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The Coffee Club from Tuesday October 14th, 2025.  Guests include Tim Kuhn from Heroes Compass and more.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman recap another great weekend of college football. Plus, the playoffs are almost here for Minnesota High School Football... Also, the Minnesota Wild are back.

The Jay Thomas Show from Monday October 13th, 2025.  Guests include Josh Askvig and Stacie Van Dyke.

Today's guest is Senior Vice President of AgTech Innovation - Walt Duflock! ☁️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.

This Monday episode of Bonnie and Friends, recorded on October 13, 2025, recap the weekend's sports, features critical agricultural and hunting tips, and continues the discussion on the growing dangers of impaired driving in the region.

Guests & Featured Segments

• WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel: Bridgette Readel joins the show to discuss current agricultural topics and challenges.
• Steve Carney Outdoors: Steve Carney is on the air to talk about "BIG bluegills" and all things hunting and fishing.
• Question of the Morning (QOTM): What's the most trouble you got into as a kid?

Sports & Weekend Recap

• MLB Playoff Update: The National League Championship Series (NLCS) and American League Championship Series (ALCS) have begun.

  • In the NLCS Game 1, the Dodgers edged the Brewers 2-1.
  • In the ALCS Game 2, the Mariners defeated the Blue Jays 10-3, giving Seattle a 2-0 series lead.

• NFL Results: The hosts report on the Sunday NFL games.

  • The Bears won 25-24 over the Commanders.
  • The Falcons defeated the Bills 24-14.

• NHL Season Underway: The show reports on the beginning of the National Hockey League (NHL) season.

  • The Wild won their game against the Kings 4-3.

• Vikings Bye Week Outlook: The Vikings are in their bye week with a 3-2 record. The upcoming opponent is the Eagles on Sunday, October 19th. Head Coach Nick Sirianni and the Eagles staff reviewed the first six games during their mini-bye to prepare for the Vikings. The hosts note that $\text{Carson Wentz}$ is "managing a serious left shoulder injury".

Crime, Safety, & Local News

• Impaired Driving Dangers: The show continues the discussion on the local danger of impaired driving.

  • A study presented to the American College of Surgeons found 42% of drivers in fatal crashes in a major Ohio county tested positive for THC (active marijuana consumption), highlighting the national and regional danger of driving under the influence of cannabis.

• Horse Dragged on I-29: The tragic incident of a horse being dragged for about two miles along I-29 near the Oxbow exit, leading to its death, is discussed.
• Bear Attack Mystery: The hosts revisit the bizarre story of a Missouri man who died from a likely bear attack at an Arkansas campsite after reportedly spotting the bear but failing to leave the area.
• Fargo Crime & Search Update: The search for murder suspect $\text{Tyreek Jones}$ continues nationwide, and the man federally indicted for allegedly pointing an $\text{AR-style handgun}$ in the Bell Bank parking lot is set for trial in December.

Agriculture & General Topics

• Ag Director Bridgette Readel on Farm Equipment: WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel provides insights into the practicality and cost of electric tractors for small operations like orchards, noting a potential cost of $\text{\$30,000}$ cheaper than traditional models.
• EF5 Tornado Debate: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki revealed ongoing debate over the EF5 classification of the Enderlin tornado, suggesting some data might have been "cherry picked" for the upgrade.
• Pet Health: The day coincides with National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. Jace Denman's cat, Leo (over 25 lbs), is cited as an example, sparking a conversation about the importance of pet exercise and proper nutrition.
• Crisis Center Needs: The Rape and Abuse Crisis Center continues to see an increase in domestic violence cases and reports a $\text{\$500,000}$ funding gap for 2025.

The Coffee Club from Monday October 13th, 2025.  Guests include Mike Holverson of Buffalo River Pumpkin Patch and Nader from Kingpinz.

Heroes of the Heartland from Sunday October 12th, 2025.  News and Commentary.

This Friday edition of Bonnie and Friends, recorded on October 10, 2025, covers the excitement of a new convenience store opening, a political fallout from a prominent local activist's legal trouble, and a check on the beautiful, extended fall weather.

Local News & Political Fallout

• Quick Trip Phasing Out the Penny: Quick Trip will be the first major convenience store chain in the U.S. to phase out the penny, rounding cash purchases to the nearest five cents. The first local Quick Trip store is opening this morning in Moorhead. Fargo locations will be called Quick Stars.
• Activist Faith Dixon to Plead Guilty to Theft: Local activist Faith Dixon plans to plead guilty to theft charges for allegedly misusing grant money intended for a children's scholarship fund and funneling thousands of dollars to relatives. She is scheduled to stand trial next month.
• Controversial Book Stays on Moorhead Shelves: The book "Not My Idea, a book about whiteness" is back in circulation at Moorhead Public Schools after no formal request for reconsideration was submitted. Superintendent Dr. Brandon Lunick had previously expressed that the district needed to better vet books.
• Federal Aid for ND Employees: The State Industrial Commission approved a short-term, low-interest loan program (2% interest) for furloughed federal workers and military members stationed in North Dakota, covering up to three months of base net pay.
• Turning Point USA Event Security: Authorities, including the FBI and Homeland Security, are implementing heightened security for tonight's Turning Point USA event in Grand Forks, headlined by Glenn Beck. Over 2,000 people are expected to attend.

This episode of "The Hockey Guys" features the hosts and guests breaking down the latest action and major issues in college and junior hockey, including a major upset and the ongoing impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) money on player commitment.

Key Moments

• UND Upsets St. Thomas: The University of North Dakota (UND) secured a 6-2 victory over the St. Thomas Tommies. Despite the final score, the Tommies gave UND some trouble in the first period. The hosts credit UND's veteran players (second and third-year athletes) for stepping up, highlighting the "time to develop" needed for first-year players.
• NCHC Scoreboard Surprises: Early in the season, the NCHC has shown unexpected results:

  • Minnesota tied Boston College 2-2.
  • Alaska beat Quinnipiac, a result that caught the hosts' eye.
  • Arizona State beat Notre Dame.
  • Miami beat RPI 5-3, and Army beat Northeastern 2-1.

• Coaching Challenges with NIL Money: Former junior hockey General Manager Bliss Littler discusses the difficulty college coaches now face in navigating the NIL landscape. He mentions that high-end draft picks who receive large signing bonuses are technically not being paid by the NHL team during the college season, which can create mental and financial challenges for coaches trying to maintain team harmony.
• Mental Toll of One-and-Done Players: Littler refers to a clip about a Penn State player who announced he would be a "one-year college player" before jumping to the NHL, creating a challenge for coaches:

  • The Transfer Mindset: He notes the challenge is that players view college as a "stepping stone" and may only take the minimum college credits required.
  • Mental Load: Coaches must navigate which players are genuinely committed versus those who are "one-and-done."

• New NCHC Rule Change: Director of Officiating Mike Schmidt explains a new rule change focusing on tightening up the face-off standard to prevent centers from turning their foot or twisting their body to gain an advantage. The new rule requires a distinct pause after the stick is down, with the attacking center having to put their stick down last.

Land headlines may say “wild,” but the on-the-ground story is sharper: focused buyers, resilient prices on the right tracts, and real opportunity in mixed-use and grassland parcels. We unpack the three pillars driving value—farm profitability, interest rates, and safety nets—then dig into why “land is local” still explains so much of what clears at auction. Attendance may be thinner than last year, yet prime quarters near existing operations continue to command strength, especially where soils, access, and water line up.

We also trace the season’s format shift. Lakota’s live room popped, Devils Lake went heavy online, and harvest convenience kept producers bidding from the cab. You’ll hear when we choose live high-bidder’s choice versus timed online, how buyer profiles influence results, and why clear parceling, fencing status, water sources, and drone footage help sellers earn trust and bidders move fast. On the ground, grassland remains a bright spot as livestock values hold firm across western North Dakota and eastern Montana—where contiguous pasture, reliable water, strong fences, and maintained roads are the real currency.

Then we map the fall slate: Jamestown’s multi-parcel cropland, Emmons County’s contiguous grass, western ND pheasant-country tracts, and a standout 1,763-acre Cass County offering stretching Castleton to Wheatland. High PI soils and development shadow along Highways 10 and 18 create long-hold optionality, while additional parcels sit near the ethanol plant and along the interstate for future flexibility. Add a 2,500-acre Slope–Bowman package with river-bottom trees on Little Beaver Creek, and recreational and grazing value intersect in rare ways.

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