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
Duluth Ranks High In National Survey Of ‘Best Places To Work In Manufacturing’
The City of Duluth was recently recognized in a national survey for being one of the "Best Places To Work In Manufacturing".
Minnesota Considers Clean Fuel Standard To Cut Emissions
It's billed as a "complementary policy" that would help the state transition people towards electric vehicles. The move towards a Minnesota Clean Fuel Standard was okayed by the Walz administration - directing state agencies to "determine if and how Minnesota should move forward with a CFS"...
City Of Duluth Is Looking For Snow Stompers To Help Pack Trails
The Parks and Recreation Division is looking for 'snow stompers" - people who volunteer their time to pack down trails, making them more accessible for users during the winter months.
Town Of Superior’s ‘Keep The Wreath Green’ Campaign Promotes Fire Safety This Holiday Season
Firefighters in the Town of Superior are conducting the 8th annual Keep The Wreath Lit Campaign to promote holiday fire safety.
Burger King Celebrates With 37-Cent Whoppers This Weekend At Duluth-Superior Locations
To celebrate the birthday of the Whopper, Burger King is offering them to customers for it's 1957 price: 37-cents.
St. Louis County Offers Property Tax Relief To Disabled Veterans; Deadline Coming Soon
Northland veterans could get a reduction on their property tax bill but the deadline for the program is coming soon.
MNDOT Brings Name A Snowplow Contest Back For 2021-2022
MNDOT is bringing back their 'Name A Snowplow' Contest for a second year of fun.
MNDOT To Present Alternative Options For Blatnik Bridge
A discussion about "alternative options" for the Blatnik Bridge project will be the focus subject at an upcoming public meeting, scheduled for Thursday, December 9.
Wisconsin Home Sales Up – But Supply Might Cost 2021 A Record-Setting Year
Like many things, it's good news and bad news - all at the same time. It's been a good year for real estate in Wisconsin; in fact, they're up over the same period last year. Many predict that state realtors will see one of their strongest years on record. But the lack of supply might prevent 2021 from finishing off as a banner year.
City Of Superior Adds GPS Tracking To Snowplows + Sanders; Live Map Available To Public
Here's a modern-era answer to one of the things Northlanders love to complain about in the winter: The City of Superior has added GPS tracking to their truck fleet.
New Owner For Duluth’s FOX-21; Duluth News Tribune’s Forum Communications Finalizes Purchase Agreement
One of Duluth's four major affiliated television stations has a new owner.
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About The City Of Superior
The City of Superior's proposed long range Comprehensive Plan includes a lot of facts about the community - many of which you probably didn't know before.