I was born in Duluth, Minnesota and raised on Steve Martin comedy records and Jello Pudding Pops, the latter was responsible for my Jabba The Hut Phase in 6th grade. My only surviving schools are Grant Elementary (Go Grizzlies!) and UMD (Go Bulldogs!), having attended both Washington Junior HS (Go artsty apartment building!) and Duluth Central HS (Go...Condos?! ). Radio has always been in my life with my dad programing WGGR and later doing The David John & Granny Show for WDSM. My first job in radio was in college with John Michaels and a fun crew at KZIO, where I learned a lot, and I have stayed in it ever since. Working with the amazing staff at B105 is only topped by all the cool listeners I get to meet along the way. It's always fun to be at events and meet everyone. You may also find me playing volleyball, bowling or running the Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon or random 5Ks. If you do, make sure to say hi and we can grab a beer together.
David Drew
Cloquet Community Clean Up Encourages Productive Walks
It's a great way to get outside, get exercise, practice social distancing and beautify our cities. I think every Northland community should do this!
GeoPDF Maps Will Help Prevent You From Getting Lost Outdoors
While we are all asked to stay home, one thing we can do is get out and enjoy the outdoors. The Minnesota DNR has a handy app to prevent you from getting lost.
Minnesota Vikings Kick Dan Bailey Signs Three-Year Contract Extension
The Minnesota Vikings have hopefully ended their kicker drama for the next several seasons by signing current kicker Dan Bailey to a three-year contract extension.
UPDATE: Miller Hill Mall To Temporarily Close
Following an announcement of reduced hours, mall officials have decided to temporarily close the Duluth's mall.
DTA To Begin Offering Free Bus Service On All Routes
The Duluth Transit Authority has announced that they will begin offering free service on all remaining Northland routes.
Karl-Anthony Towns Donates $100,000 to Mayo Clinic for COVID-19 Testing
This will ultimately help Mayo Clinic increase its COVID-19 testing capacity from 200 per day to over 1,000 in coming weeks.
MnDOT Postpones All Public Meetings and Open Houses
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is postponing all public meetings and open houses to protect the public during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Saint Fennessy 4K Has Officially Been Cancelled
Another event has been cancelled out of COVID-19 concerns.
NCAA Announces No Fans Allowed For Tournaments, Including Hockey
The NCAA has major tournaments coming up, including men's and women's basketball and hockey. This year will be like no other as fans will not be allowed into the games due to COVID-19 concerns.
UWS Announces COVID-19 Plan, Including Suspending Face-To-Face Classes
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is reacting to the spread of COVID-19 with an abundance of caution, including extending spring break and suspending face-to-face classes. Their full, bold policy is here.