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
St. Cloud Metro Cities Remind Residents of Lawn Watering Rules
This early June heatwave has area city officials reminding its residents of the lawn watering policy.
Foley Pool Opens for the Season on Saturday
The Foley municipal pool will open for the season on Saturday.
St. Cloud PD Hosting Regional Police Dog Competition
About 100 police dogs and their handlers will be competing in St. Cloud early next week.
Benton County Fair Planning on a Traditional Looking Event
The rides, food, bands, and Derbys are all back this year at the Benton County Fair.
Downtown St. Cloud Taco John’s Closes After 40 Years
The Taco John's in downtown St. Cloud has closed.
Anheuser-Busch Buying Americans a Round of Beer
Free beer is the latest White House-backed incentive for Americans to get vaccinated for COVID-19.
New Downtown St. Cloud Parking Rules Go Into Effect on June 1st
The city of St. Cloud is starting a parking system pilot on Tuesday, June 1st and running through the end of the year.
St. Joseph 4th of July Parade is Happening this Year
Organizers of the 4th of July parade in St. Joseph having given it the green light.
Fully Vaccinated Minnesotans No Longer Need to Mask-Up
Minnesotans who are fully vaccinated for the coronavirus no longer need to wear a mask.
Officials Release Details After 8 Hour Hostage Standoff
After a stand-off that lasted more than eight hours, St. Cloud police arrested a man who was holding five hostages Thursday night.
MN to End Capacity Restrictions on May 28, Mask Mandate July 1
Governor Tim Walz Thursday announced a three-step timeline to end nearly all state COVID-19 restrictions by May 28.
St. Cloud July 4th Fireworks Returning to Wilson Park
The St. Cloud July 4th Fireworks show is returning to Wilson Park this summer.