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 School District Shares Initial Consolidation Plans
The Superior School District outlined their potential consolidation plans at a recent public meeting. One of three plans will be chosen to fix an upcoming $4 million budget shortfall.
Can I Eat Meat On St. Patrick’s Day During Lent? Some Minnesota + Wisconsin Catholics Get Dispensations
Every six years or so, St. Patrick's Day falls on a Friday during Lent. That poses a problem for practical Catholics. So can you eat Corned beef? We have the answer.
Wisconsin Substance Abuse Center Guilty Of $2 Million In Medicaid Fraud
A federal judge has found a Wisconsin substance abuse center and it's practitioner guilty of more than $2 million in fraudulent Medicaid billing charges.
Bernicks Comes To Terms With City Over Superior Property’s Potential Contamination Needs
The City of Superior and Bernick's have come to an agreement over any potential cleanup costs associated with the north end property sale.
Traffic Stop Results In Large Wisconsin Meth Bust, $120K Of Drugs Seized
A routine traffic stop netted 'one of the largest' meth seizures in Wisconsin history. Authorities confiscated nearly $120K in drugs - five pounds worth.
Recall Details For Geisha Shrimp Sold At Walmart Including Minnesota + Wisconsin
A recall has been issued for Geisha canned shrimp, which is sold in a variety of stores including Walmart. Swelled, leaking, and bursting cans are the concern.
MNDOT Launches Trip Planner App Connecting Rural Minnesota Transit Services
MNDOT is using a pilot program to link travel and route information from smaller public transit agencies in Minnesota into the Transit app.
Minnesota State Fair Makes History: First Woman Named General Manager
For the first time in almost 30 years, the Minnesota State Fair has a new General Manager. And, it's history in the making with the first woman in that role.
9th OWI Charges For Superior Man Following February Traffic Stop
A February traffic stop resulted in a Superior man being charged with his 9th OWI offense.
Energizer Closing Two Of Its Wisconsin Battery Manufacturing Plants, Tells Employees In Interesting Way
Energizer will close two of its Wisconsin battery manufacturing plants, outsourcing operations to operations outside of the United States.
Thomas The Tank Engine Returns To Duluth’s North Shore Scenic Railroad This Summer, Boarding From Two Harbors
Thomas The Tank Engine returns to the Duluth area this summer, boarding out of Two Harbors. The North Shore Scenic Railroad is moving stations to ease tourism.
Maple School Staff Cuts Foreshadow Superior School Districts Upcoming Budget Crisis
The Maple School Board approved $575K in cuts in a move many see as foreshadowing what the Superior School District will need to do to meet their $4M shortfall.