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The auction block comes alive across the Upper Midwest in this dynamic exploration of recent sales and upcoming opportunities with America's Land Auctioneer hosts Andy Mrnak and Jim Sabe.

In the rolling green landscapes of Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, and the bustling main street of Bowman, North Dakota, recent auctions have showcased everything from pristine farm equipment to collector-worthy vehicles. A 2014 John Deere tractor with low hours commanded $67,000, while classic car enthusiasts drove bidding to $44,500 for a 2008 Shelby Mustang GT500 with just 2,050 miles. Perhaps most heartwarming was the donation auction of a 2015 Tiffin motor coach that brought $172,500 for the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame, with bidders flying in from as far as Michigan.

The hosts provide valuable market insights throughout - front-wheel assist tractors and four-wheel drives maintain strong values, while the once-hot market for "square body" Chevy pickups shows signs of cooling as more inventory becomes available. Clean, well-maintained equipment stored indoors consistently outperforms similar aged machinery with weather damage, underscoring the importance of proper care for maximum return.

For landowners considering selling, the conversation shifts to strategic auction planning, with fall (September-December) and spring (February-June) identified as prime selling seasons. The upcoming 20th anniversary Western Dakota Land Auction takes center stage as a premier multi-day event bringing together sellers and qualified buyers from across the country, particularly for properties with valuable water features.

Whether you're looking to turn equipment into cash, transition farmland to new ownership, or simply understand current market conditions, this episode provides a comprehensive roadmap through today's agricultural auction landscape. Ready to explore your options? Contact the Pfeiffer's team and discover why timing, presentation, and working with experienced auction professionals can make all the difference in achieving your goals.

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In this episode, Ricot Aladin welcomes Kellie Carlson to discuss how young professionals can proactively partner with HR departments to unlock career opportunities within their organizations. Kellie shares her own nontraditional career journey into HR, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, self-advocacy, and ongoing personal growth.

Key Takeaways:

• 🛤️ Career Journeys Aren’t Linear: Kellie’s path from customer service to VP of HR involved mentorship, returning to school, and continuous learning. She encourages professionals to embrace nontraditional paths and stay focused on forward movement.

• 🤝 The Power of Mentorship: Kellie highlights how finding a good mentor (hers was an HR director) helped shape her career. She urges professionals to seek guidance and not be afraid to ask others for help or advice.

• 🏢 HR Is a Resource, Not Just Policy Enforcers: Many employees view HR as the “rule enforcers,” but Kellie stresses that HR is there to support employees’ growth and career ambitions. Employees should reach out for career conversations and development planning.

• 🌱 Visibility Without Self-Promotion: Getting involved in volunteer opportunities, mentorship programs, or internal committees is a great way to stand out and connect with HR in a positive, productive way.

• 🗣️ Approaching Tough Conversations: When facing challenges (e.g., with a supervisor), HR can help coach employees on how to navigate conversations effectively, rather than simply stepping in to "fix" things.

• 📈 Career Pathing & Development: Kellie explains how her company offers structured career paths, employee resource groups, and opportunities like shadowing and training to help employees grow and feel a sense of belonging.

• 📚 Advice for Young Professionals:

  • Always research a company thoroughly before applying or interviewing.

  • Take time after onboarding to revisit benefits and development opportunities.

  • Don’t be afraid to network with leaders—even executives.

  • Keep performing well in your current role while expressing interest in new opportunities.

Podcast Summary (Apple/Spotify-style):
In this sizzling summer edition of The Jay Thomas Show on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY, Jay fires up the mics for a wild ride across Fargo, Pelican Lake, and beyond. From new jail beds in Cass County to an itchy situation involving ducks and swimmers at Pelican Lake, no topic is off-limits. Jay and Ronnie also dive into a jaw-dropping scandal in Benson County, get serious about wildfire smoke, and unleash the funniest prank call you’ll hear this year.

A parade of local guests joins the show to talk public safety, swimmer’s itch science, community food drives, and why dumping bleach in a lake might not be the best solution (spoiler: it's not). This episode’s a mix of public service, investigative insight, listener hilarity, and Jay’s signature no-holds-barred radio banter.

If you enjoy laughing while learning about your community (and the occasional roast of merganser ducks), this episode's for you.

📍 Featured Guests:

• Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner – Details the expansion of the jail and crackdowns on 2,000+ active misdemeanor warrants.

• Virginia (American Legion Auxiliary) – Promotes the 5th Annual Food Drive benefitting the Great Plains Food Bank.

• Multiple Fargo-Moorhead area listeners – Share firsthand swimmer's itch stories, natural remedies, and thoughts on the merganser duck controversy.

• Troy, Ty, Russ, John, Wyatt, Grant, Mark, Dan, Doug, and Paul – Callers with colorful commentary, real-life lake experience, and strong opinions.

⏱️ Standout Moments (Timestamps):

• [5:13] Sheriff Jesse Jahner joins to discuss 2,000+ active warrants and the opening of 192 new jail beds.

• [25:00] Deep dive into Benson County’s law enforcement scandal – misconduct, resignations, and criminal investigations.

• [43:00] Swimmer’s itch takes center stage: Callers react to merganser duck blame-game and Jay challenges the science.

• [1:00:00] Scientists confirm a shocking 16% parasite infection rate in Pelican Lake snails.

• [1:18:00] Listener shares prednisone success story for swimmer's itch.

• [1:56:00] Epic prank call: Jay plays a robotic car warranty scam that leaves one man hilariously outraged.

• [1:37:00] Fifth Annual Food Drive details from Virginia of the American Legion Auxiliary.

• [1:45:00] Jay goes on a passionate (and persuasive!) tangent about his love of African black soap.

• [2:02:45] Jay previews tomorrow’s show live from SHIELDS’ Hunting Expo.

🔥 Episode Themes:

• Local government accountability

• Public health meets lake life

• Small-town scams & big city smoke

• Good laughs and better advice

🌽 Bonus Quote of the Episode:

“Let’s sit down with the mergansers, pass the peace pipe, and work it out!” — Jay, proposing alternative duck diplomacy

📝 Episode Description:

This morning’s episode of Bonnie & Friends delivers everything you love about summer radio: food talk, family fun, and Fargo flair. Bonnie and Jace unpack everything from budget-busting back-to-school shopping and the emotional power of bagpipes, to bratwurst deals and movie theater pet peeves.

There’s also a hilarious discussion about mystery breakfast items (“bag eggs,” anyone?), a nostalgic reflection on school supply lists, and a heartfelt moment honoring military traditions. Plus, you’ll get a rundown of everything happening this week across the FM area — with plenty of listener shoutouts and text-line banter along the way.

⏱️ Key Moments & Timestamps:

[00:00] – ☀️ Morning Kickoff & Weather Check

Bonnie and Jace ease into the day with some laughs, weather updates, and coffee talk.

[09:15] – 🎒 Sticker Shock at School Supply Shopping

A listener shares they spent over $275 for two kids' back-to-school gear. Bonnie shares old-school memories and debates the "name-brand folder wars."

[16:40] – 🌭 Brats & Grill Talk

Local store deal: 4 brats for $5 sparks grilling tips and Midwest flavor faves. Jace declares it “an unbeatable summer deal.”

[22:45] – 🎬 Too Many Previews at the Movies?

A listener says they counted nine trailers before the movie started. Bonnie and Jace sound off on popcorn timing and attention spans.

[32:20] – 🎺 Bagpipe Reflections

Jace shares a touching story about bagpipes at a military service, and Bonnie honors the role of tradition and community in such moments.

[39:00] – 🥚 What in the World is a “Bag Egg”?

Cue the laughs. An odd convenience store breakfast item leaves Bonnie and Jace confused — and the audience amused.

[44:15] – 📅 Community Calendar & Local Events

Bonnie highlights:

• West Fargo Cruise Night

• Food truck festivals

• Red River Market weekend fun

• A new brunch recommendation with “killer hashbrowns”

☕ Episode Summary:

On this smoke-hazy Thursday morning edition of The Coffee Club, Bonnie and Ronnie serve up a delicious blend of laughter, local events, quirky debates, and heartfelt community updates. From a lotion-labeling debacle to donut-eating throw downs, this episode delivers the perfect mix of nonsense and news, with a side of cucumber salad memories.

They’re joined by guest Mark Johnson from Sweet Shots, who previews the evening's live music and reflects on Fargo's vibrant local scene. Plus, West Fargo’s Community Engagement Officer Rhonda Jorgensen stops by to chat about Night to Unite, the beloved annual community event bringing neighbors and first responders together with food, games, K9 demos, and... yes, even a home run derby.

Tune in for standout stories, surprise pranks, and some very suspicious bath & body product confusion that has the whole studio cracking up.

⏱️ Timestamps for Standout Moments:

• [00:00] - Smoky skies, sweet shots & Thursday vibes

• [03:00] - Miracle Treat Day at Dairy Queen 🍦 (supporting Sanford Children’s Hospital)

• [05:45] - Adults-only swim night at Island Park (but not that kind of adult)

• [12:20] - Boiler Room in downtown Fargo closing 😢

• [18:30] - The Great Lotion Mix-Up: Bonnie’s bath & body product chaos 💅

• [29:00] - Cucumber salad, Costco trips & household hilarity

• [40:00] - Mark Johnson joins to talk Sweet Shots, live music & game machines 🎸

• [1:03:00] - Live in-studio "Name That Tune" game: 90s rock and country favorites 🎶

• [1:21:30] - Officer Rhonda previews Night to Unite: donuts, fire trucks & community connections 🚓

• [1:35:00] - Sue from Golden Drive calls in to rally community support for homeless youth 💛

• [1:50:00] - Did You Know? Facts from strange history to name-guessing psychology 🤔

👥 Guests This Episode:

• Mark Johnson – Sweet Shots Fargo

• Rhonda Jorgensen – West Fargo Police Community Engagement Officer

• Sue Baron – Founder, Golden Drive Homeless Kids

📍 Featured Community Events:

• Night to Unite – Tuesday, August 5, 5–7:30pm at South Elmwood Park

• Golden Drive Homeless Kids Fundraiser – Cash Wise BBQ, July 31–Aug 1

• Veterans Honor Flight Golf Tournament – August 15 in Balmoral

🎧 Call to Action:

Don't forget to moisturize responsibly and check your labels — but most importantly, bring your neighbors together for Night to Unite. Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and if you're ever in a lotion-laced identity crisis, tune in to the Coffee Club — we’ve got you.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman continue their quarterback conversation surrounding the Minnesota Vikings. Plus, some local student-athletes in Fargo and Moorhead have been named to the East-West Shrine Bowl  Top 1,000 Watch List.

🎧 Episode Description:

On this wild ride of The Jay Thomas Show (broadcast on AM 970 & FM 93.1 WDAY), Jay dives headfirst into the great American Eagle jeans controversy—featuring memes, satire, and all the sass that comes with internet virality. He and Ronnie tackle everything from bizarre tsunami fears in landlocked North Dakota (yes, seriously) to local gardening advice, wild weather, asteroid predictions, and the ongoing debate about speed limits and law enforcement tactics.

Horticulturist Don Kinzler returns for Garden Radio, bringing his expertise on tomatoes, squirrels, poisonous plants, and whether or not slime mold is just dog vomit in disguise (spoiler: it is).

Plus, Jay calls out Fargo PD, praises West Fargo's pit maneuvers, and reminds everyone that nothing good happens after midnight—except great radio.

🕒 Standout Moments & Timestamps:

• [0:00] – Opening ad: Pool tables, saunas & wellness—brought to you by Hot Spring Spas

• [1:34] – Jay kicks off with a roasting of American Eagle jeans, influencers, and internet satire

• [4:44] – Kamala Harris rumors & political commentary

• [9:34] – Tragic story: Virginia city councilman set on fire

• [11:39] – Earthquake and tsunami panic in... Fargo?!

• [18:29] – Fargo citizens literally call the weather service about tsunami warnings

• [25:56] – Meme wars: Ronnie gets Photoshopped into American Eagle ads

• [27:18] – 🎙️ Garden Radio with Don Kinzler begins

• [30:01] – Emotional highlight: Don discusses a memorial garden created in honor of a lost child

• [34:07] – Flamethrower vs. creeping Charlie: Lawn care tales get spicy

• [44:51] – Red baneberries, horseradish harvesting, and poisonous plant alerts

• [56:39] – Rusty shoes? Jay's lawn turns orange and the mystery is solved

• [59:43] – Lawn debates, gardening myths, and deadheading flowers

• [1:30:00] – Jay breaks down Fargo PD losing a suspect—and West Fargo PD’s pit maneuver win

• [1:48:00] – Minnesota’s new DUI law: 20-year lookback, ignition interlock changes

• [1:50:09] – EPA rollback: Jay rants about shower heads, climate policies, and gas stove drama

• [1:55:30] – Slamming green regulation and celebrating what Jay calls “everyday wins”

• [1:58:42] – Celsius recall: accidentally vodka-infused energy drinks?!

• [1:59:00] – Naked guy at the Minnesota Capitol & other local oddities

👥 Guest List:

• Ronnie Lee – Jay's co-host and comedic sparring partner

• Don Kinzler – Horticulturist, North Dakota State University Extension, expert on all things green

• Dean Wysocki – Meteorologist providing weather updates

• Listeners & Callers:

  • Matt, Russ, Bruce, Jerry, Tom, Todd, Chris, Patrick, Pete, and many more shared questions and hot takes on everything from tomato blight to law enforcement policies

📢 Want to hear more episodes like this?

Subscribe to The Jay Thomas Show on your favorite podcast platform or catch the live show weekdays on WDAY.

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Talk of the Town, Jon Adams sits down with Carly Mock — founder of The Dream Project, community leader, and walking embodiment of faith, grit, and grace. From life-threatening illness to launching a mission-driven movement, Carly shares how hitting rock bottom on Christmas Day became the turning point that reshaped her life, marriage, faith, and purpose.

You'll hear how a corporate burnout turned into a divine wake-up call, what it means to really “be there” for your person, and how leaders today must shift from performance-driven to people-centered. This is more than a conversation — it's a spiritual boost, a leadership masterclass, and a moving love story rolled into one.

If you’re ready to be challenged, encouraged, and reminded that even pain can have purpose, this is your episode. Grab your tissues and your notebook — Carly delivers.

Standout Moments & Timestamps:

• [0:00] “I’m fed up with people defending people who shouldn’t be defended…”
  Jon sets the tone with raw emotion and calls for decency and accountability.

• [2:18] Carly joins the show – “The poster woman for perseverance, faith, and love.”
  A beautiful introduction to Carly Mock and the origin of her Dream Project.

• [5:19] “Under the roof is the most important spot.”
  Carly opens up about working 80-hour weeks, neglecting family, and the powerful shift that followed.

• [8:54] Christmas in the hospital: the moment everything changed.
  Carly shares her rock bottom — ulcerative colitis, hospitalization, and a desperate Christmas Day prayer.

• [13:40] From believer to follower — “I’ll do anything.”
  Carly describes the moment she shifted from surviving to serving.

• [17:50] “I love to remember my rock bottom.”
  Why Carly intentionally revisits her darkest moments — and how it keeps her grounded.

• [23:06] Life as a solopreneur: faith, fear, and fulfillment.
  The highs and lows of launching The Dream Project as a purpose-driven business.

• [25:11] What is a Chief Dream Officer?!
  Carly explains the concept and mission of helping people rediscover dreams buried under routine.

• [27:06] The “Rhythm of Life” framework.
  A powerful method to keep physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual health in harmony.

• [30:33] “They will not work hard for you if you don’t care.”
  Mic-drop moment about modern leadership and the need for relational coaching in college athletics.

• [34:35] “Would the people you lead say you’re like Jesus?”
  A bold challenge for community and workplace leaders to live with integrity.

On this episode, Tyler dives headfirst into the tech tornado with Joe Sandin (OnSharp) and Kelly Mortensen (Digital Plains). They break down the good, the bad, and the jaw-droppingly real future of artificial intelligence—from AI as your new office sidekick to the lurking cybersecurity threats small businesses are ignoring at their peril.

You’ll hear the chilling truth behind the phrase “Your Business Will Get Hacked”, get practical tips on safeguarding data, and learn why using ChatGPT isn’t cheating—it’s strategic. Plus, they spill insights on the upcoming Midwest Tech Summit and what every business leader needs to know before AI eats their lunch. Think of it as your must-hear tech wake-up call—with a side of optimism and strategy.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty recap their trip to Minnesota Vikings Training Camp 2025. Plus, James has conversations with DL Levi Drake Rodriguez and RB Ty Chandler.