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
Jif Peanut Butter Prompts Additional Product Recalls In Minnesota + Wisconsin
The nationwide Jif Peanut Butter recall has prompted a variety of other recalls on products that use it as an ingredient.
Minnesota + Wisconsin Governors Push For A Gas Tax Holiday
A growing group of largely upper Midwest Governors have banded together to push for a federal Gas Tax Holiday as a means to the record prices consumers are seeing at the pumps
New Wisconsin Law Bans Cellphone Use Near Accidents
A newly-signed law makes it illegal for Wisconsin drivers to use their cellphones near a highway crash site.
Kraft Pays People $20 To Not Use Cream Cheese Due To Supply Issues
Just when you think our pandemic, supply chain-ravaged world couldn't get any worse - or stranger - comes this: Kraft Foods is paying people to not use their Philadelphia cream cheese product this holiday season.
What Minnesota Delicacy Is America’s Least Favorite Christmas Food?
A website devoted to providing "Christmas tips, tricks, and traditions" recently surveyed Americans about their tastes when it came to "iconic Christmas meals, dishes, and desserts".
MNDOT Urges Caution During Pedestrian Safety Month
The Minnesota Department of Transportation offers driving and walking tips to create awareness during National Pedestrian Safety Month.
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.
Bagged Kale Recall Affects Multiple Brands
A voluntary recall effort for bagged kale is currently expanding, including a variety of different brand names.
Why Are There So Many Wild Turkeys In Minnesota + Wisconsin?
The wild turkey population is on the rise in Minnesota and Wisconsin leading to increased interactions on roadways and property.
Late Summer Is Peak Disease-Carrying Season For Minnesota Mosquitoes; Here’s How To Protect Yourself
They're not only annoying, they can be deadly.
Mosquitoes are often called "Minnesota's state bird". While their population tends to be more dormant at the start of the season, there's usually a dramatic rise in their numbers towards the back-half of the summer - often overnight. Th...