News Director: I’m a lifelong resident of this great state of Minnesota. I grew-up in the small west central community of Maynard. I began my professional radio career working nights at KDMA in Montevideo. Then, after a 10 year stint in Redwood Falls working at KLGR, I moved to St. Cloud. I’ve been working here at WJON since 2005, and have been the news director since 2007. The main beats that I cover include: politics, education, and local government. I'm also the early morning news anchor on WJON, and I host the News @ Noon show weekdays on WJON.
Jim Maurice
Snow Totals: Greater Amounts in Southern, Northern Minnesota
Here in central Minnesota, the snow totals from Thursday and during the overnight are on the low side.
Governor Announces Updated COVID-19 Restrictions
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has released his plan for COVID-19 restrictions starting on Monday.
Christmas Tree Collection Dates in St. Cloud
Now that we're past the holidays it's time to take down the Christmas Tree.
Snow Totals Around the Upper Midwest
Most of Minnesota got a fresh blanket of snow Tuesday.
Minnesota’s COVID Death Total Surpasses 5,000
The Minnesota Department of Health says another 79 people who had coronavirus died on Wednesday. One of those people was from Stearns County.
Snow Totals from Wednesday’s Blizzard
The National Weather Service says here in St. Cloud we officially had 3.1 inches of snow on Wednesday.
Stearns Co. Has 8 COVID-Related Deaths on Saturday
The Minnesota Department of Health says eight people with the coronavirus died in Stearns County on Saturday.
Sauk Rapids Holiday Parade Canceled
The 13th annual Sauk Rapids Holiday Parade of Lights has been canceled for this year. The city posted the announcement on its Facebook page Friday.
3 Day ‘Pack the Trailer’ Event Collection Donations
Next week, as you do your grocery shopping for Thanksgiving dinner, you can also donate to a good cause. A Pack The Trailer event is being held on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
St. Cloud On NYT List Where COVID is Worst Right Now
According to the New York Times the St. Cloud metro area is in the top 15 cities in the country right now where the outbreak is the worst.
Local Musicians Impacted by Latest COVID-19 Restrictions
The latest COVID-19 restrictions closing bars and restaurants at 10:00 p.m. starting this Friday is also impacting the local entertainment industry.
Veteran’s Day Parade, Rededication Ceremony in St. Cloud
A small vehicle parade and dedication ceremony has been planned for Wednesday in honor of Veteran's Day.