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
August Brings Changes To Many MNDOT Road Projects
The summer road construction season is in full swing around the Northland with a wide variety of projects head "full-speed-ahead" towards fall. We're already in the month of August - and that brings a variety of changes to many of the ongoing projects
What Foods To Serve While Watching Baseball At Home
Food items you need to make sure your at-home baseball experience is as close to "being at the game" as you can get.
St. Louis County Plans Virtual Meeting For Glenwood-Snively Roundabout
A roundabout is proposed to be built at the intersection of Glenwood Street and Snively Road during the summer of 2022.
Bong Bridge Inspections Start August 10
Get the details about upcoming bridge inspections for the Bong Bridge.
Onion Recall Expanded To Product Ingredients; Affects Marketside Products From Walmart
The ongoing nationwide voluntary recall for red, yellow, and white onions distributed by Thompson International/Taylor Farms has expanded to include products that include them as an ingredient.
Pattison State Park Reopens Trails Damaged By 2018 Flood
Visitors to Pattison State Park in Superior can rejoice: parts of the trail system that were flood-damaged more than two years ago have been rehabilitated and are now reopen to the general public.
Add Campbells Soup To COVID-Related Shortages
Recently, consumers in some parts of the country have found it difficult to find some of their favorite varieties of canned Campbell's soup on the grocery store shelf.
Arlington Avenue + Arrowhead Road Intersection Closure July 31
A busy intersection in Duluth will be closed to traffic on Friday, July 31.
Low Water Pressure Reports From Duluth’s Western Neighborhoods
The City of Duluth is informing the general public that they are aware of a low or no water pressure situation in the western end of the city and they are actively working to repair the issue.
Blatnik Bridge Lane Closures Happen July 30
A one-day project by the Minnesota Department of Transportation will bring single lane closures to the Blatnik Bridge on Thursday, July 30.