I’m a proud life-long resident of the Northland: Born and raised on the Iron Range, I’ve lived in the Twin Ports all of my adult years. I enjoy the fact that we get to enjoy all four seasons and I love the natural beauty that our area provides. I’m worked for the company that owns KOOL 101.7 since 1993 and I enjoy the fact that no two days are ever the same. Although you hear me on the radio during the mid-day shift, my main role is Production Manager for our stations – writing and producing the commercials you hear. I’m married with one son. In my spare time (what is that?) I enjoy cooking, collecting records (primarily classic country), studying history and politics and being involved in the community on a variety of boards and committees.
Steve Tanko
Updated Open-Dates For Minnesota Historic Sites + Museums
Get updated details on the opening dates for many of Minnesota's popular historic sites and museums.
Superior OK’s Snow Removal Equipment For School-Route Sidewalks
At their most-recent meeting, the Superior City Council voted in the affirmative, clearing the path towards purchasing sidewalk snow removal equipment.
MNDOT Unveils 2021 Road Construction Projects
It'll be a busy year for work crews with the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The state agency just announced their slate of road construction projects that are on the schedule for 2021 and it's impressive in both scope and scale
I-35 Bridge + Ramp Inspection Closure Updates For April 19-22
A series of day-long, temporary ramp closures are planned for April 19-22 in Duluth.
Next COVID-19-Related Shortage: Ketchup Packets
Pandemic supply and demand issues have created a shortage of ketchup packets.
Wisconsin Lawmaker Aims To Move Loggers To Interstate Highways
A proposal by a Wisconsin lawmaker would move the logging trucks off local roads to the interstate and also make them less-pollutant along the way.
Shopko Building In Duluth Has A New Owner
The former Shopko building in Duluth has been sold to a new owner.
Superior Offers Seasonal Boat Launch Passes
The City of Superior is offering their seasonal boat launch passes for sale at a variety of different locations
City Of Superior’s Annual Spring Cleanup Happens May 3 – 28
Get the details about the annual spring cleanup pickup in Superior.
I-35 / I-535 Ramp Closures For April 5
Officials with the Minnesota Department of Transportation are working to get the word out that a routine bridge inspection will bring about a temporary ramp closure for the I-35 corridor in the Twin Ports.
‘All Kids Bike’ Coming To Duluth Public School Kindergarten
A grant application could equal more kids on bikes in the Northland.
MNDOT’s Floodwood Rest Area To Close Permanently April 5
An ownership transfer will result in the permanent closure of an area rest stop.