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
All-Way Stop Planned For 40th Avenue West + Michigan Street
Help is on the way for a busy intersection that has only seen increased traffic due to the current detour situation on I-35.
Project Blue Light Happens January 24-31
The week of January 24, public health staff from eleven counties and tribal public health departments will join together - asking businesses and individuals to light up the exterior of their home or business with blue lights.
Duluth Reopens Washington Center Gym For Rentals
The City of Duluth is sharing that the Washington Center Gym has reopened for rental use with COVID-19 regulations and protocols in place.
Superior Public Library Building Re-Opens To Public January 18
The Superior Public Library will be re-opening its doors (again) to the general public on Monday, January 18.
Maurices Building Sells For $15-Million
The building that's home to Maurices corporate office has been sold according to financial news sources - and at a price considerably less than what it was built for just four years ago.
St. Louis County Makes Sure COVID Priority 1A Individuals Get Their Vaccines
As the St. Louis County Public Health department moves through its third week of administering COVID-19 vaccines to people who are in the highest-priority group, it's reaching out to make sure that no one gets missed or overlooked.
Judge Rejects Wetlands Permit For WI-MI Border Mine
A Michigan judge has rejected the wetlands permit for a company that wants to mine for gold, zinc, and copper near the Wisconsin-Michigan border.
Brighton Beach Closure Will Last Two Weeks
A popular stop along Lake Superior - no matter the season - will be closed for a little while. The City of Duluth is alerting the general public that Brighton Beach will be closed to vehicular traffic starting Monday, January 11.
St. Louis County Preps Third Round Of COVID Relief Assistance
More relief is in sight for operators of small businesses and non-profits in the Northland.
Facts About The John A. Blatnik Bridge
The Twin Ports is home to two major communities that are geographically separated by the St. Louis River: Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin. To get back and forth, there are two major bridge structures connecting them - the older Blatnik Bridge and the newer Bong Bridge...
Greyhound Bus Line Offers Free Rides To Runaways
Greyhound is offering free bus rides home to runaways.
St. Luke’s Offers Rapid Antigen Testing With Same-Day Results
St. Luke's has added another tool to its arsenal of response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.