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
Tyson Chicken Recalls Frozen Chicken Strips
Better check your freezer again; another food-related recall has been issued - this time for Tyson frozen chicken strips
Superior Street Project Restarts April 8
Year two of the three year project to rebuild Superior Street in downtown Duluth is about to kick off, ushering in the summer road construction season.
French River Bridge Replacement Scheduled For 2020
Officials with St. Louis County are making plans for the replacement of the 98-year old bridge that crosses the French River along the North Shore Scenic Drive/Highway 61. The work is expected to begin in 2020.
MNDOT Program Gives High School Students Real-World Skills
A recent move by the Minnesota Department of Transportation has given valuable real-life skill training to some high school students.
City Of Superior Schedules Free Landfill Days In April + May
The annual free landfill days for Superior residents is coming up - offering an opportunity for a little spring cleaning!
MNDOT Holds Can-Of-Worms Project Meeting March 25
The Twin Ports Interchange Reconstruction Project - the rebuild for the so-called "Can Of Worms" intersection - will take place 2020 through 2023.
City Of Superior Closes Recreational Trails Due To Spring Thaw
Just like the opening of certain sections of the recreational trail system signals the beginning of the winter season, their closure also foreshadows the change to warmer seasons.
Shopko To Close Remaining Stores – Including Duluth
It's the end of an era for upper-midwest retail shoppers.
What Does National Weather Service Mean By ‘Areal’ Flooding?
What is "areal" flooding? Is it a typo or a grammar mistake?
St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans Trend This Week On Twin Ports Instagram Feed
Check out what's trending this week on the Duluth-Superior Instagram feed.
Blatnik Bridge Replacement To Happen In 2028
After first being discussed about two years ago, officials with Minnesota Department of Transportation have added the replacement of the Blatnik Bridge into their ten-year plan - focusing a completed-by date of 2028 at an estimated cost of $460 million dollars.
Butterball Ground Turkey Recalled – Possible Salmonella Contamination
If there's Butterball Ground Turkey in your freezer, you'll probably want to check the dates and product code.