Welcome back to the Corwin Subaru Studios for a jam-packed Thursday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Waking up to an overcast 71°F and a suffocating, tropical 71-degree dew point, hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman navigate a historic regional weather double-whammy. The National Weather Service has locked down a Heat Advisory alongside a dangerous, air quality alert as trailing smoke from massive lightning-sparked wildfires in the Boundary Waters blankets the Red River Valley in a hazy, unhealthy red category. The local ledger updates a tragic high-profile cold case, a major multi-million dollar Red River infrastructure boost, and upcoming community openings. Over on the sports desk, Jace celebrates a career milestone for Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve, reviews the Results of the MLB All-Star Game, and previews the highly anticipated launch of NDSU's video game challenge. Plus, the duo unearths a bizarre campground sunglasses extraction, details a viral 1,000-pound forest outlaw, and explores a hidden family monument in the Amistadi addition. Key Moments The Unhealthy Boundary Waters Smog Alert: Bonnie alerts listeners to a historic air quality alert hitting Clay and Wilkin counties. Fueled by dry conditions and high winds, smoke and low-hanging haze from 17 active forest fires in the Boundary Waters have plummeted regional breathing conditions into the unhealthy red zone, prompting high-speed water-bombing plane responses up north. The Homicide Arraignment: Legal briefs update a major downtown Fargo cold case after 23-year-old J. Von Allen officially enters a plea of not guilty to charges of murder, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment following his extradition from a Minneapolis jail cell. The $24 Million Red River Bridge Boost: US Senator John Hoeven pushes through a massive federal grant from the Department of Transportation to replace three structurally deficient and weight-restricted bridges spanning the Red River across Cass and Traill counties. Reeve Claims the Crown: Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve secures her spot as the absolute winningest coach in WNBA history. Fueled by a hard-fought 86-80 comeback victory over the Connecticut Sun, Reeve notched her historic 380th regular-season win. The Stolen Rain Conspiracy: Ag Director Bridgette Riedel drops by to highlight a bizarre federal crop insurance fraud case out of Colorado. Local ranchers systematically vandalized 16 separate public rain gauges—punching holes in collection bowls and sealing funnels with silicone—to block precipitation data and collect $8.5 million under a weather-index forage plan. The High Roller Las Vegas Sweepstakes: Jace breaks down…

Welcome back inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a hot, sticky Tuesday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman recap a rocky night of severe weather that brought a confirmed EF-2 tornado to Becker County and dropped nearly an inch of rain across parts of the metro. While things have calmed down this morning, the region is still locked under an Extreme Heat Warning with heat index values threatening to hit a stifling 105°F. The show is firing on all cylinders with massive offseason sports updates, headlining a wild offseason blockbuster trade rumor that would send LaMello Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In local news, the team updates a major downtown Fargo cold case arrest, a supreme court blocking of state term limit alterations, and upcoming metro community project openings. On a lighter note, the hosts explore a quirky scientific study involving window-smeared Greek yogurt, a copycat air-fryer hack for Omaha's famous "Monster Twinkie," and the underground history of 1980s government cave cheese. Key Moments The EF-2 Twister Aftermath: The hosts review the survey results from the National Weather Service, confirming that an 115 mph EF-2 tornado carved an 800-yard wide path through Floyd Lake, leaving significant property damage and three non-life-threatening injuries in its wake. Fargo’s Full-Time Reorganization: A historic shift takes place at Fargo City Hall as Josh Boschee officially takes his oath of office as the city's first-ever full-time mayor, leading his first commission meeting alongside newly sworn-in commissioners Nikki Gullickson and Chad Peterson. The Double-Time Red Card: Jace recaps a heartbreaking 4-1 World Cup exit for Team USA against Belgium, noting a dramatic pre-game twist where FIFA officially revoked Folarin Balogun's automatic suspension, allowing him to play under a strict one-year probationary period. The Window Yogurt Cooling Hack: Jace highlights an eccentric scientific experiment conducted by Dr. Ben Roberts in the UK. The study verified that painting plain, 10% fat Greek yogurt onto home windows can create a solar-radiation film that cools a house by over six degrees during extreme heatwaves. The Underground 1980s Cave Cheese: Jace takes a nostalgic trip into federal agriculture policies from the late 1970s and 80s, revealing how the US government built up massive dairy stockpiles to protect milk prices, resulting in millions of pounds of five-pound processed cheese blocks stored away in limestone caves across Missouri. Pringles Hot Dog Buns: Jace shares a bizarre food trend making…

Welcome inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a sticky, sleep-deprived Monday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Big Game James McCarty (filling in early for Jace) track a dangerous summer heatwave. With a morning start already at a humid 74°F, an Extreme Heat Warning is locked down as heat index values look to climb to a staggering 110°F. The local news block is heavy with big transitions and bizarre traffic disruptions, detailing the public swearing-in of Fargo’s first full-time mayor and a messy, 12-bison carcass spill that entirely shut down I-94. Over on the sports desk, the team celebrates a series finale victory for the Minnesota Twins heading into the All-Star Break. Plus, Ag Director Bridgette Riedel drops a shocking legal brief exposing a massive, multi-million dollar federal insurance fraud operation where local ranchers systematically sabotaged public weather gauges to pretend it wasn't raining. Key Moments The 110-Degree Heat Wave: Bonnie issues an urgent safety warning for the FM metro, tracking a stifling setup of 100°F temperatures mixed with an incredibly sticky 69-degree dew point. Listeners are urged to self-monitor for heat exhaustion, check on neighbors, and keep kids and pets out of vehicles. Bison Carcass Highway Spill: Commuters on eastbound I-94 face absolute chaos after a semi-truck pulling an open trailer braked suddenly in the West Fargo construction zone, launching 12 to 15 bison carcasses and remains across the only open lane. Fargo Restructures City Hall: A historic shift takes place at Fargo City Hall as Josh Boschee officially takes his oath of office as the city's first-ever full-time mayor, leading his first commission meeting alongside newly sworn-in commissioners Nikki Gullickson and Chad Peterson. The Stolen Rain Conspiracy: Ag Director Bridgette Riedel details a jaw-dropping federal crop insurance fraud investigation out of Colorado. Two local ranchers systematically vandalized 16 separate National Weather Service rain gauges—punching holes in brass collection bowls, cutting wires, and sealing funnels with silicone—to illegally collect $8.5 million in payouts under a forage plan that triggers when rainfall drops below historic levels. Twins Complete the Series Run: James breaks down a dominant 4-2 series finale victory over the Los Angeles Angels heading into the All-Star Break, fueled by seven quality innings from Taj Bradley on the mound and a solo home run from Trevor Larnick. The Thousand-Pound Forest Outlaw: A bizarre federal crime ledger reveals the arrest of a squatter inside the Tonto…

Welcome back inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a packed and sticky Thursday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Big Game James McCarty manage the desk on pure adrenaline as the Red River Valley faces a crushing, long-term summer heatwave with an Extreme Heat Warning pushing local heat indexes up to a blistering 110°F. The news block is heavy with regional transitions, detailing the public swearing-in of Josh Boschee as Fargo's first full-time mayor and a historic multi-million dollar federal infrastructure investment to replace aging Red River bridges. Over on the sports desk, James celebrates a career milestone for WNBA head coach Cheryl Reeve and tracks the latest high-stakes draft maneuvers by the Minnesota Twins. Plus, they explore a grotesque campground rescue in California, dive into the bizarre history of 1980s federal commodity "cave cheese," and settle a heated studio argument over whether a groundhog and a woodchuck are actually the same exact animal. Key Moments Historic Full-Time Transition: A major political milestone takes place at Fargo City Hall as newly elected Mayor Josh Boschee officially resigns his State Senate seat to step up as the city's first-ever full-time mayor. The $24 Million Bridge Boost: US Senator John Hoeven pushes through a massive federal grant from the Department of Transportation to replace three structurally deficient and weight-restricted bridges spanning the Red River across Cass and Traill counties. Cheryl Reeve Claims the Throne: Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve makes WNBA history. Riding an electric 86-80 victory over the Connecticut Sun, Reeve secures her 380th career regular-season win, officially passing Mike Thibault as the winningest coach in league history. The Pringles Hot Dog Bun Experiment: James highlights a quirky new online food trend featuring a limited-edition three-pack of hot dog buns seasoned with classic Pringles flavors—including Sour Cream & Onion and Honey Mustard—packed directly inside a classic Pringles canister. The Vault Toilet Rescue: The team reviews a gross survival report out of a California campground where a dedicated camper dropped his favorite sunglasses down a deep vault toilet and foolishly climbed down after them, getting trapped for 15 minutes before firefighters extracted and decontaminated him. The 1980s Cave Cheese Chronicles: James takes a deep dive into historical federal agricultural policies from the late 1970s and 80s. To artificially prop up falling milk prices, the US government bought up massive dairy surpluses, processing them into shelf-stable five-pound blocks of…

Welcome back inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a high-energy Wednesday morning broadcast of Bonnie & Friends! Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman kick things off by reviewing a bumpy night of weather across the Fargo-Moorhead metro. Even though Jace missed out on the rainfall over in West Fargo, a massive, slow-soaking storm cell dumped nearly an inch of rain on South Moorhead. The local news block is tracking massive developments, including a historic EF-2 tornado confirmation by the National Weather Service and the formal public swearing-in of Fargo's brand-new city commission. Over on the sports desk, Jace unpacks a stellar pitching victory for the Minnesota Twins and laments a crushing World Cup blowout match that officially ended Team USA's championship run. Plus, Ag Director Bridgette Riedel drops a shocking legal brief exposing a multi-million dollar federal insurance fraud operation where local ranchers systematically sabotaged public weather gauges to pretend it wasn't raining. Key Moments The EF-2 Twister Confirmation: The National Weather Service officially confirms that a formidable EF-2 tornado touched down in Becker County on Monday. Tracking wind speeds up to 115 mph, the twister traveled nearly seven miles and grew to a massive 800 yards wide, causing extreme tree and home damage around Floyd Lake. Fargo Restructures City Hall: Fargo’s newly approved full-time mayoral system officially locks into place as Mayor Josh Boschee takes his oath of office, leading the first session alongside newly sworn-in commissioners Nikki Gullickson and Chad Peterson. The Stolen Rain Conspiracy: Ag Director Bridgette Riedel delivers a jaw-dropping report out of Colorado, revealing a massive federal crop insurance fraud ring. Two ranchers systematically vandalized 16 separate National Weather Service rain gauges—punching holes in brass collection bowls and sealing funnels with silicone—to falsely claim that severe droughts had wiped out their forage fields. World Cup Blowout Ends the Run: Jace recaps a brutal late-night soccer finish for Team USA. Despite a brilliant first-half free-kick response by Malik Tillman, a series of costly defensive defensive blunders allowed Belgium to boat-race the Americans 4-1 to eliminate them in the Round of 32. The Thousand-Pound Forest Outlaw: A bizarre federal crime ledger reveals the arrest of a squatter inside the Tonto National Forest. Hiding out from six federal warrants, the man had illegally set up a permanent stone-and-canopy structure where he accumulated over 1,000 pounds of trash and tires over an eight-year span. The Moorhead SWAT Raid: A high-risk,…

Welcome back inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a action-packed Tuesday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman are on the air bright and early to break down a wild, sleep-deprived night in the Red River Valley. A series of intense, fast-moving storms violently shook the region, bringing late-night tornado sirens, heavy tree damage, and massive hailstones bouncing off shingles across Moorhead and Fargo. The local news block is heavy with big transitions, detailing the public swearing-in of Josh Boschee as Fargo's first full-time mayor and a major multi-million dollar federal funding package destined for regional water infrastructure. On the sports desk, the team breaks down a heartbreaking World Cup exit for Team USA and shifts gears to project next year's roster layout following a busy weekend at the NHL Entry Draft. Plus, they celebrate a major career milestone for a legendary WNBA head coach and find out why a gaming tournament in Oregon was abruptly canceled over an unforgettable hygiene alert. Key Moments The EF-2 Becker County Twister: The hosts track the path of a suspected EF-2 tornado that touched down near Floyd Lake. The Becker County Sheriff's Office reports significant structural damage to homes and downed power lines, which forced first responders to open an emergency shelter at M State College. Fargo’s Full-Time Restructuring: A historic shift takes place at Fargo City Hall as Josh Boschee officially takes his oath of office as the city's first-ever full-time mayor, working alongside newly elected commissioners Nikki Gullickson and Chad Peterson. The 4-1 World Cup Heartbreak: Jace laments a defensive collapse by the US Men's National Soccer Team, who surrendered a late goalkeeper deflection to drop a definitive 4-1 blowout match against Belgium in the round of 32. The Smelly Card Duelists: The show details a bizarre announcement out of an Oregon hobby shop, where tournament coordinators officially canceled a weekly Yu-Gi-Oh card event due to severe attendee hygiene complaints and the complete mistreatment of the public restrooms. The Spire Climbing Daredevils: Risk-takers make global headlines after two Russian nationals were arrested in Manhattan after free-climbing a staggering 1,454 feet into the air to film an absolute spectacle atop the Empire State Building spire. Cheryl Reeve's Mountaintop Milestone: Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve stands on the cusp of history. Tied with Mike Thibault at 379 career regular-season victories, Reeve can secure her spot as the outright winningest…

Welcome inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a packed Monday edition of Bonnie & Friends! With Jace off today, Big Game James McCarty slides into the co-host seat early to help Bonnie Amistadi tackle a chaotic mix of wild weather, breaking sports news, and unbelievable lifestyle headlines. The team recaps a blistering, rain-soaked weekend while bracing for a brutal Monday heat advisory looking to push heat index values up to a sticky 105°F. The local news block is running heavy, detailing a major breakthrough in a notorious downtown Fargo cold case, a crucial high-voltage utility project approved by the PSC, and a dramatic West Fargo hit-and-run arrest. Over on the sports desk, James puts a bow on the NHL Draft, celebrates a much-needed series sweep by the Minnesota Twins, and looks ahead to Team USA's high-stakes World Cup knockout matchup against Belgium. Plus, the duo unearths a fascinating global record-holding pet and checks in with the Coffee Club crew to debate why certain everyday American phrases completely baffle the rest of the world. Key Moments The 105-Degree Heat Wave: Bonnie issues an urgent heat advisory warning for the FM metro, tracking a stifling setup of 93°F temperatures mixed with a sticky 70-degree dew point. Fargo Homicide Arrest: Local crime blotters highlight the capture of 22-year-old J. Von Allen in Minneapolis, who now faces formal murder charges related to the tragic shooting of Zeeam Holmes in downtown Fargo. West Fargo Hit-and-Run Charges: Authorities officially charge 25-year-old Carly Visner with a felony for leaving the scene of a fatal May pedestrian crash that claimed the life of Jose Rodriguez. The JetX High-Voltage Loop: The North Dakota PSC officially approves a major utility permit for the JetX electricity transmission line stretching from Jamestown to Ellendale to safeguard regional power flow. Twins Complete the Texas Sweep: James breaks down a dominant 9-3 routing of the Rangers, fueled by a five-inning shutout performance from Joe Ryan and deep flies from Trevor Larnick and Brooks Lee. Local NHL Draft Triumphs: The show celebrates a spectacular first-round showing for regional hockey as two elite local prospects go back-to-back in the top ten: UND's Keaton Verhoff goes #9 overall to San Jose, and Wyatt Cullen goes #10 overall to Nashville. Spoodles the 32-Year-Old Parakeet: The hosts share a heartwarming report out of South Carolina, introducing "Spoodles," a pet parakeet officially verified by the Guinness World Records as the…

Welcome back to the Corwin Subaru Studios! In this Tuesday morning edition of Bonnie & Friends, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman are running on pure fumes after a wild night of severe weather violently shook the Fargo-Moorhead metro. Waking up to jagged, golf-ball-sized hailstones and late-night tornado sirens, the team tracks a chaotic storm system that left a trail of downed trees across Rose Creek and the Meadows. The sports desk is absolutely electric today, headlining a massive offseason shocker as the Minnesota Timberwolves trade fan-favorite Naz Reed for LaMello Ball. Jace and Bonnie also break down the first-round results of the NHL Draft and celebrate the Minnesota Lynx staying undefeated on the road. In regional news, they detail a lifetime sentence handed down for a South Fargo murder, the emotional demolition of Horace Mann Elementary, and a public warning regarding toxic algae blooms across North Dakota lakes. Finally, the studio chat takes a hilariously grotesque turn when Bonnie discovers Jace has lived in his bachelor pad for five years without ever cleaning his garbage disposal. Key Moments The Midnight Hail Storm: Bonnie and Jace recap the terrifying seven-minute barrage of ping-pong to golf-ball-sized jagged hail that hammered Moorhead and South Fargo, prompting the Red River Regional dispatch to trigger local tornado sirens due to a severe warning in Southern Clay County. South Dakota Wind Turbine Destruction: The team tracks the wreckage left by the same system earlier in the morning in Highmore, South Dakota, where straight-line winds topped an insane 130 mph, ripping roofs off buildings and completely toppling massive wind turbines. LaMello Ball is a Wolf: In a monumental NBA roster shakeup, Jace details an official blockbuster trade sending star center Naz Reed, a 2033 unconditional first-round pick, three pick swaps, and three second-round draft picks to Charlotte in exchange for point guard LaMello Ball. Local NHL Draft Triumphs: The desk celebrates a historic night for regional hockey as two elite local prospects go back-to-back in the top ten of the NHL Draft: UND's Keaton Verhoff goes #9 overall to the San Jose Sharks, and Wyatt Cullen goes #10 overall to the Nashville Predators. Life Without Parole: The legal ledger updates a major 2024 Fargo cold case, confirming that Leo Darto has officially been sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for the revenge-motivated shooting death of Simpson Blay. Farewell to Horace Mann: Onlookers gathered in North…

Welcome inside the Corwin Subaru Studios for a high-energy Friday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman kick off the weekend by tracking a brief weather reprieve before a blistering stretch of summer 90s hits the Red River Valley just in time for the 4th of July. The sports center is firing on all cylinders with massive roster shakeups, headlining a wild rumor sending LaMello Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves and a major preview of tonight's first-round NHL Draft. In local news, the team updates a critical downtown Fargo cold case arrest, a supreme court ruling on state term limits, and a nostalgic trip down memory lane exploring old school mall shoe sales and government cheese. Plus, the cast of a local theater production drops by the studio ahead of their big summer opening. Key Moments The LaMello Ball Trade Rumor: Jace breaks down a staggering NBA offseason rumor. The Timberwolves have reportedly discussed a blockbuster trade to acquire star point guard LaMello Ball from Charlotte in exchange for center Nas Reed, a 2033 unconditional first-round pick, three pick swaps, and three second-round draft picks. NHL Draft Night Breakdown: The team previews Round 1 of the NHL Draft tonight in Buffalo. The guys track top local prospects expected to go early in the first round, including UND defenseman Keaton Verhoff (the #4 overall prospect) and Wyatt Cullen (the #13 overall prospect). Breakthrough in the Holmes Case: Jace and Bonnie share critical legal updates following the arrest of 22-year-old J. Von Allen in Minneapolis. Allen faces formal charges of murder, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment in connection with last August's shooting death of Zeeam Holmes in downtown Fargo. Supreme Court Blocks Term Limit Weakening: The North Dakota Supreme Court has blocked a legislative ballot measure for November, ruling that lawmakers exceeded their constitutional authority by trying to weaken the voter-approved initiative that limits legislative terms. Welcome to the Kit Kat Club: Rising stars from the West Fargo Summer Arts Intensive drop by the studio to promote their upcoming production of Cabaret. Actors Emma, Berry Jr., and Austin discuss the intense four-hour rehearsal blocks and reveal that tickets officially go on sale today. The "Al Bundy" Mall Confessions: The show takes a hilarious turn into 1980s mall culture during the Coffee Club preview. Jace reminisces about his old retail gig measuring feet and selling women's footwear at a Thom…

Welcome back to the Corwin Subaru Studios for a jam-packed Friday edition of Bonnie & Friends! Hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman kick off the weekend by tracking a brief 76°F day before a blistering, consecutive string of summer 90s locks down the Red River Valley for the 4th of July week. The show is firing on all cylinders with seismic sports shakeups, headlining the Minnesota Timberwolves' blockbuster trade for LaMello Ball and a preview of tonight's first-round NHL Draft. In local news, the team updates a major downtown Fargo cold case arrest, a supreme court blocking of state term limit alterations, and upcoming metro community project openings. On a lighter note, Jace details a wacky European scientific study involving window-smeared Greek yogurt, Jace shares a copycat Wingstop corn recipe, and the duo unearths the underground history of 1980s government cave cheese. Key Moments Timberwolves Trade for LaMello Ball: Jace breaks down a shocking NBA draft-week trade agreement. In a massive roster shakeup, the Wolves have reportedly agreed to trade fan-favorite center Naz Reed, a 2033 unconditional first-round pick, three pick swaps, and three second-round draft picks to Charlotte in exchange for star point guard LaMello Ball. NHL Draft Night Prospects: Big Game James McCarty joins the desk to preview the 2026 NHL Draft kicking off tonight in Buffalo. The guys spotlight two elite local products heading for potential top-half first-round slots: UND defenseman Keaton Verhoff (ranked #4 overall) and USHL star Wyatt Cullen (ranked #13 overall). Fargo Cold Case Breakthrough: Bonnie shares critical legal updates following the arrest of 22-year-old J. Von Allen in Minneapolis. Allen faces formal charges of murder, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment in connection with last August's shooting death of Zeeam Holmes in downtown Fargo. Supreme Court Rejects Term Limit Adjustments: The North Dakota Supreme Court has officially blocked a legislative ballot measure for November, ruling that lawmakers exceeded their constitutional authority by trying to weaken the voter-approved initiative that limits legislative terms. The Window Yogurt Cooler Hack: Jace highlights an eccentric scientific experiment conducted by Dr. Ben Roberts in the UK. The study verified that painting plain, 10% fat Greek yogurt onto home windows can create a solar-radiation film that cools a house by over six degrees during extreme heatwaves. The Underground 1980s Cave Cheese: Jace takes a nostalgic trip into federal agriculture policies from the late 1970s and 80s, revealing how the US…