Tom Drake has been working in radio since 2010 in the Dubuque Market where he's been keeping people company in the afternoons and taking care of local audio production. He graduated from Wartburg College where he played Soccer and was active in music. In fact, he spent the early part of his 20’s as lead singer of the rock band Beyond The Silence; opening up for touring bands like Caroline's Spine, Royal Bliss, Saving Abel, Bobaflex, Smile Empty Soul, My Darkest Days, Sevendust, Buckcherry, Live, and many others. Tom stays active in the community by coaching youth soccer, and actively hikes with his family. He is an avid soccer fan supporting Manchester United, but also follows the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bulls, and Chicago White Sox.
Tom Drake
Iowa’s Severe Weather Awareness Week: Preparing for Nature’s Fury
Find out how Dubuque, Iowa is preparing for Severe Weather Awareness Week, focusing on promoting safety and readiness for thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flash floods.
Reynolds’ Education Agency Overhaul in Iowa Sparks Controversy and Revisions
Governor Reynolds proposes significant changes to Iowa's Area Education Agencies (AEAs), focusing on special education services. Read about the revised proposal.
Iowa is Known for Its Quirky Fair Events – Here Are My 5 Favorites
Iowa fairs are truly celebrations that showcase our rich agricultural heritage, community spirit, and some of the "hillbilliest" events known to man (yes, I made up a word).
Who’s Got the Top Hot Dog in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin?
The best hot dogs in every state showcase iconic flavors, from Chicago's Superdawg, to Cedar Rapids' Flying Wienie. Discover your favorite Tri-State hot dog.
Biologists Working to Stop the Catastrophic Spread of a Rare Strain of Rabies to Iowa & the Midwest
This discovery has triggered a rapid emergency response, with wildlife biologists converging on the Midwest from as far as Vermont and New Hampshire.
Wisconsin, Illinois Make the List of States You’re Most Likely to Be Attacked by Wildlife
A recent study named the top 20 states you are most likely to be attacked by wildlife, and the most deadly animals were kind of surprising.
Halestorm, Black Stone Cherry, Rock Back Waters Stage This Saturday
Halestorm and Black Stone Cherry Rock Back Waters Stage This Saturday August 12th, 2023
Illinois is the 8th State to Ban Specific Gun Advertising
Illinois legislature takes action with House Bill 218 to curb youth-targeted firearm advertisements, aiming to address gun violence concerns.
Iowa DNR Warns the ‘Zombie Deer Disease’ is Expanding Across the State
Iowa faces escalating Chronic Wasting Disease spread, raising fears for deer population and hunting industry. Here's how you can slow the spread.
Classic Mopars Roaring into Dubuque at the End of August
Dubuque Hosts the 27th Annual Mopars on the Mississippi Car Show and Swap Meet Sunday Aust 27th at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds. Classic cars, swap meet, music, food, drinks, and family fun.