Andy Gott is the Brand Manager and co-host of the KXRB Morning Show "Andy and Christine in the Morning", which can be heard on weekdays from 6-10 am on KXRB and the KXRB Mobile App. He has worked in radio for 17 years, at stations in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota. Andy is an avid sports fan and roots for the Iowa State Cyclones, Chicago Bears, and Chicago Cubs. He has been with KXRB for nearly four years and currently lives in Sioux Falls but will always call Iowa "home".
Andy Gott
Exploring Minnesota’s Otherworldly Black Sand Beach
The Land of Ten Thousand Lakes is known for many things, but black sandy beaches likely aren't one of them. However, there is one majestic black beach tucked away in Minnesota, and here's how you can find it:
How Many Landfills are in Iowa? More Than You Think
There are currently 2,622 landfills in operation in the U.S., with California having the most at 118. The top three states with the most trash per capita are Michigan, Indiana and Illinois. And while Iowa is much farther down the list, it has more landfills than you might think.
Remembering Wonderland: Minnesota’s First Amusement Park
Not only did it have all of the traditional things you would expect out of a theme park from its day, but it also had an exhibit that was a bit of a head-scratcher, although it was quite popular at the time.
This Tiny Iowa Town is Ranked #1 for Corruption
It's a town of fewer than 1,000 people but it's been dubbed the "Chicago of the Great Plains".
This Pocket-Sized Minnesota Town is Growing Faster Than Any Other
With a thriving economy, strong school system, and affordable housing, it's no surprise to see this town rise to the top.
How a Tree Wound Up in the Middle of a Desolate Iowa Road
The next time you're out for a joy ride in western Iowa, be on the lookout for this one-of-a-kind traffic obstruction.
Welcome to the ‘Trailer Park Capital’ of South Dakota
While there are plenty of spots to find mobile homes on the South Dakota map, only one city can claim the crown of 'Trailer Park Capital' of the Mount Rushmore State.
The Top 10 Most Polluted Towns in All of Iowa
This is a recent look at cities and towns in Iowa with the worst air quality at present, according to the website, IQ Air. And a few of the places on this list might seem quite surprising.
Fading Fast: Minnesota’s Fastest Shrinking City Revealed
The state's fastest-shrinking city was once thought to be one of the most promising. However, due to a variety of factors, its population is currently dropping at a staggering rate.
South Dakota’s Pocket-Sized Gem. Finding the Smallest Town in SD
The smallest community in South Dakota has only three residents and is located around 4 hours from the Sioux Falls Metro.