Rich Peterson

I began my radio career in North Platte, NE (KAHL) in July 1974. From there it was Burlington, CO (KNAB). Clinton, MO (KDKD), Omaha, NE (KFAB), Rochester in 1983-90, then Rapid City, SD (KKKMK & KKLS) for almost 9 years. In fall 1999, I came back and have been at KROC AM ever since! Thank you for listening! I graduated from Richfield High School ('71) and went to the University of Minnesota and Brown Institute in 1973. My wife Nancy and I have been married since 1979 and we have three great kids, Scott, Tim and Kaitlyn. Two awesome grandkids (Zoey and Jack) keep us hopping. I'm a huge Gopher fan and have been since I was old enough to know better in 1959. I love any pro team from Minnesota. I am the P.A. announcer for the Rochester Honkers, an occasional announcer for the local high schools, help out at Apollo Liquor, and do some "medical acting" at Mayo Clinic.

Three Fatalities on Minnesota Roads Saturday

Saturday was a deadly day on Minnesota roadways with three fatalities and two others listed in critical condition.

To What Extent Can You ‘Stand Your Ground’ in Minnesota?

Olmsted County Sheriff Kevin Torgerson was asked about that from a listener Wednesday morning during his scheduled visit on Rochester's Good Morning with Rich Peterson and Kim David. The caller specifically wanted to know how far can you go, legally, when an intruder comes in your home...

Those Inventive Minnesotans

Mid America Nazarene University recently set out to find the most impactful invention from each of the 50 states in the U.S. There were some interesting discoveries. Did you know the surfboard was invented in Hawaii? Probably. The ski lift in Nebraska? Probably not. Minnesotans have contributed many inventions that have made our lives easier and longer. This study indicated the heart pacemaker

Davids Compares Governor Dayton’s Actions to Those of a Dictator

Minnesota State Representative Greg Davids called out Governor Dayton on KROC-AM in Rochester Wednesday morning, comparing his veto of funding for the legislature to a move one might expect to be made by a dictator. The Governor accused Republicans of forcing him to sign a tax relief bill, claiming they added a last-minute provision that would eliminate funding for the State Revenue Department if

Motorcycle Fatal Friday Near Faribault

There have been two fatalities already on Minnesota roads to begin the long Memorial Day weekend. According to the Minnesota State Patrol a single car wreck in Sherburne County near Big Lake took the life of an individual who's pickup left the road and rolled Friday afternoon around 3:45...

Who’s the Biggest Minnesota Sports Choker of All-Time?

Rolling Stone Magazine had an article naming who it thought were the "10 biggest chokers in sports history."

Update: Vessel Safety Check Move to Next Saturday

The Coast Guard Auxiliary will be conducting Vessel Safety Checks, but due to the cool, wet forecast it's been moved to next Saturday, May 27. It will still be near Wabasha at the Parkside Marina. It's for all vessels, but they're encouraging all paddle craft, as well, including canoes and kayaks...

Winona Vet on a Mission for Gold Star Families

Gold Star families who lost relatives in the Vietnam War, have often felt like the forgotten casualties of war; the stigma and controversy surrounding the war have prevented many of these families from even talking about it. Jim Crigler is on a mission to honor these families...

Rochester Lourdes Drumline Places in World Championships

The Rochester Lourdes Drumline had a very successful weekend at the WGI Drumline World Championships held this past weekend in Dayton, Ohio. The local musicians earned a 15th place finish! That's an excellent place to finish, considering the division in which they competed, Independent A division, included many competing bands with college-aged drummers...

A 200-Year-Old Book Gives Insight to Fort Snelling Life

The Minnesota Historical Society was the recipient of a nice addition recently, a 200-year-old book that dates to 1826-1827, providing some interesting insight into the early history of Minnesota.