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 morning 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
Superior City Clerk Released On Administrative Leave, Faces Potential Civil Service Charges
The Superior City Clerk who lost her appeal against a letter of reprimand from the Mayor has been placed on Administrative Leave and faces potential civil charges.
New Meat Market Opens In Duluth At NERCC Providing Jobs For Inmates
The Northeast Regional Corrections Center has opened a new retail market in Duluth, selling meat processed on their 3,200-acre working farm and staffed by residents.
National Guard Sign Ups In Wisconsin Off By 50-Percent, Worse Than National Declining Average
The Wisconsin National Guard has a recruitment problem. New sign ups are off for the second consecutive year. They anticipate they'll miss their goal by 50 percent, which is worse than the national average.
Wisconsin Legislators Seek To Extend Medicaid To New Moms For One Full Year After Birth
Wisconsin lawmakers are looking to extend Medicaid health coverage for new moms from 60 days to one full year after giving birth. The legislation currently has bipartisan support.
Frozen Strawberry Recall Details – Sold At Aldi, Costco, Other Stores In Minnesota + Wisconsin
A voluntary recall has been issued for frozen strawberries sold at a variety of stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin including Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe's.
Lane Closures For I-35 In Duluth Scheduled For March 24-26
A series of weekend lane closures will affect drivers in Duluth along I-35 within the Twin Ports Interchange project March 24 through March 26.
Minnesota Cracks Down On Catalytic Converter Theft With New Law Requiring ID Numbers For Scrap Sale
A new Minnesota law goes into effect this summer, making it harder for criminals to sell the catalytic converters they steal off of vehicles.
Nurse Staffing Bill Advances Through Minnesota Legislature, Would Establish Review Committees At Every Hospital
The Minnesota Legislature has advanced two bills that would require every hospital in the state to establish nurse staffing review committees.
Eveleth Drug Bust Suspect In Country Illegally, Faces Deportation
A drug bust in Eveleth has resulted in charges for two individuals. One of the suspects was in the country illegally and faces deportation.
St. Louis County ‘Retires’ COVID-19 Dashboard – Signaling The End Of A Chapter, Here’s A Look Back With Statistics
As we approach the three year mark - and with three consecutive months of low case levels - St. Louis County has retired their COVID-19 Dashboard. They also offered some interesting local statistics.
Duluth Mall Roof Collapse Forces Relocation Of St. Louis County Auditor Service Center
The roof collapse at the Miller Hill Mall in Duluth has forced the temporary relocation of the St. Louis County Auditor Service Center location.
Fed Halts Death Penalty Sentence For Minnesota Man Convicted In Dru Sjodin Kidnapping + Murder
The U.S. Attorney General reversed an earlier decision, deciding instead to not seek the death penalty for the Minnesota man convicted in the Dru Sjodin kidnapping and murder.