Steve Tanko is a life-long resident of the Northland. He was born on the Iron Range and has lived in the Twin Ports all of his adult years. He first started working for the company that owns this radio station in 1993. Although you hear him in the afternoons on KOOL 101.7, his primary role for the company is Regional Production Manager - writing and producing the commercials you hear. He's married with one son. In his free time, Steve enjoys cooking, collecting records (primarily classic country), and studying history and politics. He is also very involved in the community, volunteering time for a variety of boards and committees.
Steve Tanko
Superior Fire Department Changes Hiring Policy To Attract More Female Applicants
The Superior Fire Department is changing its hiring policy to attract more female applicants for its open positions.
Maple School Board Decides Against Second Grade Consolidation Decision
The Maple School Board voted to change its original decision to consolidate Iron River second graders to Northwestern Elementary. The board went with other cuts instead.
Superior City Clerk Loses Appeal Over Letter Of Reprimand From The Mayor
Superiors City Clerk lost her appeal against a letter of reprimand from the Mayor, following a five hour public hearing.
One Of Minnesota’s Favorite Beers Forced To Change Its Advertising Slogan
Following a complaint by its main competitor, one of Minnesota's favorite brands of light beer is being forced to change its advertising slogan.
Superior Rape + Kidnapping Suspect Previously Charged For Possessing 200 Pounds Of Marijuana With Intent To Distribute
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Discovery Of Indigenous Human Remains Stops Work On Duluth’s Twin Ports Interchange Project
Work on parts of Duluth's Twin Ports Interchange Project have been halted after the discovery of indigenous human remains. MNDOT has no update on timelines.
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St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services is looking for six volunteers to serve on the Mental Health Advisory Council to help shape county services.
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As Superior extends terms with the largest customer at its landfill, it raises bigger questions about how high garbage rates will go for residents once the site closes.
UW-System To Raise In-State Tuition Costs For The First Time In Ten Years
The University of Wisconsin-System is lifting its ten-year tuition freeze, deciding to raise in-state costs.
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