From Grid to Grit: Storms, Schools and Saving North Dakota (07-21-25)

Kevin and Alex bring the heat (and the lightning) in this packed edition of the Need to Know Morning Show. With severe storms rolling through the region and power grid alerts flashing, the guys dig into energy policy, federal overreach, and why North Dakota needs to double down on independence.

From local school board showdowns to national headlines, this episode is high-voltage talk radio with a pulse. Expect sharp takes, listener calls, and more than a few laughs as the duo covers the stories that actually matter.

⏱️ Standout Moments:

⚡ Grid on EdgeKevin breaks down the MISO energy emergency alert,

 

Kevin and Alex bring the heat (and the lightning) in this packed edition of the Need to Know Morning Show. With severe storms rolling through the region and power grid alerts flashing, the guys dig into energy policy, federal overreach, and why North Dakota needs to double down on independence.

From local school board showdowns to national headlines, this episode is high-voltage talk radio with a pulse. Expect sharp takes, listener calls, and more than a few laughs as the duo covers the stories that actually matter.


⏱️ Standout Moments:

[00:05:10]Grid on Edge
Kevin breaks down the MISO energy emergency alert, and why the Midwest’s reliance on wind and solar could be a recipe for disaster.

[00:12:24] 🌪️ Storm Damage Stories
Alex reads out listener messages about downed trees, smashed windshields, and community cleanup across the Red River Valley.

[00:18:03] 🏫 School Board Firestorm
The Fargo School Board is back in the spotlight — the duo discuss the latest pushback against member Seth Holden and “woke policy creep.”

[00:33:15] 🎙️ Caller Check-In
Longtime listener “Doug from Horace” weighs in on energy independence and whether ND leaders are doing enough to protect the grid.

[00:49:50] 🏛️ EPA Overreach?
Kevin dives into new Biden administration regulations and what they could mean for oil and gas producers in the state.

[01:07:08]Morning Wrap-Up
Alex recaps listener comments and previews tomorrow’s show — teasing updates on school policy and possible grid escalation.

 

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