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
Amazon To Build Distribution Center In Woodbury
Details have been released about the Distribution Center Amazon is building in Woodbury, Minnesota.
Escalator Injuries On The Rise Due To COVID Fears
A surprising correlation to the COVID-19 Pandemic: Escalator injuries are on the rise.
Wisconsin DNR Slashes Wolf Quota, Season Could Be In Jeopardy
It's a reversal in numbers that could be a moot point if a pending lawsuit is successful.
MNDOT Promotes Better Health With Walk To School Day
It's a focus built around one day - but the hope is that the event will instill lifestyle changes in our young kids. Walk To School Day is October 6. Have you ever walked to school, uphill, both ways?
Things To Do To Your Drought-Damaged Lawn This Fall
2021 has been quite a year - especially here in the Northland. Besides an ongoing pandemic, we've also battled record drought conditions locally - with our region way behind on average rainfall amounts.
That lack of rain and water has caused problems for a lot of people in many different w…
That lack of rain and water has caused problems for a lot of people in many different w…
Here’s How Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule Works
Get the details about how Minnesota's Cold Weather Rule works.
Wisconsin Dairy Sets World Record For Longest String Cheese
A dairy in Wisconsin recently set an unofficial world record for the longest piece of string cheese.
Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About Pumpkin Spice
Even if you're maxed out on the whole phenomenon, here are some surprising things you didn't know about pumpkin spice.
MNDOT Closes Season Rest Areas For The Season
With that change in season comes the annual closure of the Minnesota Department of Transportation's so-called "seasonal rest areas".
Signs That Summer Is Over In Minnesota + Wisconsin
It's over before it even starts - or at least it seems that way. Living in our part of the country, we embrace the four seasons but forgive us if we are especially partial to the summer months. Maybe it's because we spend the majority of the year living in less-than-ideal weather conditions; summe…