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
What You Need to Know About Iowa’s Proposed Flat Tax Amendment
Iowa debates major tax overhaul with the proposed flat income tax. Republican legislators argue for uniform tax obligations for all residents regardless of income.
Purple Spring Invaders Wreak Havoc in Illinois and Iowa Fields
Learn about the invasive winter weeds henbit and purple deadnettle in Iowa, causing headaches for local farmers.
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.
Beauty Abounds in Western Iowa’s Loess Hills
The only other place in the world with a formation like this is China! Embark on an unforgettable journey and explore the beauty of Western Iowa at the Loess Hills State Forest.
This Hidden Gem Park in Eastern Iowa Offers Stunning Views & Bustling Wildlife
Explore Deere Dike Park in Dubuque. Wander along the easy flat gravel path and keep an eye out for otters, eagles, and other amazing animals that call this place home.
If You Live in Iowa, Make Plans to Visit this Nebraska Zoo and Aquarium
From lizards to gorillas and everything in-between; Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is truly one of a kind, and a perfect get-away from Iowa!
Funding for Iowa Wildlife Conservation on the Decline
Iowa's wildlife faces challenges as conservation funding decreases. The Chickadee Checkoff program allows taxpayers to contribute, yet donations have dropped significantly.
Muscatine Latest Iowa Community Hit With Layoffs
Zachry Industrial, a top provider of engineering and construction services, issues a WARN layoff notice for its Iowa facility. The decision, to downsize 46 employees.
Iowa Oil Spill Hits Waterway – Created by Fire at Auto Body Shop
In Glenwood, Iowa, an auto body shop fire led to an oil spill. Around 240 gallons of oil, including used oil and antifreeze, leaked into Keg Creek.
Daylight Savings Time in Iowa- When, How, & Why?
Love it or hate it, it's almost time to spring forward with Daylight Saving Time: Brighter Mornings and Longer Evenings Await Iowa.