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
I-35 Ramp At Hwy 7 To Close For Four Weeks – Starting September 9
Drivers in Pine County will experience a month-long closure of some ramps related to I-35.
St. Louis Cty Looks For Feedback On Short-Term Rentals
In an effort to make sure that these short term rental properties are managed in the best way possible - and - to assure that their is oversight on them to ease neighboring owners minds, St. Louis County is looking at its zoning ordinances.
I-35 Ramp Closures Happen September 9+10
A variety of ramp inspections and surveys will necessitate closures at two different ramps along I-35 next week.
Superior Committee To Discuss Proposed Central Flats Development
It's taken almost twenty years, but the long-vacant former site of Central High School in Superior might finally be seeing some development.
Oliver Bridge To Close September 11 For Inspection
An annual inspection of the Oliver Bridge will bring a complete closure of the roadway.
Downtown Duluth Farmers Market Happens September 3
The next Downtown Duluth Farmers Market happens Tuesday, September 3 - from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, in Lake Superior Plaza
I-35 Lane Closures Start September 3 For Twin Ports + Willow River
Two different road projects - both affecting different parts of I-35 - kick off on Tuesday, September 3.
MNDOT District 1 Freight Plan Open House Happens September 4
The Freight Plan for District 1 of the state (which covers the region we live in) will be presented at a public meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 4 at the MNDOT Headquarters on Mesaba Avenue
Labor Day Weekend Road Project Updates
Get updates about the road construction projects that await on the highways this Labor Day Weekend.
MNDOT Rolls Out Speed Limit Changes For Highway 73
One of northern Minnesota's main highways is about to see some speed limit changes.
Superior: Columbus Day Is Out; Indigenous Peoples Day Is In
An old holiday has a (new) even older name in Superior.
MN + WI Rank Middle Of The Pack For Daily Computer Use
To be fair: The Northland is pretty average when it comes to daily computer use. But the daily totals are still surprising.