I was joined today on WJON by 6th District Congressman Tom Emmer. He authored the bill helping create the COP House in St. Cloud. COP stands for Community Outpost and is a home in a neighborhood that has had issues with crime activity. The home is meant for police to increase visibility and community involvement in trouble neighborhoods with the expectation to reduce crime.
An ownership group headed by former baseball star Alex Rodriguez has a pending agreement to buy the Minnesota Timberwolves from Glen Taylor. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He says Rodriguez is the face of this ownership group and doesn't expect this ownership transfer to go fast.
Banaian; Economy Is Looking Good [PODCAST]
St. Cloud State Economist and Dean, School of Public Affairs, King Banaian joined me on WJON today. He says the stock market and economy are looking good. Banaian says there is optimism with more and more people getting the Covid-19 vaccine, less likelihood of shutdowns or dial backs and warmer weather approaching. Banaian says the restaurant/bar industry and pulled through the toughest stretch of the pandemic and with warmer weather and outdoor seating becoming available soon things are looking up. He says some restaurants may decide to stay with increased space for patrons which some could consider to be appealing. Listen to our conversation below.
Souhan; Kenta Maeda Has Earned His Opening Day Start [PODCAST]
Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined Lee Voss on WJON today. Jim says Kenta Maeda has earned his opening day start based on performances last year and in spring training. He says Jose Berrios has overachieved in his career and is a solid number two starter but not an ace. He says the new infield will be great defensively but it s a matter of if they all can remain healthy. The Twins will take on the Brewers on WJON starting at 12:30 p.m.
The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Knicks 102-101 at Target Center Wednesday night. Jim says it was an ugly game but the wolves got the win. He says a big fourth quarter performance by rookie Anthony Edwards was the difference maker in the game. He says the Timberwolves need to earn their respect in the NBA with some big wins like last night.
St. Cloud VA Now Offering Vaccines for All Veterans [PODCAST]
The St. Cloud V.A. continues to progress with their Covid-19 vaccine rollout. Today on WJON s Voices for Veterans segment I was joined by Director of Pharmacy J.D. Anderson and Public Affairs Officer Barry Venable from the St. Cloud V.A. Anderson says the St. Cloud V.A. has administered more than 18,000 doses of the vaccine and approximately 6,000 veterans have completed the vaccination process. He says have been using both the Moderna and Johnson and Johnson vaccines. In some cases he says veterans have a choice of which vaccine they can get depending on supply.