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
Superior Mayor Cancels Spring Cleanup + Postpones Free Landfill Days
As part of the evolving efforts to confront the COVID-19 Pandemic, the City of Superior is cancelling the annual spring cleanup and postponing the scheduled free landfill days.
MNDOT Previews 2020 Road Construction Projects
The full-slate of road projects for 2020 has been announced by the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
MN + WI Rank High On US Census Response Rates
Both Minnesota and Wisconsin are tracking well with response rates for the 2020 U.S. Census.
E Second-Hwy 2/53 Project Starts April 6 In Superior
It's a project that's large in scope and big in the number of potential drivers it'll impact: The two-year project to repair Highway 2 and 53 (locally known as East 2nd Street) in Superior gets underway on Monday, April 6.
St. Louis County Closes Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Sites
St. Louis County has announced that they are temporarily closing two of their household hazardous waste sites due to the response to COVID-19.
MNDOT Postpones Open Date Of Seasonal Rest Stops
While the majority of rest stops located in Minnesota are open year-round, some are operated on a seasonal basis. MNDOT just announced the postponement of the opening date for the ones they operate on a seasonal basis.
Hwy 61 Culvert Repair Brings Lane Closures March 30 – April 3
Two separate culvert repair projects will bring lane closures along Highway 61.
St. Louis Cty Establishes Drive-Up Option For Vital Records
In order to facilitate requests for vital records, the St. Louis County Recorder's Office has established a drive-up option outside of the building
Duluth Pack Gear Makes An Appearance On TV Series Ozark
Look close and you'll see a familiar face (bag) in season three of the TV Show Ozark.
I-35 Alternating Lane Closures – March 30 – April 2
As part of their annual bridge flushing, MNDOT will be working along the I-35 corridor in the Duluth metro this week, with alternating lane closures happening March 30 though April 2.