I grew up in southern Minnesota near the town of Austin. There I worked for a video production company, and my love for video just grew from there. I attended St. Cloud State University majoring in Mass Communications. After graduating in 2011, I moved to Duluth to take a job as a director at The Northlands Newscenter. I spent three years there, and finally decided that it was time to move back to St. Cloud, and that is how I ended up here at Townsquare Media. Outside of work I enjoy fishing, riding motorcycle, playing bass guitar, and camping with my family.
Joshua Akkerman
The Weekender: Comedian Greg Fitzsimmons, McCartney Tribute, & More
This weekend you can catch the musical works of legendary Paul McCartney at the Pioneer Place as part of the Harmony, Peace, and Love series. If your looking for some great comedy head down to Mystic Lake Casino to catch Greg Fitzsimmons and Gabe Noah.
Dolphin TV’s Zakia Aden is an All-Star Student
This week's All-Star Student helps set up for the morning announcements every school day. She either helps run the camera, or sits up to the microphone to do the reading, which happens to be her favorite part. From there Dolphin TV is streamed to the rest of the students via their smart boards in the classroom.
Construction Begins at the Paramount Theater
The old seats at the Paramount Theater are being removed in place of more seating. The work will cause 9th/10th Avenue between 1st Street S. and 1st Street N. to be reduced to one lane. Paramount Theater's Executive Director Bob Johnson spoke about the work being done at the theater.
The Weekender: Emmy Award Winning Show Plus a Duo Back Together
This weekend features the Emmy Award winning Choo-Choo Bob show coming to St. Cloud. Plus, the popular duo of Dan Preston and Deanna Paulzine is back together after a several year hiatus, and much more.
Minnesota State Fair Announces Free Stage Entertainment
The Free Stage Entertainment has been announced for the Great Minnesota Get Together. There is plenty to chose from including yearly favorites to new acts hitting the stage. The Minnesota State Fair kicks off on August 27th.
A Passion for Baseball, Dominic Austing is an All-Star Student [VIDEO]
This week's All-Star Student is a senior at Cathedral High School. He is a pitcher and second baseman with the Crusaders Baseball team, and is looking forward to ending the season the way they did last year. This ball player is also looking forward to continuing his baseball career right here in St. Cloud.
The Weekender: Happy Days, Music, & Art
There's a little bit of a drive to see Happy Days: A New Musical, but it's worth it to see the popular TV series come to life. Join The Fonz and the rest of the gang as they try to save their local hangout. As for here in St. Cloud, Aimee Lee pays tribute to The Carpenters with other musicians, and The Wild Spirit Band hits the stage.
Students Talk Diversity at Chalk Talk Art Display [VIDEO]
Chalk Talk works with students from diverse backgrounds to address social issues, as well as helping students get to know each other. Their artwork from the one day workshop is on display at the St. Cloud Public Library. Some of the Becker students spoke about their experience.
Three More Acts Announced For Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
Three more acts have been announced for the Grandstand Concert Series at the Great Minnesota Get Together. Patti LaBelle, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Garrison Keillor will all have shows this summer.
A Year Round Hockey Player, Spencer Bertram is an All-Star Student [VIDEO]
This week's All-Star Student loves every single activity he's a member of, especially hockey. Spencer Bertram also battles Celiac Disease, but he doesn't let it slow him down. His sister says she admires her little brother for what he does.