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02/23/24: Katrina Christiansen is running for US Senate and is an assistant professor of engineering at the University of Jamestown. She is challenging Republican incumbent U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer who will be running for re-election next year.  She joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about some recent polling numbers that look good for her campaign. She also talks about the differences between her and her opponent, her views on the Ukraine/Russia war, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/22/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Congressman Kelly Armstrong, who is also now running for Governor of North Dakota. They talk about the looming government shutdown, the impeachment inquiry, Burgum's recent endorsement of Tammy Miller, and more on "News and Views." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/22/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by the Fargo Police Chief, Dave Zibolski. Joel gets an update on the Police Academy from the Chief, as well as the status of the officers involved in the July 14 shooting. Chief Zibolski also touches on the recent shooting in Burnsville, MN.  Read more about the police investigation into a local fake ID operation at KFGO.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/21/24: Scott MacFarlane is a congressional correspondent for CBS News, reporting for all broadcasts and platforms, and has been covering Washington DC for almost 20 years. He joins Joel on "News and Views" for a conversation about the recent news regarding a man accused of lying to FBI about Hunter Biden claiming he got fake information from Russian intelligence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/21/24: Bill Rothman is with the Kilbourne Group and is the President of the Building Industry Association (formerly Home Builders Association). Bill and Joel talk about the upcoming Home and Garden show, new features of the event, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/20/24: Jen Pickett is the Recycling Coordinator for the City of Fargo, and Mary Aldrich is the Sales Manager at MinnKota EnviroServices. They join Joel in the KFGO studio for another conversation about what to recycle, where to find locations, and answer all of your questions around recycling.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/20/24: Current Fargo City Commissioner, John Strand, joined Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to announce his reelection bid. He says he’s been going back and forth about whether to run, but says it’s been an honor and privilege to serve the residents of Fargo. He says he tries to be a voice for the people who aren’t represented, and that’s why he’s seeking another term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/19/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined on the KFGO airwaves by State Superintendent, Kirsten Baesler. She addresses claims made from another candidate for State Superintendent regarding low test scores, teacher shortages, and more regarding North Dakota education.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Heitkamp has announced his candidacy for Superintendent of Public Instruction. He joins Joel Heitkamp on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel's niece, Stephanie, joins him to talk about their experience attending the Superbowl Parade as a mass shooting ensued.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Brent Hella, from ima Doctors, discusses healthcare policy, insurance challenges and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lindquist joins Joel Heitkamp with an update on his efforts and the challenges to get proper supplies.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.