News & Views With Joel Heitkamp

05/30/25: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from Colfax, ND, and is joined by Nancy Kelly to have a conversation about the available lots. Nancy also owns Labor Masters, and explains what they can do in our area.  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.

05/30/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Jeff Lassle from South Dakota for a conversation on President Trump's tariffs. A federal court ruled in favor of a permanent injunction that would block the global tariffs President Trump announced on “Liberation Day,” citing emergency economic powers. The ruling will also prevent Trump from enforcing the tariffs he placed on imports from Canada, China and Mexico earlier this year.  Jeff is the President and Chief Executive Officer of NexEra Materials Group, LLC based out of South Dakota. NexEra, the manufacturer of Cem-Rock planned to break ground on two new manufacturing facilities—one in Rapid City, SD, and another in Waycross, GA, but he's changed his mind on 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.

05/29/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Tyler Axness to learn more about his upcoming trip to Ballard’s Resort on Lake of the Woods for a fishing trip. Join Tyler from Monday, September 1st – Wednesday, September 3rd for an all-inclusive walleye getaway!  Please call 1-800-PRO CORK for more information and to book your reservation or visit BallardsResort.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.

05/29/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Adrian Smith, the General Manager of Harley Davidson of Fargo. Adrian tells us about the latest models, Full Throttle Thursday tonight, 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.

05/29/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by Thane Rosenbaum for a conversation on a federal court ruling to block some of President Trump's tariffs. Thane is a CBS News Radio Correspondent, novelist, essayist and law professor.  (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.

05/28/25: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from Eventide in Fargo, and is joined by Jon and Chris to talk about the benefits of moving into a senior living community like Eventide. Jon Riewer is the President and CEO of Eventide, and Chris Gilson is the Executive Director of Eventide Fargo. (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.

05/28/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the Fargo City Administrator, Michael Redlinger, to talk about the open house tonight where residents can hear from the finalists to be the next Fargo Fire Chief.  The City of Fargo is inviting community members to attend an open house event on Wednesday, May 28, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Commission Chambers at City Hall (225 4th St. N.) to meet the three finalists for the position of Fargo Fire Chief. The members of the Fargo City Commission have been invited so a quorum may be present. (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.

05/28/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the Voice of the Minnesota Vikings and Host of the Paul Allen show from 9-Noon on KFAN, Paul Allen. They talk about the upcoming Minnesota Vikings season and to announce KFGO's new seven-year agreement to continue being a Vikings affiliate.  (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.

05/27/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Minnesota State Senator, Rob Kupec, in the KFGO studio. Joel asks Senator Kupec about healthcare, public transportation, school lunches, 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.

05/23/25: Ahead of Memorial Day, Joel broadcasts from the Veterans Home in Lisbon, ND and is joined by our good friend, Bill Anderson.  (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.

05/20/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Melissa Sobolik, the CEO of the Great Plains Food Bank. Melissa is leaving to become the CEO of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank in Providence, RI. She has been with Great Plains Food Bank for 18 years, and has been CEO for the last 4. Her last day is July 11, 2025. (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.

05/20/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by State Representative Alisa Mitskog of Wahpeton to talk about the recent passing of State Representative Cindy Schreiber-Beck. Cindy was a Republican who represented District 25 where she was first elected to the North Dakota House of Representatives in 2014. She was most recently re-elected in 2022. Read the story regarding her passing 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.

05/20/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Jen Pickett and Mary Aldrich to talk about the recent clean-up weeks and answer your recycling-related questions. Jen Pickett is the Recycling Coordinator for the City of Fargo, and Mary Aldrich is the Sales Manager at MinnKota EnviroServices. (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.

05/19/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by former Fargo Broadcaster and KFGO Reporter, Al Aamodt, as well as Jack Zaleski, former Editor of the Devils Lake Daily Journal and The Forum’s editorial page. Joel talks with them about President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis, former North Dakota State Senator Ray Holmberg, credible reporting, 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.

05/16/25: Joel Heitkamp talks on "News and Views" after hearing from Laurie Levenson from Loyola Law School. The listeners text in questions and comments regarding birthright citizenship, and Joel shares his responses.  (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.

05/16/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Laurie Levenson, Law Professor at Loyola Law School, on "News and Views." Laurie is a Legal Commentator for CBS, CNN, ABC, NBC, BBC, and NPR. She’s also a frequent lecturer for State and Federal Bars regarding legal ethics, wrongful convictions, and criminal procedure.  She joins Joel for a conversation on the Supreme Court hearing arguments regarding birthright citizenship, as well as, the legalities of President Trump accepting a plane from Qatar.  (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.

05/16/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by the Fargo Police Chief, Dave Zibolski. The Chief takes calls and texts from the listeners, and talks about speeding, fines, and more on "News and Views." (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.

05/15/25: Fargo Fire Chief Steve Dirksen decided to move up his retirement. Originally planning to retire July 4, he now says his last day will be tomorrow, May 16th. He joins Joel Heitkamp at the KFGO studio to talk about his time in Fargo and as the Chief, and shares some stories from along the way.  (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.

05/15/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the Governor and former Congressman of North Dakota, Kelly Armstrong, on "News and Views." Joel visits with the Governor on a monthly basis, and today chats about the state legislative session and his thoughts on President Trump wanting a luxury plane from Qatar.  (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.

05/15/25: Dr. Thomas Ambrosio is a Professor of Political Science at NDSU. He is currently the advisor for the department’s Pre-Law program. Joel is joined by Dr. Ambrosio on "News and Views" to get his expertise on President Trump's visit to Qatar and deal with Syria.  (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.