John Anderson

I was born and raised on the north side of Minneapolis. My first radio job was at a Mom and Pop radio station in Aitkin, Minn., where I had duties as the night DJ/janitor and went on to become Program/Sports Director for an AM/FM Combo. I took a break from radio work from 1993 to 2006. I then came here in December 2006 and moved up to afternoons in 2007. I later did early mornings from 2008-2013. I have hosted the morning news hours and done the midday show since then. I am a big Twins and Vikings fan. Basketball and football are my favorite sports to do play by play. I like fishing, especially ice fishing, and I spend a lot of time in playing the part of a 1840s buck skinner at various Rendezvous around the state. I enjoy talking to people about our stations so feel free to share comments.

Minnesota State Fair Manager Says ‘Rides Are Safe’

Minnesota State Fair General Manager Jerry Hammer wants to assure all those going to the Minnesota State Fair that the rides are safe.

Minnesota State Patrol Takes Third In National Cruiser Competition

The Minnesota State Patrol recently competed in the national Best Looking Cruiser Contest put on by the American Association of State Troopers.

Jesse James Bike Tour September 9

It happens rain or shine and put on by the Northfield Rotary Club. Riders of all ages and skill levels may participate in the family-friendly event. Bike tour participants have a choice between five routes varying in difficulty and distance (100, 60, 45, 30 and 10 miles), all of which will take riders through local, scenic areas including the lakes region of Rice County, the southern Minnesota tow

Update: 1 Person Dead, 1 Unaccounted For And 9 Injured At Minnehaha Academy

UPDATE: 1 person is now confirmed dead and 1 person is still missing after an explosion at Minnehaha Academy. 9 people were treated for injuries. The person killed is 47 year old Ruth Berg, 47, listed as a business office assistant on the school's employee directory...

Hormel: Not Just Spam Anymore

Hormel has always been known for, and probably will always be known for, coming up with Spam. Spam even has many varieties. But now for those people who are on the go a lot and want an inexpensive, delicious and healthy snack, you can now look for some snacks under their Natural Choice meats brand...

Hy-Vee Recalls Pizza

Hy-Vee Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling eight Hy-Vee brand pizzas that were sold at its six Minneapolis-area stores because they may contain undeclared soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products...

Is It Salad Or Dessert?

My colleague James Rabe recently asked the question, "Are Pop Tarts Ravioli." Well I got to thinking about some other things my Mom used to make, including what she called Jell-o salad. Now usually Jell-o was a dessert item. It was either plain or with a little whipped cream on top...

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for a good portion of southern Minnesota until 4AM. Large hail, damaging winds, frequent lightning, heavy rains are possible. A tornado can't be ruled out as well. Be prepared to move to a place of safety and relay severe weather sightings to local law enforcement...

Holiday Station Stores Sold To Canadian Firm

Holiday stations have a 90-year history with the state of Minnesota and the area, and now they will be owned by a Canada-based company. According to a KSTP report, a company based in Montreal called Couche-Card has purchased Holiday Stationstores Inc...

Search Continues For Predatory Offender

A Level 3 offender, once convicted of rape in Rice County, is wanted by authorities on other charges. Jabar Pedro Morarend, 45, of Albert Lea was charged in April with fleeing a peace officer. Methamphetamine and items related to a burglary were discovered at the time, according to the Faribault Daily News...