It’s officially July and the Need to Know Morning Show crew — Kevin and Alex — are fired up for a week of sun, storms, celebrations, and straight talk! ☀️🌩️🎆
The forecast is steamy, the guests are passionate, and the giveaways? 🔥
Bridgette Readel calls in from Medora with an agriculture update, Beth Jansen gives us the lowdown on Bonanzaville epic (and free!) 4th of July event, and Sue Baron stops by to talk about birthday bags for homeless kids. 🎂❤️
Meanwhile, the crew breaks down CNN’s controversial app story, Senator Markwayne Mullin weighs in on Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” and the sports desk is buzzing with trades, signings, and Lynx pride.
📌 Standout Moments & Timestamps:
⏰ 0:00 — Show kicks off: July is here! Heat, humidity, and holiday vibes ☀️🎆
⏰ 4:00 — Weather preview for the 4th: “Mother Nature might bring her own fireworks”
⏰ 9:15 — Bridgette Readel checks in from Medora — energy, agriculture, and honey berries 🍯
⏰ 14:30 — Beth Jansen on Bonanzaville's free 4th of July celebration 🇺🇸
⏰ 23:40 — Giveaway time! 🎟️ Demo Derby + Gate passes for the fair
⏰ 28:15 — CNN’s ICE-tracking app controversy: Full coverage + hot commentary
⏰ 41:10 — Senator Markwayne Mullin says Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” will pass 💸
⏰ 46:20 — Pam Bondi calls out CNN: “That’s not free speech, that’s endangering lives”
⏰ 52:00 — Local shoutouts and how YOU can mess with the ICE app 😉
⏰ 55:40 — Sue Baron brings the heart ❤️ Birthday Bags project for homeless kids
⏰ 1:07:10 — Sports with Big Game James: Lynx 🔥, Twins ⚾, and NBA/NHL updates
⏰ 1:20:30 — Deano’s Three-Degree Guarantee: “I will not be wrong today!”
⏰ 1:25:00 — Sign-off & Final Thoughts: Don’t miss the fireworks... or the thunder