was part music, part marathon.

• A nostalgic set featuring Motownphilly, covers of Bruno Mars, and aching feet.

“I haven’t thought about Boyz II Men in 30 years, and now I can’t stop.”

🚓 1:04:00 – Police & Local Oddities

• Weekend incident with protest signs on a pedestrian bridge turned into a minor brawl.

• DWI suspect crashes into a garage at 0.41 BAC — five times the legal limit!

🐟 1:10:00 – ND Fish Drop & Airport Rankings

• 9 million walleye fingerlings released into ND lakes.

• MSP Airport ranked 3rd best in the country (Salt Lake City is #1!).

⚾ 1:25:00 – MLB Draft Deep Dive

• Twins’ first-round pick: Merrick Houston, a shortstop from Wake Forest.

• Other picks include a pitcher recovering from Tommy John and Delmon Young’s nephew.

“All-Star game tomorrow. Byron Buxton is reppin’ the Twins!”

🎪 1:50:00 – Coming Up: ND State Fair & Street Fairs

• Tickets to Jelly Roll, Luke Bryan, Sawyer Brown up for grabs.

• Busy summer schedule incoming: fairs, markets, and family reunions.

🐈 2:10:00 – The Case of the Cat and the Lottery Ticket

• A man finds his lost $150,000 Powerball ticket behind his bed, thanks to his cat.

“Onyx may have 9 lives—and just paid for the next 9 years of rent.”

😂 2:30:00 – Claw Machine Chaos & Childhood Flashbacks

• A toddler in Ohio gets stuck inside a mall claw machine full of stuffed animals.

• Bonnie shares a story of fluorescent lights crashing at Taco John’s.

💨 2:45:00 – Fire Alerts & Zip Line Rescues

• Wildfire destroys historic Grand Canyon lodge (started by lightning).

• A woman gets stuck mid-zipline in Florida. (Spoiler: she’s fine.)

🎸 2:55:00 – Flatland Music Flashback 🎶

• Featuring Queen’s Bicycle Race video from 1978 (yes, with naked models),

• Plus: Elton John, Rolling Stones, and Aerosmith stories teased for tomorrow.

🧀 Final Scoop: It’s National Cheese Day!

“Cheese is something you crave—not just something you put on noodles.”

Join Janae and Ronnie as they dive into another breezy, banter-filled morning on the Coffee Club Show! Broadcasting live from AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY Radio in Fargo-Moorhead, this episode is a mix of local flavor, fun debates, nostalgic storytelling, and community spotlights. Expect plenty of laughs, surprising confessions (spoiler: microwave cake recipes and foot massage hot takes!), and an exciting chat with a brand-new local business.

🎙 Standout Segments & Timestamps

• 0:00–10:00 – Weekend Recap Shenanigans
  Hot studio woes, home reno drama, and a mutual agreement that sage green is the color of peace (and power).

• 17:30–26:00 – Status Symbols That Aren’t Anymore
  From gold jewelry to cable TV, the duo breaks down what no longer screams "I'm fancy!" — with hilarious personal flashbacks to CK One and video discs.

• 33:00–42:00 – Nostalgia Overload: First Movies We Ever Saw
  Listeners chime in with childhood theater memories – from ET to Fievel to Space Camp – bringing on some real feels (and maybe a few tears).

• 56:45–1:08:00 – Small Business Spotlight: Courts & Pints Interview with Kelly
  A pickleball paradise and elevated pub grub? Sign us up. Get the inside scoop on Fargo-Moorhead’s newest indoor fun zone – featuring 15 courts, a self-pour beer wall, and bubble hockey!

• 1:15:00–1:27:00 – Maid Service Myths & Hotel Gross-Outs
  Ronnie and Janae go full MythBusters on hotel cleaning habits — including the ol’ “do they clean the comforter?” debate.

• 1:33:00–1:38:00 – Local News Break-In: Barricaded Person in Moorhead
  Live report from the field with WDAY’s Austin Erickson covering breaking local news.

• 1:40:00–1:53:00 – National Days Roundup & Ronnie’s Jorts
  From National Nude Day to French Fry Day, and a passionate defense of “stretchy professional khaki pants.”

• 1:55:00–2:05:00 – "Did You Know?" Trivia with Toe-Tapping Humor
  Ronnie faces his fear of feet, Janae praises sweet potatoes, and the duo debates cockroaches vs. snakes in the gross-out showdown.

• 2:10:00–2:15:00 – Define the Fight Teaser with Mariah Prussia
  A sneak peek into the powerful story airing next — a local woman’s journey through tragedy, motherhood, and finding resilience.

👥 Guest List

• Kelly, co-founder of Courts & Pints — Fargo-Moorhead’s new pickleball & pints hotspot

• Austin Erickson, WDAY reporter, on-site for breaking Moorhead police activity

• Mariah Prussia, host of Define the Fight

📝 Why You Should Listen

Whether you’re in the mood for a laugh, a heartwarming local story, or a new spot to drink beer and hit pickleballs, this episode delivers. Plus, the nostalgic movie chatter and local flavor make it the perfect drive-time companion.

📍 Tune in Live
Every weekday morning on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY or catch replays on your favorite podcast platforms!

The summer growing season is well underway across the upper Midwest, and the team at America's Land Auctioneer has been traversing North Dakota and Minnesota to check crop conditions firsthand. Host Jack Pifer welcomes Kevin Pifer and land manager Tyler Burby to share their observations from recent field tours, where timely rains have created promising conditions despite early season challenges from windstorms.

What emerges throughout their conversation is a fascinating glimpse into the interconnected world of agricultural land markets, auction methodologies, and the unique culture that surrounds rural America. Tyler reports that while corn and soybeans started slower than usual, the recent heat has accelerated growth dramatically. The crops' resilience mirrors the adaptability of the auction industry itself, which continues to evolve in response to technological change.

Kevin offers a passionate defense of live auctions in an era when many competitors have moved entirely online. "The online is the end of the line for an auction company," he asserts, explaining that a good auctioneer can add $300-400 per acre to farmland values. Data from Pifer's recent sales supports this approach – while 51% of their sales now come from online bidders, the remaining 49% represents in-person buyers who value the traditional auction experience. This hybrid model, combining live auctioneers with simultaneous online bidding platforms, has become Pifer's signature approach.

The conversation takes an unexpected detour into coffee culture when Kevin and Tyler share insights from their visit to Alley Beans, a specialty coffee roastery in Valley City. The parallels between carefully sourced coffee beans and meticulously marketed farmland aren't lost on the team, who appreciate the craftsmanship behind both. Tyler even cites research suggesting regular coffee drinkers may live 19% longer, adding scientific weight to their morning ritual.

Looking ahead, the fall auction calendar is filling rapidly, with the Western Dakota Land Auction Event anchoring October's offerings and eight significant auctions already scheduled for September 22-24 alone. As Kevin predicts Federal Reserve interest rate cuts by year-end, the stage seems set for increased agricultural investment opportunities. For farmers, investors, and land enthusiasts alike, this episode offers valuable insights into where the market is heading and why the human element remains irreplaceable in land transactions.

Follow at www.americalandauctioneer.com and on Instagram & Facebook

Contact the team at Pifer's

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman react to the Minnesota Timberwolves' 98-91 Summer League game win over the New Orleans Pelicans. They discussed the impact of Joan Beringer in his debut, the development of the roster, and more.

📝 Episode Summary:
It’s a smoky summer day in Fargo, and while Jay Thomas is out (probably poolside), guest host Jason Berg steers the show with weather chatter, racing tales, old-school TV nostalgia, and a heartwarming $10,000 giveaway.

From wildfire smoke thick enough to chew to reflections on processed food and the surprise comeback of Days of Thunder, this episode blends the humorous with the heartfelt. Special guest Steven Pollert joins to talk about winning the WDAY Great Grocery Giveaway — and the impact it’ll have on his family of six. Listeners call in to reminisce about 80s TV classics, cast dream movies (a Meat Loaf biopic starring Jack Black?!), and get hyped for the Red River Valley Fair.

There’s something for everyone in this packed 90+ minute rollercoaster ride through Fargo life, summer events, and pop culture.

🎧 Standout Moments & Timestamps:

• 0:00 – Hot Tub Vinny kicks things off with a bubbly sponsorship plug

• 1:45 – Jason Berg takes the mic; smoke rolls into Fargo (literally)

• 8:06 – Call-in guest shares firsthand effects of the wildfire smoke

• 24:00 – The $10,000 Grocery Giveaway winner Steven Pollard joins the show

• 30:00 – Steven describes how the win will impact his family

• 37:00 – Listeners discuss generosity, community, and giving back

• 44:00 – Talk turns to food, processed ingredients, and the Yuka app

• 52:00 – Movie nostalgia! Days of Thunder 2 rumors, King of the Hill returns

• 57:00 – Bond, Ghostbusters, Maverick — do sequels ruin originals?

• 1:06:00 – TV throwbacks: The Fugitive, Dallas, Law & Order

• 1:20:00 – Interview with Aaron from the Red River Valley Fair

• 1:45:00 – Draft Day sequel? Knight Rider movie? Dream reboots galore

• 1:59:00 – Emotional farewell to racing legend John Force after serious injuries

👥 Guests Featured:

• Steven Pollert – Winner of WDAY’s $10,000 Great Grocery Giveaway

• Dean Wysocki – Meteorologist talking AQI, smoke forecasts, and LRC

• Erin – From Red River Valley Fair, talking concerts, changes & feedback

• Multiple call-in guests – Including Mike, Jerry, Darcy, and more sharing opinions, nostalgia, and local insights

🎯 Perfect For Listeners Who:

• Love small-town talk radio with big personality

• Miss the golden age of TV and classic films

• Are into racing, weather, or Fargo/Midwest culture

• Want a feel-good story about winning (and giving back!)

• Like their podcast served with humor, heart, and hot takes

Downtown Fargo is buzzing, and Rocky’s got the scoop! 🎉 Join host Rocky Schneider for a jam-packed episode all about the opening weekend of the Red River Market and the upcoming Downtown Fargo Street Fair. From free yoga classes and live concerts to 80+ vendors and gluten-free macarons, this is your front-row seat to summer in the city.

Rocky chats with Simone Wai, co-founder of Folkways, about how the market became a downtown staple—and how it’s helping local makers turn passion into full-time gigs. Then we meet Ebony Kunkel, founder of The Colorful Cookie, who’s baking up joy one scone at a time. 🍪 Finally, we hear from Darby Njos of the Great Plains Food Bank about food security, SNAP benefits, and how the market helps everyone eat well.

Whether you’re into street murals, sourdough, or social impact, this one’s for you.

☕ Episode Overview:
In this lively Friday edition of The Coffee Club Show with Janae and Ronnie, it’s all about laughter, local flavor, and heartfelt conversations. The hosts take listeners through a mix of summer fun, community highlights, nostalgia trips, and meaningful Veterans stories. From street fair food cravings to kissing-as-therapy and corndog-induced joy, this episode truly has a little bit of everything—including a pup with Frito paws.

🎧 Available on:
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Amazon Music | WDAYRadioNow.com

🧭 Timestamps & Standout Segments:

• [0:00 – 3:00] – It’s Friday! Fair fun, weather talk, and Boyz II Men plans.

• [3:12 – 4:34] – Great Grocery Giveaway recap – Winner Steve Pollard’s emotional win and community love.

• [7:00 – 7:50] – Military gallery opens at ND Heritage Center + National Guard news.

• [9:00 – 10:30] – 🐐 Petting Zoo Panic: Park River petting zoo illness warning sparks hygiene chat.

• [11:00 – 13:00] – Fargo's kitty cuddling craze and the case for a downtown "Kitty Café."

• [17:00 – 20:00] – 🌍 Things Adults Needed Explained: Fax machines, moon myths & deer crossing signs.

• [21:00 – 23:00] – Ronnie's dishwashing philosophy & basin debates.

• [32:00 – 32:30] – 🎉 Pup of the Week is crowned: Meet Lucy the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

• [44:00 – 46:00] – Nostalgic businesses making comebacks: Christopher Banks & Pops Soda Shack.

• [51:00 – 54:00] – Celebs who hated their iconic roles (yep, even Bond & Hannah Montana).

• [56:00 – 1:16:00] – 🇺🇸 Veterans Friday Spotlight: Joe Henry talks “Pay It Forward – Lake of the Woods”

• [1:21:00 – 1:26:00] – 💋 The Science of Kissing: Health benefits that might surprise you.

• [1:33:00 – 1:35:00] – Brands people are "quiet quitting" (Starbucks, Nike, McDonald's, Amazon).

• [1:41:00 – 1:42:30] – 🧄 Fair Food Finale: 200+ vendors, street corn dreams, and the power of a corndog.

🎙️ Special Guest:

• Joe Henry – Director of Tourism, Lake of the Woods

  • Shares the impact of the “Pay It Forward” fishing trip for veterans and the healing power of camaraderie and community.

🐾 Pup of the Week:
Lucy – An 8-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with “Frito Paws” and a heart of gold. 🐶

💬 Favorite Quotes:

• “That’s what we want… when the prize goes to someone who really needs it, that’s when it’s magic.”

• “Kissing can strengthen facial muscles—and your relationship!”

• “Street fair corndogs are just better. It’s the atmosphere!”

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman take their first looks into the newly released College Football 26 game that dropped on Thursday. Plus, they pull a conversation with professional chef and hunter, Jeff Benda, from this mornings Bonnie & Friends on WDAY Radio.

🎧 Podcast Summary (Apple/Spotify Style):

On this episode of The Jay Thomas Show from AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY, Jay and co-host Ronnie serve up a sizzling mix of big giveaways, fiery opinions, and Fargo-style fun. Broadcasting live from Kingpins for the $10,000 Great Grocery Giveaway, the crew welcomes listeners, pokes fun at each other, and gets hyped for a night of prizes, pizza, and partying.

Expect laughs, local updates, bold political takes, weather deep-dives, and unexpected banter about concerts, Prime Day, traffic lights, Epstein conspiracies, and zoo ice cakes (yes, really). You’ll also hear from Kingpins staff, WDAY friends, and callers chiming in on the issues that matter—from roundabouts to Red River Valley concerts.

🧊 Standout Moments + Timestamps:

• [1:53] – Kickoff with a Hot Spring Spas promo and show open

• [2:18] – The $10K Grocery Giveaway excitement builds live from Kingpins

• [6:00] – Jay and Ronnie talk concerts, Kane Brown, and hot weather survival

• [8:12] – The diet goes off the rails (fried garlic butter provolone dreams)

• [12:00] – The Epstein segment begins: conspiracies, documentaries, and fiery rants

• [23:00] – Deep weather update + surprise "heat burst" overnight

• [25:59] – Jay plugs Moving Team Six and teases the Spirit Lake Casino

• [31:04] – Epstein segment continues with listener theories and FBI memo discussion

• [45:13] – Lauren Daigle concert tickets giveaway

• [51:00] – Final grocery giveaway rules + why you should show up with ID

• [1:04:23] – Fargo traffic woes: Veterans Blvd, Costco, roundabouts, and $$$ stoplights

• [1:29:03] – More Epstein fallout: tapes, cell conditions, and missing footage

• [1:47:25] – The Great Mural Debate: Should Grand Forks remove school mural?

• [1:56:04] – Jay boasts about show giveaways and listeners reflect on community support

• [2:01:09] – A check-in with Chahinkapa Zoo's tigers, cheetahs, and conservation programs

• [2:05:39] – Jay’s suggested compromise on mural ordinance with neighborhood approval

👥 Guests & Special Contributors:

• Ronnie – Co-host with punchy one-liners and practical commentary

• Bonnie & Big Game James – Live reporting from Kingpins with the latest on qualifiers

• Nader from Kingpins – Venue rep sharing pizza, games, and escape room updates

• Kathy Diekman from Chahinkapa Zoo – Ice cakes for bears, spicy cheetahs & junior zookeepers

• Listeners & Callers – Commentary on Epstein, murals, traffic lights, and more

🔥 Why Listen:

If you love Fargo talk radio with flavor, unpredictability, and real-deal local energy—this episode’s for you. Packed with personality, humor, controversy, and giveaways, it’s like stepping into a community center with mics and hot takes. 🎤

📲 Next Steps:

Already qualified for groceries? Come down to Kingpins and check in! Not qualified yet? You’ve got until 5 PM to drop your name.

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