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).
Brent Ackerman
RPU Warns Of Utility Scams
Rochester Public Utilities has heard from customers that scam calls are being made to some RPU customers. RPU staff has collected information regarding the scam from customers to share with all RPU customers and the Rochester community.
The Scam- The caller says that they are a representative from your utility company and that you are past due...
Rochester Ice Hawks Military Appreciation Game Is Saturday (Nov 7)
The Rochester Ice Hawks invite you to their Military Appreciation Game this Saturday (Nov 7th) at 7:05p at the Rec Center. Admission is free to all Active Duty, Reservist, and Military Veterans, w/ proper I.D.
This years event includes a military presentation of our Nation's colors, ceremonial puck drop, static American Flag display outside the arena, and a Special Military Jersey Auction and Toy
Twins To Renovate Centerfield Seating
On the same day that Twins great Torii Hunter announced his retirement from baseball, the Minnesota Twins unveiled plans for some renovations of Target Field. The ballpark is just five years old, but the Twins have plans for a two-part centerfield redesign which will include new multi-level fan gathering spaces.
Elder Network Present Murder Mystery Fundraiser
Elder Network invites you to their most popular community fundraising event of the year. The Murder Mystery 'Sensational Speakeasy' takes place at the historic Plummer House in Rochester on Saturday October 24th and Saturday October 31st with performances at 6pm and 8:30pm...
New Rochesterfest Chair And Theme Announced
This past year, I had the honor of being the Rochesterfest Chairperson. It was an important year for the city’s annual festival as it transitioned to its new permanent home at Soldier’s Field Park. At a press conference this morning at the Government Center, Mayor Ardell Brede announced that Bob Nowicki will be the Rochesterfest Chair for 2016...
Open House Set For New Rochester Fire Station
The Rochester Fire Department is inviting the public to commemorate the grand opening of the City of Rochester’s new fire station #2 on Thursday October 15th, 2015. The open house will begin at 5pm with opening remarks by Fire Chief Greg Martin. Following remarks from public officials, tours of the fire station will be offered through 7pm.
Rochester Public Library Dropping Dewey Decimal System For Youth Books
In an effort to help children find the information they need, the Rochester Public Library is dropping the Dewey Decimal System for part of their collection.
“Instead of Dewey, we will have a whole-language system called Book Map,” says Head of Youth Services, Heather Acerro...
Empty Bowls Event Helps Channel One
The annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Channel One Regional Food Bank is taking place at the Rochester Art Center today (October 8th) from 11am until 8pm. Attendees enjoy a simple meal of soup and bread provided by top local restaurants and bakeries...
Fire Prevention Week: Do’s And Don’ts
This week (Oct 4-10) is Fire Prevention Week, a commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 and an opportunity to emphasize fire safety and preparedness.
The Rochester Fire Department has scheduled open houses this week as part of national Fire Prevention Week...
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda Won Powerball Jackpot
Another huge Powerball jackpot has been won...by someone else. Last night's $310 million winning ticket was sold at a gas station just south of Kalamazoo, Michigan. I could have won that jackpot if I would have just thought things through. Let me explain...
Ronald McDonald House Cans For Kids Day Is Saturday (Oct 3)
This Saturday (October 3rd) is another “Cans For Kids” Collection Day at the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester. All proceeds raised from this recycling event will directly support families with ill children, who call the Ronald McDonald House a “home away from home” while seeking medical care at the Mayo Clinic...
KROC-AM Celebrates 80th Anniversary
(The following story was written by TODD KOSOVICH who has assembled a collection of 80,000 radio broadcasts covering 1923 until today. He lectures regularly on radio history topics and is writing a book "Minnesota Radio Stations 1912 to 1962...
AP Sports Wrap From Saturday, Sept 26 2015
UNDATED (AP) — The New York Mets are National League East champions for the sixth time in their history, and the first since 2006.
Get Tickets to Jay Leno in Rochester for Just $20!
Legendary former late night talk show host and comedian Jay Leno is bringing his stand-up comedy show to Rochester this Friday night (September 25th) at 8pm at the Mayo Civic Center.
Leno hosted NBC's Tonight Show from 1992 to 2014. In the fall of 2009, he left the show to host a prime time show called The Jay Leno Show, also on NBC...