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
Unbelievable Christmas Light Show
I've seen some pretty impressive Christmas light decorations in my lifetime but never anything that even comes close to this.
You may have seen this on ABC-TV's 'The Great Christmas Tree Light Fight'. The Johnson family lives in San Antonio, Texas and for the past couple of years they have put up a Christmas light show that is not your traditional light show...
Vanna’s Wardrobe Malfunction
Vanna White had a wardrobe malfunction the other night on 'Wheel of Fortune'. But unlike Janet Jackson at the Super Bowl many years ago, this one was completely G-rated.
See if you can spot the blooper.
If you missed it, her long blue dress actually snagged one of the prop gifts on the big board set and she gracefully dragged it along as she revealed the letters...
Singing Serves Up Super-Sized Smiles
People that work the late-night shift at a fast-food drive-thru probably think they've seen just about everything. But I doubt they've ever encountered anything quite like this.
An extremely talented acappella group decided to spread some Christmas cheer to a group of workers...
Lego Cookie Icing Machine Is Sweet
Christmas is almost here and that means two things at our house. Lego's and cookies. Let me elaborate.
My youngest son loves Lego's (come to think of it, my oldest son still loves them too) and it pretty much dominates about 90% of his Christmas wish list this year...
Fun Facts About Beer
The second annual 'Rochester On Tap' event is Saturday (Dec 12th) at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester. There are two sessions. The first is from 1p-4p and the second is from 6p-9p. Sample over 100 different craft and import beers from all over the U...
Scheels Santas On The Run 5K Run/Walk Is Saturday
The organizers of the Med City Marathon and Med City Fall events are excited to announce the SCHEELS Santas on the Run. The inaugural running of the SCHEELS Santas on the Run 5k run/walk will be held this Saturday December 12th 2015 at 8am...
Christmas Tree Tips From The Pros
Have you put up your Christmas tree yet? If you're using a real one this year, the Tree Care Industry Association has shared a few tips on selecting, securing and setting up a Christmas tree in your home:
Before you head out to the tree lot, measure the height of the ceiling in the room where you want to display the tree...
Rochester’s Shop With A Cop Program
The Rochester Police Activity League announces the 11th annual Shop with a Cop program. Shop with a Cop is organized by the Rochester Police Activity League (PAL) and with support from local sponsors helps make the holiday season a little more bright for area students and families in need...
Red Kettle Challenge Matches This Weekend
The Rochester Salvation Army has received confirmation of the first Red Kettle challenge matching donations for the 2015 campaign.
This Gift Is Much Better Than Toys
There's something magical about watching a child's face light up at Christmas time. And while many kids are looking forward to opening up their presents and getting video games, Legos, dolls or Star Wars toys, some kids may be hoping for something even more meaningful...