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News & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day. From politics to public service announcements and sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.
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- Today28 min
Jim Shaw and Joel Heitkamp go over primary election results
06/10/26: KFGO Columnist Jim Shaw joins Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio to break down North Dakota primary results, including the Mayor of Fargo and Measure 1, and they also share their thoughts on some national primary races. (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.
- Today15 min
Josh Boschee joins Joel in the KFGO studio after being elected mayor of Fargo
06/10/26: State Sen. Josh Boschee declared victory Tuesday night in a crowded five-way race to become Fargo’s next mayor, as voters also shook up the city commission and overwhelmingly approved an infrastructure tax extension. Boschee, a Democrat-NPL lawmaker representing Fargo’s District 44, secured nearly 47% of the vote. He comfortably outpaced his closest challenger, City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg, who finished second with 27% of the ballots cast. Read more 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.
- Yesterday31 min
Actor Stephen Tobolowsky from Groundhog Day, Freaky Friday, and more is in the KFGO studio
06/09/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Mr. B and actor Stephen Tobolowsky to talk about their upcoming event at the Fargo Theater. You know him as Ned Ryerson in Groundhog Day, but also as Mr. Bates in Freaky Friday and Freakier Friday, the amnesiac Sammy Jankis in Chris Nolan’s Memento, and “Captain of the Guard” in Spaceballs. Learn more about the Thursday event and book your tickets at the Fargo Theater's website. (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.
- Yesterday7 min
Learn about getting your own solar panels from Holsen Solar
06/09/26: Ben Holsen with Holsen Solar joins Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio. (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.
- 2 days ago7 min
ND State Rep. Alisa Mitskog speaks to her campaign, natural gas, fertilizer, and more
06/08/26: Alisa Mitskog serves in the North Dakota State Legislature representing District 25 out of Wahpeton. (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.
- 2 days ago17 min
ND Senate Majority Leader David Hogue sponsors Measure 1 on the primary ballot
06/08/26: David Hogue is the Senate Majority Leader in the ND Legislature, representing District 38 out of Minot. He joins Joel Heitkamp to talk about why he helped sponsor Measure 1 regarding constitutional amendments. (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.
- 5 days ago24 min
ND State Superintendent Levi Bachmeier joins News and Views
06/03/26: Levi Bachmeier is the state school superintendent and administrator of the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction. He was appointed by Governor Armstrong in October 2025. He joins News and Views to talk about his reelection campaign for State Superintendent. (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.
- 5 days ago16 min
Tony Gehrig hopes to get back on the Fargo City Commission in next week's election
06/05/26: Tony Gehrig is hoping to reclaim his seat on the Fargo City Commission. Gehrig served on the commission from 2015 to 2022. He joins Joel on "News and Views" to address some controversy around his campaign and discuss the city budget and specials. (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.
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News & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day. From politics to public service announcements and sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.
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