Jay Roberts
The Drive Home with Jay Roberts
Born and raised in St. Paul, Jay Roberts began his radio career in Mankato, MN, with stops in Minneapolis (93.7 The Edge, 92 KQRS, and Zone 105), Northern Michigan, West Central Minnesota, and nationwide on a syndicated radio network. He’s passionate about the music, and our communities. When not on the air, Jay enjoys hunting & fishing, boating, exotic cars, and chasing severe storms. Jay and his wife and daughter also enjoy volunteering and supporting various non-profit organizations, and is an advocate for organ and tissue donation.
Born and raised in St. Paul, Jay Roberts began his radio career in Mankato, MN, with stops in Minneapolis (93.7 The Edge, 92 KQRS, and Zone 105), Northern Michigan, West Central Minnesota, and nationwide on a syndicated radio network. He’s passionate about the music, and our communities. When not on the air, Jay enjoys hunting & fishing, boating, exotic cars, and chasing severe storms. Jay and his wife and daughter also enjoy volunteering and supporting various non-profit organizations, and is an advocate for organ and tissue donation.
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6.19.2025
See you at Summer Jam!
Summer is officially here! Perfect timing for summer weather and Summer Jam! The first ever Summer Jam! It promises to be loaded with great music, great food, great people and a ton of fun. Remember it’s going to be 🔥HOT🔥 this weekend. Be sure to stay hydrated and stay out of direct sunlight if possible. […]
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06.19.25
See you at Summer Jam!
Summer is officially here! Perfect timing for summer weather and Summer Jam! The first ever Summer Jam! It promises to be loaded with great music, great food, great people and a ton of fun. Remember it’s going to be 🔥HOT🔥 this weekend. Be sure to stay hydrated and stay out of direct sunlight if possible. […]
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06.18.25
Uh oh, Mosquito!
So, it seems like we are now in the thick of prime mosquito season. Historically, I would get bit by a mosquito, smash it, and move on. The itching would start usually later that day and would continue until I scratched the bite open, it would bleed, scab over, and then heal. It has been […]
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06.13.25
Cheapskate or DIY Enthusiast?
Let me state for the record that there is a difference between being a cheapskate, and merely wanting to save money. I often talk about that when I talk about our Big Deals store on our website. Saving money is always a good idea because after all, who has too much money? I certainly don’t. […]
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06.10.25
A/C Season!
Ok so it’s not officially summer yet. But it’s been warm enough for me to kick on the air conditioning in the car. Do you know how to use your car’s A/C system properly? Most vehicles have a recirculation button as part of their A/C controls, but many people aren’t sure when to use it. […]
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06.07.25
Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
With Father’s Day approaching on June 15th, shoppers are searching for the perfect way to show Dad appreciation. This year’s trending gift categories reflect a blend of practical everyday items, tech innovations, and personalized touches that make fathers feel truly valued. Tech and gadgets continue to dominate Father’s Day wish lists in 2025. From smart […]
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05.14.25
Has A.I. Gone Too Far, Too Fast?
These days, AI is everywhere. Artificial intelligence technology is used in so many different areas of our daily lives, sometimes we don’t even know it’s being utilized. The most basic form is your virtual assistant on your phone, like Siri and Alexa. Those can be super helpful and convenient. There’s also artificial intelligence system systems […]
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05.08.25
History Has Been Made!
For the first time in history, an American has been elected Pope, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is the 267th pope, and will be known as Leo XIV. In the coming days, weeks, and months, we will learn more about Pope Leo and what he will bring to the […]
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05.05.25
Everything You Need To Know About REAL ID
What is a REAL ID? A Wisconsin REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or ID card has a star in the upper right corner. Standard non-compliant cards are marked “NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES.” When You Need a REAL ID Starting May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL ID-compliant form of identification (or alternative like a passport) to: […]
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04.28.25
It’s Here…
Just a couple of weeks ago was Severe Weather Awareness Week. The National Weather Service created it so people can learn about severe weather and put an action plan in place in the event of severe storms. Well, that time has come! As broadcasters, we may sound like a broken record at times, with the […]
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04.17.25
Support Local!
It’s the reality of our every day, wanting to get the best deal. Many people shop online for the convenience and (in many cases) the cost savings. Often times this means the money you spend leaves our local economy and goes to other places. Most of us want to support our local economy as much […]
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04.14.25
“I Could Pass With Flying Colors”
Or so I thought! I have been driving for over 32 years. In that time, I have shown that I’m a pretty good driver. Being a pretty good driver probably means that you know the rules and regulations of the road, right? Well, not so fast. What you think and what you actually know are […]
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04.09.25
Do you do this??
For as long as I can remember, I have been a fingernail chewer. When you think about it, it is actually really disgusting. And, somehow, I am a germ fanatic at the same time. I know they say that some people chew their fingernails because they are anxious. For me, it must be a subconscious […]
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