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 morning 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
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A voluntary recall has been issued for frozen strawberries sold at a variety of stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin including Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe's.
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The Minnesota Legislature has advanced two bills that would require every hospital in the state to establish nurse staffing review committees.
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A new Minnesota law goes into effect this summer, making it harder for criminals to sell the catalytic converters they steal off of vehicles.
One Of Minnesota’s Favorite Beers Forced To Change Its Advertising Slogan
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Work on parts of Duluth's Twin Ports Interchange Project have been halted after the discovery of indigenous human remains. MNDOT has no update on timelines.
Wisconsin Substance Abuse Center Guilty Of $2 Million In Medicaid Fraud
A federal judge has found a Wisconsin substance abuse center and it's practitioner guilty of more than $2 million in fraudulent Medicaid billing charges.
Recall Details For Geisha Shrimp Sold At Walmart Including Minnesota + Wisconsin
A recall has been issued for Geisha canned shrimp, which is sold in a variety of stores including Walmart. Swelled, leaking, and bursting cans are the concern.
MNDOT Launches Trip Planner App Connecting Rural Minnesota Transit Services
MNDOT is using a pilot program to link travel and route information from smaller public transit agencies in Minnesota into the Transit app.
History Making For The Minnesota State Fair: First Woman Named General Manager
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Energizer Closing Two Of Its Wisconsin Battery Manufacturing Plants, Tells Employees In Interesting Way
Energizer will close two of its Wisconsin battery manufacturing plants, outsourcing operations to operations outside of the United States.