Jay Caldwell

Jay Caldwell is the host of the WJON Morning News Watch, 5-10 weekday mornings. The program focuses on interaction with listeners both on air and online about what concerns them in Central Minnesota. Jay and his wife reside in St. Cloud and have since 1998. They raised their 2 boys who are now off to college starting their own adventures. Please tune in to the Morning News Watch for the latest news, sports, weather, entertainment and so much more.

The Story of St. John’s Athletic Facilities

Guild Hall or Rat Hall as it's also known, was built in 1901 and served as the main gymnasium on the St. John's University campus for many years until 1972. To help tell the story of St. John's buildings I was joined by St. John's/St. Ben's Archivist Peggy Roske.

St. John’s University Used to Be in St. Cloud; Why They Moved

St. John's University originated in St. Cloud on the shores of the Mississippi River in 1856. There is a plaque on the Beaver Island trail commemorating that. St. John's relocated to St. Joseph in 1858 before moving again to its current location at Indianbush aka, Collegeville in 1866.

Reaction to MN Waterfowl Opener; Common Violations

The duck and goose seasons got underway in Minnesota last weekend. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says reports indicate mixed results. Schmitt talked with hunters who did very well while others didn't do as well.

Stolen Vehicle and Burglaries in St. Cloud; Vandalism in Waite Park

The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a stolen vehicle on the 1800 block of 16th Street Southeast. Alicia Mages from Tri County Crime Stoppers says the vehicle is a 2012 red Chevy Traverse with a broken passenger side tail light and a cracked windshield.

New Business Close to Opening in Sartell

Sartell's River Crossing development is getting close to full with 2 to 3 commercial locations still available. Sartell Mayor Ryan Fitzthum indicates Les Schwab Tires and Valvoline Oil Change are close to opening. He says the walls are up and appear on track to open soon.

Sartell’s Mill Development May Include This Parking Solution

The city of Sartell continues to move forward with plans to develop the old paper mill site. Sartell Mayor Ryan Fitzthum joined me on WJON. He says the vision for the property includes trails, green space, residential, commercial and some sort of activity/sports feature.

Explore Minnesota’s Taste This Weekend

Autumn in Minnesota can offer many great events and opportunities to taste great food and drink in the state. Jake Juliot from Explore Minnesota highlights some ways to enjoy Minnesota this weekend.

What Central Minnesotans Need to Know About Prostate Cancer

September is prostate cancer awareness month. Dr. Shawn McGee from CentraCare joined me on WJON to talk about what prostate cancer is and if men can survive it. The prostate is designed as a male only fertility organ.

Story of Gilman in Benton County; How It Got Its Name

WJON's Small Town series takes us this time to Gilman, Minnesota. Gilman is a town of 224 people located north of Foley where Highway 25 and County Road 3 intersect in Benton County.

Sauk Rapids Used to Have These Movie Theaters

The city of Sauk Rapids had a pair of movie theatres throughout the years. The Rapids Theatre and the State Theatre...both had 1 screen. The Rapids Theatre was located at 319 Benton Drive North in Sauk Rapids.