I was told I could no longer be an internet troll, so I figured radio was the way to go....now here we are. Kidding, of course. I do love to use Twitter though. I got started in radio because I love broadcasting high school sports...play-by-play is my passion. I am reminded quite frequently how talented the athletes are here in Southeast Minnesota. I grew up and currently live in Stewartville with my wife (yes, I have no idea why she married me) and our dog. I love the Twins, Vikings, Wild, Wolves, and Gophers and don't regret one minute of the heartbreaks it causes me I got my start in play-by-play by announcing my own games while playing Madden as a young child. You could say that my parents hated every minute of it, but hey it paid off! If you ever see me out and about, stop and say hello!
Luke Lonien
Commission on Judicial Selection Recommends Third Judicial District Candidates
The Commission on Judicial Selection announced its recommendation candidates to Governor Walz for consideration to fill a vacancy in Minnesota's Third Judicial District today.
Major Changes Made to Vikings Leadership After Back-to-Back Disappointing Seasons
The Minnesota Vikings have made two major changes to their leadership Monday morning.
New High School Basketball Rankings Show a New #1 From Southeast Minnesota
In the first rankings of 2022, a total of 20 teams from southeast Minnesota cracked the Top 20 including a new #1 in Class AAA Girls Basketball.
Civic Center Parking Ramp in Downtown Rochester to Open Wednesday Morning
Crews worked Tuesday to fix a heater in a skyway-level ramp lobby and repair the sprinkler system which was damaged when the pipes froze
Weather Closings and Delays For Wednesday, January 5th, 2022
Several schools in southeast Minnesota will be closed Wednesday.
UPDATED: Blizzard Warning Issued Tonight For Southeast Minnesota
The National Weather Service is warning of possible treacherous travel conditions tonight into tomorrow morning as snow and gusty wind conditions hit southeast Minnesota
Civic Center Parking Ramp in Rochester Closed Until Further Notice
The Civic Center Parking Ramp in downtown Rochester is closed until further notice, effective immediately.
MnDOT Hosting Open House For Highway 57 Project in Mantorville Next Week
Project partners and MnDOT staff will provide an overview of the proposed improvements
The 15 Most Viewed Rochester News Stories Of 2021
The year 2021 in Rochester was a year of famous owls, terrible tragedies, historic storms, unbelievable customer service, and city turmoil.
20 Area Teams Ranked in Last High School Basketball Rankings of 2021
20 area teams are ranked in the Top 20 of their respective classes in the latest High School Basketball rankings.
Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Partners with Crime Stoppers of Minnesota
The Olmsted County Sheriff's Office announced a 2022 partnership with Crime Stoppers of Minnesota as a way the public can safely come forward with information about crimes and criminals, anonymously.
Adventure Awaits on a Private Island When You Rent This Cozy Minnesota Cabin
You'll enjoy this cozy cabin that sits on a private island when you rent it on Airbnb.
HILARIOUS: Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Photo Recreation of a Classic Christmas Movie
The Olmsted County Sheriff's Office recreated a hilarious meme from a classic Christmas movie to spread some holiday cheer.
URGENT: Mayo Clinic Blood Center in Rochester in Critical Need of Blood Donations
The Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Center is in urgent and immediate need of O+ and O- donations. Their supply has reached critically low levels