Podcasts about Moorhead

MPR News has several bureaus across Minnesota to serve people from every corner of the state. Two new reporters are now settled in greater Minnesota.Molly Castle Work is based in the Rochester bureau with a focus on health reporting. Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval is based in the Moorhead bureau and will have a focus on agriculture. They joined Minnesota Now to share more about their backgrounds.

The parents of one child who was injured in the Annunciation mass shooting last week pleaded with visiting Vice President Vance to find solutions to mass shootings in the U.S. We dive deeper into potential solutions with an expert.We explore how and why officials are looking into whether the mass shooting at Annunciation could be classified as a hate crime. And a woman who has spent the week tending to the Annunciation memorial shares what it's been like to shepherd support pouring in from across the globe. Plus, MPR News is welcoming two new reporters who are based in Moorhead and Rochester. Join us as we get to know them.And the bar trivia empire Trivia Mafia is out with a new trivia podcast. We talk with one of the hosts, Sean McPherson.Today's Minnesota Music Minute was “Hand in the Air” by The Gated Community. The Song of the Day was “Almost Home” by Hannah Hammond.

Today is Thursday, September 4. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

WDAY First News anchors Lisa Budeau, Scott Engen and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Wednesday, September 3. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Today is Wednesday, September 3. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

Today is Tuesday, September 2. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with two big opening night college football wins. The Gophers handled Buffalo 23-10, with QB Drake Lindsey looking the part. And St. Thomas won 35-13 over a team to which it lost 64-0 a year ago. Plus a blockbuster NFL trade involving the Packers. 15:00: Strib Varsity's Joe Christensen joins Rand to talk more about his recent story on Moorhead athletics. 26:00: The Lynx let one get away.

08/27/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by the President of MSUM, Tim Downs, to talk about their record-setting first-year enrollment. Moorhead is now the fastest-growing four-year public university in the Minnesota State system. Dr. Tim Downs became the 12th president of Minnesota State Moorhead on July 1, 2023, and has more than 35 years of higher education experience (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.

Land to Table: Food Stories from Clay County explores the history and stories associated with food in Clay County. Whether it be Potato Days in Barnesville, spaghetti dinners in Dilworth, breweries in Moorhead, or the revival of Native American cuisine throughout the Red River Valley, food plays an important role in all of our lives and plays a key role in our identities. Land to Table highlights these and ways food has shaped the lives of Clay County residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Host Dane DeKrey welcomes Dr. Brandon Lunak, Superintendent of Moorhead Public Schools to talk about the two proposed levies Moorhead residents will vote on this fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is Tuesday, August 26. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

08/26/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the Mayor of Moorhead to talk about all the developments and updates going on in Moorhead, MN. Mayor Carlson was elected in November 2018 as a City Council Member and appointed Moorhead Mayor in Feb 2021, then was elected in 2022. (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.

ONE THING “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10

WDAY First News anchors Scott Engen and Robert Poynter break down your regional news and weather for Thursday, August 21. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Today is Thursday, August 21. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

Today is Wednesday, August 20. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

WDAY First News anchors Lisa Budeau, Scott Engen and Robert Poynter break down your regional news and weather for Wednesday, August 20. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Join WRBI News Director Tom Snape, and the rest of the WRBI Crew, for enlightening conversations with fascinating people in Southeastern Indiana. Brew up your favorite beverage, relax, and listen every weekday morning at 9:30.

WDAY First News anchors Lisa Budeau, Scott Engen and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Monday, August 18. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Dennis Johnson from Johnson's Auto in Moorhead, MN joins Amy & JJ to take listeners automotive questions. In this episode: why won't the vehicle recognize it's in park and turn off, different kinds of oils, replacing brakes and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss Moorhead 2025, Grace Alessi recently joined us in studio. As her reign comes to a close we chatted about her year with the title, what led her to get into pageants and why she thinks other young ladies could benefit as well from the opportunities that come with Moorhead Pageants.

Minneapolis' mayor is proposing a budget that attempts to keep new programs in check to help deal with less tax revenue coming in. Mayor Jacob Frey gave details today on a $2 billion budget framework that he says found around $23 million in savingsThe longtime family owners of the Minnesota Twins say they will not sell the team after all.The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension continues to investigate after two men were killed in an exchange of gunfire with police in Moorhead on Monday night.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

Today is Tuesday, August 12. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

ONE THING Prayer reveals and is equal to our dependency… “To pray is to accept that we are, and always will be, wholly dependent on God for everything.” - Timothy Keller

WDAY First News anchors Lisa Budeau, Scott Engen and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Tuesday, August 5. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

ONE THING Make these your dying words… I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. – 2 Timothy 4:7

WDAY First News anchors Scott Engen and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Friday, August 1. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Moorhead Public Schools Superintendent Brandon Lunak discusses a two question referendum that will be presented to Moorhead voters in November of 2025. Both questions concern funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THURSDAY JULY 31st! Get your Dairy Queen Blizzard and support the Children's Miracle Network benefitting Sanford Children's Hospital right here in our region. Bring the family, the office, the softball team, your neighbors - ANYONE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign-born workers play a major role in Minnesota's agricultural and hospitality sectors. Many of these workers have come to the United States on temporary visas or have some other legal status, while many others are undocumented. President Donald Trump's efforts to restrict immigration and step up enforcement have caused uncertainty for some workers with and without legal status. Ma Elena Gutierrez, the founder of the immigration advocacy organization Fe y Justica, and Fernando Quijano, a University of Minnesota extension educator for community economics based in Moorhead, joined Minnesota Now to discuss how this uncertainty is carrying over into the rural economy.

WDAY First News anchors Lisa Budeau and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Monday, July 28. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Today is Tuesday, July 22. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

In this jam-packed Tuesday edition of What's On Your Mind, Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn dive headfirst into stories that matter — from a high-stakes school referendum in Moorhead to a feel-good golf story starring LPGA pro Amy Olson. Ag PhD's Darren Hefty joins the show to break down critical issues affecting American farmers, and Scott takes a moment to celebrate the humility and faith of golfer Scottie Scheffler. It's a fast-paced, thoughtful hour filled with school policy, soil talk, sports inspiration, and more. ⏱️ Standout Moments + Timestamps: [00:00:48] Referendum Real TalkSuperintendent Brandon Lunak explains what's at stake in Moorhead's upcoming school vote — and how it'll impact students and taxpayers. [00:14:26] The Ag PhD Checks InDarren Hefty brings insight into cover crops, soil health, and what farmers need from policymakers in 2025. [00:32:10] “Farmers Are Innovators, Not Just Operators”A powerful quote from Darren on how agriculture has become a tech-savvy, data-driven field. [00:37:35] Scottie Scheffler's Big WeekendLPGA golfer Amy Olson shares thoughts on the faith and composure of PGA star Scottie Scheffler — a welcome good-news story in the sports world. [00:47:10] Scheffler's Secret Weapon: CharacterScott and Amy reflect on the culture of humility in golf and how it's shaping today's young players. [00:52:01] Closing Riffs: From Classrooms to ClubhousesScott ties the day's themes together with his signature optimism and sharp commentary.

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You have until Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6pm to put your bids in - IN PERSON! They are selling 2 picnic tables and 2 benches and all of the money will go towards Miracle Treat Day to benefit the Sanford Children's Hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WDAY First News anchors Lisa Budeau, Scott Engen and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Thursday, July 17. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

 Today, a dive into a film that bends reality, questions perception, and loops time in ways that'll twist your mind into knots. At the Tribeca Film Festival, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the creative trifecta behind The Endless—directors Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, and producer David Lawson Jr. Buckle up… this is going to get weird.  The Endless is a story that follows two brothers, Justin and Aaron—yes, portrayed by the filmmakers themselves—as they return to a UFO cult they escaped years ago, only to discover that something strange is at play… something endless.  Start Your Free One Year Trial At Sci-Fi Talk Plus Take a Test Drive with free episodes 

Today is Tuesday, July 15. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

Guest Include:   - Sam Herder, HERO Sports     - Jeff Kolpack, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead     - Taye Reich, Moorhead junior pitcher/outfielder

Join Janae and Ronnie as they dive into another breezy, banter-filled morning on the Coffee Club Show! Broadcasting live from AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY Radio in Fargo-Moorhead, this episode is a mix of local flavor, fun debates, nostalgic storytelling, and community spotlights. Expect plenty of laughs, surprising confessions (spoiler: microwave cake recipes and foot massage hot takes!), and an exciting chat with a brand-new local business.

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Today is Thursday, July 10. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

07/09/25: Joel Heitkamp and "Afternoons Live" host Tyler Axness get the chance to speak with Rachel Rennicke regarding a protest taking place outside Representative Fischbach’s Moorhead office. Rachel is a home healthcare worker in Perham, MN, and expresses her fear that will come from President Trump's budget bill. "The groups participating are demanding that our taxpayer-funded elected officials hold community meetings with constituents so we can hear why they put billionaires' tax cuts before the health and safety of our 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.

ONE THING Rahab's story is a powerful example of how God redeems broken lives. Ask yourself: Where is God calling me to take a courageous step (small or big) of faith today, even if it costs me something?

ONE THING Faith is taught and caught Faith makes hard decisions easier Faith turns fear into confidence Faith invites us to do the hard things What are we waiting for?