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
MNDOT District One Construction Season Wraps Up For 2020
Just in time for the changing weather - as the season marches towards winter, the summer road construction season is wrapping up.
I-35/Can Of Worms Lane Closure Updates
Lane restrictions and closures will continue on I-35 near the Can of Worms. Here's an update on what's changing.
Placards Would Tag Nuisance Properties In Superior
The city's Public Safety Commission is considering placards for so-called 'nuisance properties" - those that see a reoccurring situations that involve a visit by the Superior Police Department.
Prestone Anti-Freeze Recall
A voluntary recall has been issued on a popular brand of automotive anti-freeze products
St. Louis County Starts Fall Property Appraisals With COVID-Protocols
St. Louis County property assessors will resume 'on-foot' visits to land parcels - albeit with social distance protocols and masks.
Superior Bus Stops To Get Overhaul; Solar-Power Part Of Plan
Superior's bus stops are about see improvements - including the installation of solar-powered lights.
Superior Public Library Offers Digital Newspaper Access Via Newsbank
The Superior Public Library is offering access to the online editions of newspapers - including local titles.
Great Value Organic Parsley + Herbes De Provence Recall
A variety of herbs commonly available at Walmart is involved in a voluntary recall effort. Red Monkey Foods, Inc. has chosen to recall their products containing organic parsley "out of an abundance of caution" as some of the bulk lot-supplies of that herb have been found to be potentially …
Southbound I-35 Late-Night Closure On October 21
Drivers who are out and about late on Wednesday, October 21 will need to know that the southbound lanes of I-35 near the Can-of-Worms will be completely closed for a few hours.
Superior’s Solar Garden Gets Green Light From Regulators
The plans to construct a solar garden in Superior have advanced as the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin okayed the project at a meeting on October 7
Douglas County Public Health Department Offers COVID-Trick-Or-Treating Tips
In advance of the Halloween holiday, officials with the Douglas County Public Health department have released a list of tips for parents and kids on how to trick-or-treat safely in a pandemic
Bagged Leaf Pickup Happens November 2-13 In Superior
Just as the seasons change comes the schedule for the annual fall bagged leaf pickup in Superior. This years schedule runs for two weeks - November 2 through November 13