Brent Ackerman

I am the Operations Manager for all six Townsquare Media-Rochester stations. I’ve been in Rochester radio since 1984. In that time I’ve been an on-air talent, Production Director, Music Director, Program Director and now Operations Manager. Radio is my passion. I enjoy working with on-air talent, designing and executing successful promotions with our sales staff and clients and making sure our stations are active in the community both on-the-air and on the streets. As a Rochester native, it’s been great not only to grow up in one of America’s best cities but to also raise my family here as well. I’m a proud dad of three terrific kids…Andy, Kelsey and Logan. My wife Laurie and I are also very involved in our community. In my spare time, I enjoy golfing, bowling, grilling and following my favorite Minnesota sports teams (still waiting on that first Vikings’ Super Bowl trophy).

Remember Minnesota’s Super Bowl Halftime Show? Ugh!

The Super Bowl is such a big event these days, that people tend to talk about the commercials and the halftime show almost as much as the game itself. Do you remember some of the past big halftime show performers? U2, Paul McCartney, Rolling Stones, Prince, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, The Who, Madonna, Beyonce, Bruno Mars and of course the infamous 2004 show with Janet Jackson & Justin Timbe

Harry Potter Celebration Returns To RPL

Wizards and witches are invited to mingle with muggles in February as the Rochester Public Library hosts the second annual Harry Potter Book Night. RPL’s Teen Library Council (TLC) created the event last year, with great success. Teen Librarian Sarah Joynt says the event ties in with other Harry Potter celebrations around the world...

Beat Cabin Fever With WinterFest XIV

Rochester WinterFest XIV is almost here! This annual event typically takes place during the first two weeks in February. This year's event runs January 28th through February 14th and features a wide variety of activities happening throughout the Rochester area...

Mark Cuban’s Advice to Powerball Winner

By now most everyone is aware that tonight's Powerball jackpot is worth over $1.5 billion!!! And despite the overwhelming odds against winning (1 in 292 million chance), many Americans will shell out at least two bucks to buy a ticket in hopes of beating the odds and becoming an instant billionaire...

Twins Winter Caravan Coming to Rochester

The Minnesota Twins Winter Caravan is coming to Rochester, Tuesday January 26th at 6 p.m. at the Kahler Grand Hotel’s Heritage Hall (20 2nd Ave SW, Rochester, on the subway level). Scheduled to appear: Twins announcer Kris Atteberry, Twins President Dave St...

Local Bands Wanted for Riverside Concerts

Riverside Concerts is seeking local bands/musicians to play the Thursdays On First and 3rd Music Festival and the opening slots at the Down by the Riverside Free Summer Concert Series. All musical genres will be considered. Original material is encouraged ...

Red Kettles Bring In More Than $400,000

The Rochester Salvation Army reached this first step toward its overall 2015 Red Kettle/Christmas goal of $1.075 million. A preliminary count of all kettle gifts found $401,160 entrusted, so far, to the kettles during the 35-day local campaign...

Best Way To Help Snow Plow Drivers

A major snow storm is on its way and the City of Rochester’s Public Works Department is getting the plows ready. The fleet consists of over 30 snow plows that work to clear 533 miles of road, 9.5 miles of alleys, and 544 cul-de-sacs within Rochester...

Diamond Pendant Donated To Salvation Army Is Up For Bids

Want to add some sparkle to your loved one’s Christmas while doing the most good? This stunning diamond heart pendant and matching earrings was donated yesterday to help the Rochester Salvation Army meet a generous kettle challenge...

Kids Given Choice: Gift For Themselves Or Someone Else

Sometimes Christmas can bring out a selfish and greedy side of some kids. (Gimme, gimme, gimme. I want, I want, I want). Yet there are others who don't have much and don't ask for much. They are just content and grateful for whatever they are given...