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
Your Guide to Viewing the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse in Illinois
Calling all astronomy enthusiasts! Carbondale, IL is the place to be to see a once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024.
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Partnership between Wisconsin DNR and MADD promotes safe snowmobiling and raises awareness about impaired operation.
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