Steve Tanko is a life-long resident of the Northland. He was born on the Iron Range and has lived in the Twin Ports all of his adult years. He first started working for the company that owns this radio station in 1993. Although you hear him in the afternoons on KOOL 101.7, his primary role for the company is Regional Production Manager - writing and producing the commercials you hear. He's married with one son. In his free time, Steve enjoys cooking, collecting records (primarily classic country), and studying history and politics. He is also very involved in the community, volunteering time for a variety of boards and committees.
Steve Tanko
Eric Clapton Adds Minnesota Stop At Xcel Energy Center To His Limited 2023 Tour
Eric Clapton has announced a Minnesota stop for this limited 2023 tour - marking his first appearance in the state in 14 years.
Solon Springs Closes School Building Due To Snow + Roof Worries
Heavy snow and sagging trusses have caused the closure of the Solon Springs school while contractors and engineers work to fix the problem.
Superior Police Add ‘Honesty’ To Job Description To Prevent Doubt In Criminal Cases
The Superior Police Department has added a pledge of 'honesty' to the job descriptions of their sworn officers. The change has legal consequences behind it.
Superior City Clerk Released On Administrative Leave, Faces Potential Civil Service Charges
The Superior City Clerk who lost her appeal against a letter of reprimand from the Mayor has been placed on Administrative Leave and faces potential civil charges.
Superior High School Victim Of Active Shooter ‘Swatting’ Threat
Police investigated a phoned-in report of an active shooter at the Superior High School. The investigation determined it was a hoax, a so-called 'swatting' incident.
New Meat Market Opens In Duluth At NERCC Providing Jobs For Inmates
The Northeast Regional Corrections Center has opened a new retail market in Duluth, selling meat processed on their 3,200-acre working farm and staffed by residents.
National Guard Sign Ups In Wisconsin Off By 50-Percent, Worse Than National Declining Average
The Wisconsin National Guard has a recruitment problem. New sign ups are off for the second consecutive year. They anticipate they'll miss their goal by 50 percent, which is worse than the national average.
Wisconsin Legislators Seek To Extend Medicaid To New Moms For One Full Year After Birth
Wisconsin lawmakers are looking to extend Medicaid health coverage for new moms from 60 days to one full year after giving birth. The legislation currently has bipartisan support.
Minnesota Cracks Down On Catalytic Converter Theft With New Law Requiring ID Numbers For Scrap Sale
A new Minnesota law goes into effect this summer, making it harder for criminals to sell the catalytic converters they steal off of vehicles.
Nurse Staffing Bill Advances Through Minnesota Legislature, Would Establish Review Committees At Every Hospital
The Minnesota Legislature has advanced two bills that would require every hospital in the state to establish nurse staffing review committees.