11/16/23: The studio is full again for another week of NFL picks. We have Joel Heitkamp, Jack Michaels, Tom Szymanski, Robbie Daniels, and Ryan Janke all making their picks for the upcoming games. 

11/16/23: The studio is full again for another week of NFL picks. We have Joel Heitkamp, Jack Michaels, Tom Szymanski, Robbie Daniels, and Ryan Janke all making their picks for the upcoming games.

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.

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program on KFGO in Fargo, North Dakota where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day in the upper Midwest region. From politics to public service announcements to sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.

Week 11: Pick 'em or Stick 'em

05/04/26: Mary Dolan from Nelson Auto in Fergus Falls, MN joins Joel Heitkamp to talk about Fergus Falls Native, Chris Tungseth, on American Idol. 

May 6 will be Chris Tungseth Day in Fergus Falls!


When Chris makes Top 3 on American Idol (with your help!), American Idol will bring a production crew to Fergus Falls and the city will host a Hometown Hero event that includes a parade and concert from Chris on May 6. The theme of the day will be Red, White and Blue.

(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.)

05/04/26: Mary Dolan from Nelson Auto in Fergus Falls, MN joins Joel Heitkamp to talk about Fergus Falls Native, Chris Tungseth, on American Idol.&nbsp;
May 6 will be Chris Tungseth Day in Fergus Falls!
 When Chris makes Top 3 on American Idol (with your help!), American Idol will bring a production crew to Fergus Falls and the city will host a Hometown Hero event that includes a parade and concert from Chris on May 6. The theme of the day will be Red, White and Blue.
(Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, &ldquo;News &amp; Views,&rdquo; can be heard weekdays from 8 &ndash; 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)

Mary Dolan encourages you to vote for Fergus Falls Native on American Idol, Chris Tungseth

05/04/26: State Senator Braunberger serves as the Minority Caucus Leader, representing District 10 in Fargo. Now, Ryan is running for North Dakota Secretary of State. He joins Joel Heitkamp to talk about why he decided to run, his goals for the office, 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.)

05/04/26: State Senator Braunberger serves as the Minority Caucus Leader, representing District 10 in Fargo. Now, Ryan is running for North Dakota Secretary of State. He joins Joel Heitkamp to talk about why he decided to run, his goals for the office, 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, &ldquo;News &amp; Views,&rdquo; can be heard weekdays from 8 &ndash; 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)

State Senator Ryan Braunberger is running for ND Secretary of State

05/01/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Allison Slavik with Travel Travel to chat about KFGO's upcoming trip to Scotland and Ireland. You’ll tour ancient castles, see breathtaking landscapes,
and visit vibrant cities. Cruise the mysterious waters of Loch Ness, savor whisky in the Highlands, and explore Dublin’s irresistible charm.

Learn more and book your spot at TravelTravelGroup.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.)

05/01/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Allison Slavik with Travel Travel to chat about KFGO's upcoming trip to Scotland and Ireland. You&rsquo;ll tour ancient castles, see breathtaking landscapes, and visit vibrant cities.&nbsp;Cruise the mysterious waters of Loch Ness, savor whisky&nbsp;in the Highlands, and explore Dublin&rsquo;s irresistible charm.
Learn more and book your spot at <a href="https://www.traveltravelgroup.com/tour-scotland-ireland-with-kfgos-joel-heitkamp/">TravelTravelGroup.com!</a>
(Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, &ldquo;News &amp; Views,&rdquo; can be heard weekdays from 8 &ndash; 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)

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