I began my radio career in North Platte, NE (KAHL) in July 1974. From there it was Burlington, CO (KNAB). Clinton, MO (KDKD), Omaha, NE (KFAB), Rochester in 1983-90, then Rapid City, SD (KKKMK & KKLS) for almost 9 years. In fall 1999, I came back and have been at KROC AM ever since! Thank you for listening! I graduated from Richfield High School ('71) and went to the University of Minnesota and Brown Institute in 1973. My wife Nancy and I have been married since 1979 and we have three great kids, Scott, Tim and Kaitlyn. Two awesome grandkids (Zoey and Jack) keep us hopping. I'm a huge Gopher fan and have been since I was old enough to know better in 1959. I love any pro team from Minnesota. I am the P.A. announcer for the Rochester Honkers, an occasional announcer for the local high schools, help out at Apollo Liquor, and do some "medical acting" at Mayo Clinic.
Rich Peterson
What Impact Could Health Care Reform Have in Rochester?
Health Care, Obama Care, Trump Care, I don’t care what you call it, just bringing it up will create an often times heated discussion.
Council ‘Levels the Playing Field’ for Cab Drivers
It's been a year since Uber, the ride-sharing business, first approached the Rochester City Council about starting up its business in Rochester. It's up and running now along with another ride-share company, Lyft.
A recent article in the Minneapolis Star-Tribune revealed how these ride-sharing companies have hurt the traditional cab companies up in the metro...
Gophers Reap the Rewards of a Great Season
Last season, the Minnesota Gophers didn't have a chance for post season accolades. This year there's almost not enough room!
Gophers Streak Ends in Madison
MADISON, Wis. -- Maybe it's a mental thing. No matter how well the Gophers are playing, when the team heads to Madison, they just can't get over the hump.
Badgers 66, Gophers 49. The last time the U beat Wisconsin there was 2009.
DNR Seeks Fee Increases to Support Increased Demand
(KROC-AM) -- 2016 was a busy year according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. There was a record number of visitors that utilized the state’s parks and trails system.
Because of that, the DNR is asking for fee increases to support the increased demand for parks and trails maintenance and services.
A Team Effort Brings Down a Wanted Man in Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) -- It was a standoff of sorts in Rochester last night involving the Minnesota State Patrol, the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit and the Rochester Fire Department at the 75th Street bridge over the Zumbro River.
Oooooh My Aching Back!
So we made it through the last blizzard of the season (?). Around ten to twelve inches of wet snow with an icy crust on top. But how'd your back do?
Seven Injured in Six Car Crash South of Owatonna
.Geneva, MN (KROC AM News) - A six-vehicle, chain reaction crash occurred Saturday morning on an icy stretch of Interstate 35 near Geneva Township, south of Owatonna in Steele County.
How Does Olmsted County Handle Illegal Immigrants?
One of the many hot button issues surrounding the Trump administration is his tough stance on illegal immigration. Protests have popped up all over the country, including right here in Rochester.
With the reported enhanced rules coming down, we've started to hear stories about "roundups" of illegal immigrants in some cities...
Bear Creek’s Wine Event Is Coming Up
A great fundraiser for one of the great non-profits in this area is coming up on March 3. It’s the Bear Creek Services “Wines of the World” event at the International Event Center, near the airport.
For those of you who are not aware of what Bear Creek Services in Rochester is all about, check out the Bear Creek Services website...