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The Jay Thomas Show from Thursday January 8th, 2026.  Guests include your calls and emails.

Ricot sits down with M State President Carrie Brimhall for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, student success, and the evolving role of community and technical colleges. President Brimhall shares how M State measures success beyond graduation rates—focusing on belonging, confidence, and meeting students exactly where they are in life.

The discussion dives into workforce alignment, employer partnerships, and why innovation isn’t a buzzword at M State but part of its DNA. From adapting programs to real-time industry needs to breaking down financial barriers and simplifying college affordability, Brimhall explains how education can be a powerful engine for upward mobility and regional stability.

The episode also offers a personal look at leadership: navigating burnout, setting boundaries, mentoring the next generation, and believing in students before they believe in themselves. With insights on mentorship, curiosity, AI, and purpose-driven leadership, this conversation is a compelling listen for educators, employers, students, and anyone invested in the future of workforce development and community impact.

Today's guest is Lynn Paulson of Bell Bank! ☁️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.

The Coffee Club from Thursday January 8th, 2026.  Guests include Mark Johnson.

It’s a busy Thursday on Bonnie and Friends as hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman navigate a mild January morning with big news for the Fargo-Moorhead area. The duo dives into the latest local headlines, including a major new subdivision near the Fargo Sports Complex and the growing "Border Battle" for residents as data reveals where Americans are moving (and which states they are fleeing). From the heart-pounding semifinals of the college football playoffs to a bizarre story about a deer trashing a Wisconsin basement, this episode blends essential local updates with the strange-but-true stories that keep the Midwest talking.

Key Moments

• The Great Migration: Jace and Bonnie discuss the latest U-Haul moving data, revealing that Texas was the top destination for movers last year, while states like Illinois and California saw the largest mass exits.

• Intruder in the Basement: The crew recaps a chaotic scene in Wisconsin where a family returned home to find a deer had crashed through a window and lived in their basement for two days, leaving behind a trail of blood, broken glass, and quite a mess.

• Ag Update & Drone Bans: Ag Director Bridget Riedel joins the show to discuss a significant new ban on DJI drones due to national security concerns and offers expert advice for "chicken ranchers" looking to winterize their coops before the next cold snap.

• Fargo’s Growing Footprint: Details emerge on a massive new 153-acre development project South of 64th Avenue that will bring a mix of commercial, residential, and mixed-use spaces to the metro.

• The "Whack" Heard ‘Round the World: A look back at sports history marks the anniversary of the infamous Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding incident, sparking a debate on the most shocking moments in athletic history.

• Winter Road Hazards: A serious travel warning is issued for Northeastern North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota, where freezing rain has created ice-covered roads and "no travel" advisories in Pembina County.

• Vegas Bound: The show celebrates its first local qualifier for the "Valentine's Day in Vegas" giveaway, which includes a trip to see The Wizard of Oz at the spectacular Las Vegas Sphere.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman are joined by Fargo Force head coach Brett Skinner. They discuss the team's performance early in the new year, a recent trade, and more.

The Jay Thomas Show from Wednesday January 7th, 2026.  Guests include Josh Boschee, Leah Alsager and your calls and emails.

Today's guest is Senior Director of Organizational Communications with Cattlemen's Beef Board - Sarah Metzler! ☁️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.

The Coffee Club from Wednesday January 7th, 2026.  Guests include your calls and emails.

It is a mild Wednesday in January, and Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman are bringing the heat to WDAY Radio. With temperatures soaring toward an unseasonable 37 degrees, the duo dives into a packed morning featuring a history-making appointment to the North Dakota Supreme Court and a look at the future of the Fargo Mayor’s race. From heart-pounding sports recaps to a deep dive into listener bucket lists—ranging from African safaris to riding Harleys across the country—this episode balances local headlines with the kind of morning banter that makes your commute fly by.

Key Moments

• Fargo’s Mayoral Shuffle: The political landscape is heating up as State Senator Josh Boshea officially enters the race for Fargo Mayor, joining Deputy Mayor Denise Kolpak in the bid to succeed the term-limited Tim Mahoney.

• A Milestone for Justice: History was made as Lisa Fair MacEvers was sworn in as the first female Chief Justice of the North Dakota Supreme Court, taking over the gavel from John Jensen.

• Overtime Heartbreak & Triumphs: The crew recaps a wild FCS Championship game where Montana State blocked two critical kicks to "walk off" Illinois State in a 35-34 overtime thriller.

• The Gobert Transformation: Jace and Bonnie notice a big change on the hardwood—Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert has shaved his head, and the team seems to be reaping the benefits after a dominant win over Miami.

• The Buckets and the Lists: Listeners weigh in on their ultimate life goals, leading to discussions about trips to London, spring training baseball, and even a "wild boar hunt" in Texas.

• The High-Powered Emu and Music Store Monkeys: The weird news segment delivers as the team discusses an emu named Kevin who went on the run in Arizona and a spicy Capuchin monkey named Cinnamon who trashed a Tennessee music store.

• Freezing for a Reason: Mark Simonet from the FM Legion Riders stops by to "nominate" Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki for the Tent Challenge—an awareness event for homeless veterans that involves spending two nights outside in the January cold.