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News & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day. From politics to public service announcements and sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.

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    Live from MN Twins Spring Training with Katie Raile

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 15:21


    03/04/26: Katie Raile is the Manager of Florida Sales and Community Engagement, originally from North Dakota. She joins Joel on "News and Views" in Florida to talk about the work she and Twins do in Florida with the community and previews the season. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Live from MN Twins Spring Training with Matt Hodson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 14:33


    03/04/26: Matt Hodson is the Minnesota Twins Director of Business Communications. He joins Joel in Fort Myers, Florida during Twins Spring Training. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Live from Minnesota Twins Spring Training with pitcher, Taylor Rogers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 15:57


    03/03/26: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting from the Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers, Florida for some Minnesota Twins Spring Training baseball. He's joined by Taylor Rogers, pitcher for the Twins. Taylor began his career with the Twins, pitching for Minnesota from 2016 until he was traded to San Diego in April of '22. He was an All-Star with the Twins in '21, and joined the Twins again in January. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Live from MN Twins Spring Training with the General Manager, Jeremy Zoll

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 14:20


    03/03/26: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from Florida, and is joined by Jeremy Zoll, the General Manager of the Minnesota Twins. Jeremy and Joel talk about Twins spring training and the upcoming season together. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel shares his thoughts on the U.S. and Israel striking Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 13:57


    03/03/26: The US and Israel began joint strikes on Iran over the weekend, killing its supreme leader and launching a war that is quickly escalating across the Middle East. Joel is back to host his show and speaks to the conflict. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Minnesota Vikings and Fargo Parks launched High School Girls Flag Football Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 10:55


    03/03/26: Susan Faus is the Executive Director of the Fargo Parks District and joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views." The Minnesota Vikings and the Fargo Park District are launching a High SchoolGirls Flag Football program serving the Red River Valley. This pilot program is open to girls in grades 9–12 from Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead and surrounding communities. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Live from MN Twins Spring Training with Radio Play-by-Play, Kris Atteberry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 16:04


    03/03/26: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from the Lee Health Sports Complex in Florida for some Twins Spring Training baseball, and is joined by Kris Atteberry. Kris is the radio play-by-play for the Minnesota Twins, and joined the Twins after spending five summers (2002-06) calling games on radio and television for the St. Paul Saints. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Former ND State Representatives Bruce Laughlin and Dan Wogsland reminisce

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 15:26


    03/02/26: Dan Wogsland is a former North Dakota House Majority and Minority Leader, and was the was the executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association. Dan is filling in for Joel Heitkamp, and is joined by his former colleague in the North Dakota State Legislature, Bruce Laughlin. A resident of Finley, he served in the North Dakota House of Representatives from 1971 until 1978 and from 1983 to 1994. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fifth-generation farmer from Rolla, ND, Billie Lentz, joins Dan Wogsland on "News and Views"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 15:25


    03/02/26: Dan Wogsland is a former North Dakota House Majority and Minority Leader, and was the was the executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association. Dan is filling in for Joel Heitkamp, and is joined by Billie Lentz. Billie is a fifth-generation farmer from Rolla, ND, and a 2022 NDSU agriculture economics graduate. Billie also works full-time as a marketing, communications and recruitment manager at Legacy Cooperative. She serves on the board of directors for the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association and is a member of the Global Farmer Network. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NYT Correspondent, Mike Bender, speaks with Dan Wogsland on Trump's behavior

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 13:07


    03/02/26: Dan Wogsland is a former North Dakota House Majority and Minority Leader, and was the was the executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association. Dan is filling in for Joel Heitkamp, and is joined by Mike Bender to have a conversation about President Donald Trump. Mike is a correspondent for The New York Times in Washington, covering President Donald Trump’s domestic policy agenda. He covered Mr. Trump’s first four years in the White House, and each of his three presidential campaigns. He detailed much of his experience in his book, “Frankly, We Did Win This Election: The Inside Story of How Trump Lost.” (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    U.S. Congressional candidate, Vern Thompson, talks about Iran, the Farm Bill, public forums, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 16:25


    03/02/26: Dan Wogsland is a former North Dakota House Majority and Minority Leader, and was the was the executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association. Dan is filling in for Joel Heitkamp, and is joined by Vern Thomspon to talk about the strike on Iran and how Congress has responded. Vern Thompson is an independent trucker who hauls natural gas liquids. He represented the Minnewauken area, near Devils Lake, in the North Dakota House from 1989-1990 and served from 1997-2000 in the Senate, including one session as Senate minority caucus leader, and now he's running for U.S. Congress. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Perry Miller and Nathan Berseth get all their tax-related questions answered from Daniel Julson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 11:26


    02/27/26: Joel Heitkamp is on vacation and has Richland County Commissioners, Nathan Berseth and Perry Miller, filling in for him on "News and Views." They're joined by Daniel Julson to talk about tax season, specifically digging into the taxing on tips, Trump accounts, deductions, and more. Daniel Julson graduated in 2015 from North Dakota State University with a degree in Agricultural Economics with an emphasis in Accounting. He received his CPA license in January 2017. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    McKenzie County Auditor explains election process and integrity in North Dakota

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 13:59


    02/27/26: Perry Miller and Nathan Berseth, Richland County Commissioners, are filling in for Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views." Erica Johnsrud is the Auditor for McKenzie County in North Dakota, and joins Nathan and Perry to chat about the election process and safety behind them. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Richland County Commissioners chat with Governor Armstrong on GPS monitoring and prison system

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 16:36


    02/27/26: While Joel Heitkamp is out, Richland County Commissioners Perry Miller and Nathan Berseth fill in and are joined by North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jack Zaleski, Al Aamodt, and Jane Ahlin join the roundtable to discuss Epstein files, the State of the Union, and more.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 63:19


    02/26/26: Al Aamodt worked at WDAY for 35 years, as an Editor at KVLY, was a news broadcaster at KFGO, and taught at MSUM. Jack Zaleski is a Columnist at the Forum and was their editorial page Editor for 30 years, and also was Editor of the Devils Lake Daily Journal. Jane Ahlin is a columnist for The Forum and taught English at MSUM, and is an alum from UND and MSUM. They all join Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio to talk about the recent State of the Union address, Epstein files, the treatment of female reporters, and more. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Erika Yoney, psychiatric nurse practitioner, is running for MN House District 4A

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 13:26


    02/26/26: Erika Yoney is running for the Minnesota House of Representatives in District 4A representing Moorhead. She is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides therapy and medication management in a community health center. Others running for the District 4A seat are Moorhead Mayor Shelly Carlson, and union firefighter Kevin Salisbury. The District 4A seat is currently held by Rep. Heather Keeler, who is not seeking another term in the legislature. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Senator John Hoeven shares his thoughts on President Trump's State of the Union address

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 16:14


    02/25/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined by United States Senator John Hoeven the morning after President Trump's State of the Union address. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel Heitkamp hears Congressman Collin Peterson's thoughts on Trump's State of the Union

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 15:33


    02/25/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined by former Congressman Collin Peterson the morning after President Trump's State of the Union address. Congressman Peterson represented Minnesota’s Seventh District from 1991 to 2021. He served as Chairman and Ranking Member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee from 2005 to 2021. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ND District 28 Republican meeting ends in anger and fights over infrastructure

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 33:34


    02/24/26: Joel Heitkamp is first joined by Wendi Baggaley, a political consultant out of Minot, and then North Dakota State Representative Mike Brandenburg. On Sunday, the District 28 Republicans held their meeting to select delegates for their state convention, but it was stopped due to a group of people physically taking over the meeting. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    City of Fargo Recycling tells you what to throw and what to recycle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 12:56


    02/24/26: Jen Pickett is the Recycling Coordinator for the City of Fargo and joins Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ND Secretary of State speaks to election integrity and SAVE Act

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 11:47


    02/24/26: Michael Howe is the Secretary of State for North Dakota and joins Joel on "News and Views." He speaks to the SAVE Act that recently passed the U.S. House and is waiting in the Senate. He answers questions regarding voter registration, passport usage, the integrity of elections, and more. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dave Christian speaks to third-generation Olympics gold medal win for U.S. hockey with nephew competing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 16:59


    02/23/26: A native of Warroad, MN, Dave Christian entered UND in the fall of 1977and was one of the most accomplished hockey players from UND. He left UND to play for the 1980 gold medal U.S. Olympic Hockey team as a defenseman. After the Olympics, Christian signed with the Winnipeg Jets and set an NHL record for a rookie scoring only seven seconds into his first NHL game. Dave's family has a strong history in U.S. Hockey, and just watched his nephew, Brock Nelson, play in the Italy Olympics, adding a third generation to the family's Olympic gold medal collection. Brock ended up with a huge role to play in this tournament, helping key a penalty kill while contributing two goals and an assist across six games. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel learns about geothermal energy in North Dakota from three experts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 24:14


    02/23/26: Dr. Moones Alamooti of Geotinkers at UND, Jessica Eagle Bluestone of Geothermal Rising, and Paul Jensen with Citizens Climate Lobby join Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio for a conversation about geothermal energy. The SB 2360 is coming up for discussion in Center, ND where the energy Committee will hear testimony and ask questions from testifiers who are attending the meeting regarding geothermal energy. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Red River Valley Home and Garden Show is February 27 – March 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 7:43


    02/24/26: Tom Spaeth is with Accent Kitchen & Bath and is a past President of the Building Industry Association. Exhibits at the Home and Garden Show include contractors, flooring, siding, spas, windows, water purification, decks, heating/air conditioning, interior decorating and design, kitchen and bath design, cabinetry, garage doors, financial lending, Spring Market and Garden Center vendors and more. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    North Dakotans are stuck in Mexico after the killing of a cartel leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 9:08


    U.S. and Canadian airlines halted flights to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico after violence broke out in the country after the Mexican army’s killing of a cartel leader. The U.S. State Department told U.S. citizens to shelter in place, citing “ongoing security operations and related road blockages and criminal activity.” North Dakotan, Julie Mauch, is stuck there with her husband amid the turmoil, and joins Joel to speak to the situation. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    South Dakota trade expert, Jeff Lassle, speaks to state of tariffs after SCOTUS ruling

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 14:47


    02/23/26: Jeff Lassle is the President and Chief Executive Officer of NexEra Materials Group, LLC based out of South Dakota. He is a career expert in domestic and international trade and manufacturing supplying U.S. manufacturing, U.S builders, distribution, and Big Box retail. Jeff joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about the recent SCOTUS 6-3 ruling that President Trump's tariffs are illegal. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MN State Senator Rob Kupec shares hopes for 2026 legislative session

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 14:53


    02/20/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Minnesota State District 04 Senator, Rob Kupec to hear about the start of the legislative session and his goals for the rest of it. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Head to the 23rd Annual Detroit Lakes Vintage Snowmobile Rally on Feb 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 6:47


    02/20/26: Joel is joined by Wayne to talk about the ULTRA Snowmobile Club’s 23rd Annual DL Vintage Snowmobile Rally, Swap Meet and Ride on Detroit Lakes City Beach in front of Zorbaz in Detroit Lakes. Over $10,000 in Cash and Prizes with registration from 8-11 am. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark Friese appointed to North Dakota Supreme Court

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 16:25


    02/20/26: Gov. Armstrong appointed Mark Friese to the North Dakota Supreme Court earlier this week. Mark will begin his term on March 9 and succeed retiring Supreme Court Justice Daniel Crothers. Mark has practiced criminal defense law and civil litigation for 25 years. He is a shareholder with the Vogel Law Firm in Fargo and clerked for North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Dale Sandstrom for one year. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Law Professor Laurie Levenson and former U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp speak to SCOTUS striking down Trump tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 15:53


    02/20/26: Laurie Levenson is a Professor of Law at Loyola Law School and Legal Commentator for CBS, CNN, ABC, NBC, BBC, and NPR. She frequently joins Joel on "News and Views," and joined today to talk about Donald Trump's legal battles and the current case being heard by the Supreme Court. Joel Heitkamp is joined by Laurie, and later on, his sister, former United States Senator, former Attorney General, and State Tax Commissioner for North Dakota, Heidi Heitkamp, to have a conversation about the breaking Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda. The 6-3 decision centers on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs he levied on nearly every other country. Read more at KFGO.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel speaks to arrest of former Prince Andrew over Epstein files-related misconduct

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 12:47


    02/19/26: The former Prince Andrew, now Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was arrested Thursday for suspected misconduct in public office after revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Joel Heitkamp shares his take and takes comments from listeners on the news. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stacy Mitchell speaks to grocery food deserts across rural America

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 16:17


    02/19/26: Stacy Mitchell is the Co-Executive Director for the Institute for Local Self-Reliance and wrote this article in the Atlantic: The Great Grocery Squeeze / How a federal policy change in the 1980s created the modern food desert. The Institute for Local Self-Reliance released a new interactive map and policy brief that exposes how decades of unchecked consolidation reshaped the American grocery landscape. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski addresses how local police deal with ICE-related issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 13:04


    02/19/26: Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski gave commissioners an overview of how his department deals with immigration-related issues. He joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to talk about the meeting and how his department would deal with ICE. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel Heitkamp speaks with Axios about the controversial SAVE Act, regarding voting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 13:21


    02/18/26: Jason Lalljee is a reporter for Axios and joins Joel Heitkamp to have a conversation about the SAVE Act. The SAVE America Act, passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on February 11, 2026, includes both a documentary proof of citizenship requirement and a requirement that voters provide a photo ID in order to vote. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Conservative speaker Ivan Raiklin pushes back on January 6 and COVID beliefs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 34:52


    02/17/26: Retired Lieutenant Colonel Ivan Raiklin is a former Green Beret and Constitutional Attorney that served 25 years in the Department of Defense and national guard across five states and five continents. He’s now maybe more known for his beliefs that the January 6th insurrection was a setup and for his “Deep-state target list” with names that he believes wronged Donald Trump. Ivan will be speaking in Fargo on February 20th with the Fargo Area Conservatives for their “Liberty and Justice for All” event at the Avalon. Learn more and buy your tickets at FargoConservatives.com (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rusty Halvorson shares news of new pork processing facility in South Dakota

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 4:50


    02/16/26: Smithfield Foods, Inc., an American food company and an industry leader in value-added packaged meats and fresh pork, today announced it has initiated the approval process to build a new state-of-the-art packaged meats and fresh pork processing facility in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Read more of the article from Rusty Halvorson at KFGO.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Concordia Economics Professor, Riaz Aziz, speaks to inflation, ag markets, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 27:39


    02/16/26: Riaz Aziz is an Instructor of Economics at Concordia College, and has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in business, economics, management, finance, and entrepreneurship. Riaz is also the CEO of the Begunahi Foundation USA, which is dedicated to educating and empowering underprivileged women in India. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    National Corn Growers Association advocates for the importance of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 9:18


    02/13/26: Nancy Martinez is the director of public policy for trade for the National Corn Growers Association. The Agricultural Coalition for the United-States-Mexico-Canada Agreement recently held a press conference to release a study pointing to the importance of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Eleanor Watson from CBS joins to explain judge's ruling on battle between Senator Kelly and Secretary Hegseth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 9:22


    02/13/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Eleanor Watson is a CBS News reporter and producer covering the Pentagon. She joins Joel to talk about the recent news around Arizona Democrat Senator Mark Kelly and his legal battle with Secretary Pete Hegseth. A federal judge granted Sen. Kelly's request for a preliminary injunction against Pete Hegseth, in a lawsuit accusing the defense secretary of trying to punish him for his political speech. Senator Kelly, a former Navy Captain, sued Hegseth in January, one week after the defense secretary moved to formally censure him for participating in a video where he and several Democratic lawmakers told U.S. servicemembers they can refuse illegal orders. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn is running for Mayor of Fargo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 14:33


    02/13/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn to talk about his decision to run for Mayor of Fargo. Dave has been a city commissioner for 16 years. He was first elected in 2008 and served until 2012. He was elected again in 2014, 2018, and 2022. Piepkorn has been a small business owner and is currently self-employed. Others running are National Guard member Jake Coulter, Commissioner Denise Kolpack, and State Sen. Josh Boschee. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Support the Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN this Giving Hearts Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 12:54


    02/11/26: The Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN is a 501c3 non-profit, 100% volunteer organization that takes Veterans to Washington, DC free of charge to visit the memorials built in their honor. LuAnn McDonald is a Board Member and joins Joel in the KFGO studio to talk about the importance of the Veterans Honor Flight, and share some fun stories from her flights. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HIA Hospice is hoping for your support on Giving Hearts Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 10:15


    02/11/26: Tracee Capron is the Executive Director and Mike Meyer is the Director of Philanthropy for HIA Hospice, and they both join Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio. For over 40 years, Hospice of the Red River Valley has provided compassionate care across the region. Now, this legacy continues as HIA Hospice, offering vital support to individuals and families during life’s most challenging moments. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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