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Minnesota

Lincolnshire Splash Pad

Lincolnshire Splash Pad expected to open Thursday

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Miranda Johnson
The Rochester Parks Foundation raised over $37,000 from residents and businesses to support the Lincolnshire Splash Pad.

Minnesota

Final Day of Pine Island Cheese Fest

Final day of the Pine Island Cheese Festival off to strong start

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 12:13 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
After a busy weekend, the Pine Island Cheese Fest wrapped up today with many different events for people to participate in and watch, including a grand parade.

Minnesota

the community action group supporting people with disabilities forum

Quarterly forum held by the Community Action Group Supporting People with Disabilities

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 10:45 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The Community Action Group Supporting People With Disabilities held their quarterly forum Saturday and discussed transportation issues, legislation, and crisis response for those with disabilities.

Minnesota

Owatonna Police Department

Suspect identified in Owatonna homicide

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:34 PM CDT
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By Leah Pflaum
Owatonna Police Department has identified a suspect in the investigation of a homicide that occurred May 30, 2023

Community

Garage sale sign

Rochester citywide garage sale weekend kicks off

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:43 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Nearly 70 sales were signed up on the official Rochester citywide garage sale site, which includes a map.

Minnesota

Rochester Public Library Summer Playlist 2023

Rochester Public Library’s Summer Playlist program returns

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:30 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The campaign runs through August 31.

Community

Corvette Show

3rd Annual Memorial Day Weekend at Rochester Chevrolet

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 9:17 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The 3rd Annual Memorial Day Weekend Corvette show took place at Rochester Chevrolet on Saturday.

Community

Early morning fire in southeast Rochester

Crews respond to early morning fire in southeast Rochester

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 6:39 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
One person was treated for smoke inhalation and a minor cut but was not transported to the hospital. The cause of the fire is still unknown.

Minnesota

People going to Cascade Lake Beach

Rochester Parks & Rec announces opening dates of pools, beaches

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 2:22 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The beaches will open on May 27 and the Silver Lake Pool is scheduled to open on June 3, 2023.

News

Memorial Day

Chatfield students place flags at the veterans’ graves to honor them for Memorial Day

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:27 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Chatfield teacher says he is using this as a way to teach the students what it mans to be a citizen.
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Community

City of Rochester thanks local, state lawmakers for legislative session

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 3:12 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The City of Rochester sent out a thank you to lawmakers and their colleagues from across the state as the 2023 legislative session closed on Monday.

Minnesota

State legislature awards Olmsted County $23M through bonding, cash bills

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 1:37 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Olmsted County will be working closely with its partners at the state to finalize plans for each of these initiatives.

Minnesota

‘Think Bank Down by the Riverside’ band lineup announced

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 8:45 AM CDT
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By Miranda Johnson
Down by the Riverside is a free, public outdoor music festival held on Sunday evenings in downtown Rochester along the banks of the Zumbro River.

Community

Soldiers Field is no longer a designated historic landmark

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 10:25 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The historic preservation commission will meet Tuesday to review modifications to the local historic inventory after announcing their recommendation Monday.

Crime

Shots fired incident leads to high-risk traffic stop outside of Lourdes High School

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 9:56 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
A potential shots fired incident led to a high risk traffic stop outside of Lourdes High School this afternoon.

Minnesota

Special Olympic athletes participate in southeast Minnesota regional track meet

Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 12:56 PM CDT
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By Sawyer McElroy
More than one hundred Special Olympic athletes participated in various track and field events, including walking, running , jumping, and throwing events at the southeast Minnesota regional track meet Sunday.

Minnesota

2nd Annual Women’s Expo hosted by Rochester Fire Department

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 7:38 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The 2nd Annual Women's Expo hosted by Rochester Fire Department happened on Saturday. Women ages 15 and up could participate in the free event.

Minnesota

Wellness Event in Rochester Hosted by Rochester Clinic and Lotus Health Foundation

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 7:36 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
This joint event of Let's Walk Minnesota, Walk with a Doc, Move with the Mayor and Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease is hosted by Rochester Clinic and Lotus Health Foundation. Today's event was held at the Homestead in Rochester.

Community

Stay-Out-of-the-Sun Run raises awareness for skin cancer

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 10:49 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Local organizers take part in walk for melanoma awareness

News

Man driving tractor for Parkinson’s Disease awareness stops in Rochester

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 10:44 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Man makes a nearly 1800-mile journey to raise awareness for, and money, to fight Parkinson's disease

Making an Impact

MAKING AN IMPACT: Organization helps guide people from prisons to communities

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 5:18 AM CDT
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By Kelsey Marier
POISD was formed in 2020. The nonprofit helped a formerly incarcerated Rochester mother successfully reenter society.

Minnesota

CUB Foods opening another store in Rochester

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 1:43 PM CDT
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By Miranda Johnson
It will be a new 80,000 square foot store located at the northeast corner of Scott Rd. NW and Commerce Dr. NW.

Community

Governor’s Fishing Opener to come to Mankato this weekend

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 6:35 PM CDT
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By Aaron Stuve
The stage is set for the Governor's Fishing Opener to come to Mankato this weekend.

Minnesota

Over 200 people participated in the 6th Annual Color Run/Walk/Stroll in Stewartville on Saturday

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 7:58 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
It was a “blast of color” Saturday morning at the 6th annual Color Run/Walk/Stroll in Stewartville. The event was open to all ages with both kids, adults, and even some canines participating.

Minnesota

Paws and Claws Humane Society 2023 Pet Walk raises over $30,000

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 7:16 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Despite the threat for rain, many people made their way to Cook Park Saturday morning for the 2023 Pet Walk fundraiser for Paws and Claws Humane Society.

Minnesota

Over 100 players participate in Rochester Area Pickleball Association tournament

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 7:10 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Even though they had to move the event to a different location due to the threat for rain, over 100 players showed up to participate in the Rochester Area Pickleball Association tournament on Friday and Saturday.

News

“Shining a Light for Madeline” event set for Friday night in Winona

Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 12:13 AM CDT
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By Stevan Stojanovic
The family will continue to search for answers but wants to uplift the community with a vigil.

Minnesota

Mayo Clinic Falcon Program welcomes four new Peregrine chicks

Updated: May. 1, 2023 at 11:45 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The last chick hatched early Monday morning, making the chick count four.

Minnesota

Free community music event hosted by Sing Out Loud MN Saturday

Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 6:44 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Sing Out Loud MN hosted a community event on Saturday that was free and open to all ages. There were performances, coloring and many other fun activities at the event.

News

21st Annual Arbor Day celebration

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 6:22 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
celebration to celebrate planting and making a more beautiful community.

News

Cold and wet spring weather impacts park openings

Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 10:32 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Thought the cold and rain has persisted, city parks are trudging ahead

Education

Minnesota Department of Education Releases Graduation Data, includes Rochester Public Schools

Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 6:00 AM CDT
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By Stevan Stojanovic
The graduation rate for the state went up 0.2% between 2021 and 2022.

Community

Closure of 65th Street NW begins Monday

Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 6:40 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Starting Monday, April 24th, 65th Street NW will be closed from 37th Avenue NW to 50th Avenue NW. Drivers will need to detour as the road will be completely closed. Construction and the closure are expected to last through November of this year.

Community

Lane reduction on Broadway Avenue North starts Monday

Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 6:19 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Broadway Avenue North will be reduced to one lane in the southbound direction starting April 24th and will remain closed through April 28th.

News

Rochester church to host celebration one year after fire

Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 5:11 AM CDT
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By Jess Abrahamson
A ribbon cutting is planned for Saturday evening and tours of the church will be offered to show just how much progress has been made.

Community

Statewide tornado drills happening Thursday

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 5:48 AM CDT
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By Stevan Stojanovic
It’s a part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.

News

Downtown Rochester staple announces permanent closure

Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 8:30 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Seafood restaurant Pescara announces they will close their doors on Sunday.

News

A Litter Bit Better looking for volunteers

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 8:33 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
Volunteers represent neighborhoods, businesses, service groups, schools and more scouring ditches, parks, and waterways picking up tons of trash.

News

The Landing asks for community’s help stocking shelves

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 8:33 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
The Landing has seen an increase in the amount of people it serves and is asking for the community’s help in stocking the shelves.

News

36th annual Harvest Classic raises more than $1,000

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 9:40 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Participants had the choice of running a 10k, 5k, or both.

News

Celebrating Ramadan in Rochester

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 9:14 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
To celebrate Ramadan, Mayo High School hosted its second annual Iftar event including students from Century and John Marshall High School’s Muslim Student Associations (MSA).

News

Opening date announced for new nature center at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo

Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 2:30 PM CDT
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By Jess Abrahamson
The new building will open to the public on May 5th at 1 p.m.

Community

3 Rochester organizations receive inclusive entrepreneurship grants

Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 8:58 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Mayor Kim Norton spearheaded local involvement and supported this work by supplementing $5,000 grants to each of the selected and awarded projects.

Community

Diocese of Winona-Rochester hosts groundbreaking ceremony for new Pastoral Center

Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 11:17 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The Diocese hopes to have completed the building of the Pastoral Center and be moved in by May, 2024.

Community

Rochester residents encouraged to sign-up for 2023 Spring Fit City Challenge

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 5:21 PM CDT
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By Miranda Johnson
The Spring Fit City Challenge is championed by Mayor Kim Norton in collaboration with many community partners.

Minnesota

Construction for Discovery Walk to close 2nd Street SW

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 10:47 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
This roadway closure is to facilitate underground utility work being installed as part of the Discovery Walk project.

Community

Easter celebration with a buffet brunch

Updated: Apr. 9, 2023 at 9:17 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The menu had several tasty traditional items items like pancakes, sausages, casseroles and even shrimp, sushi and fresh cut prime rib.

Community

Golfers swing to Pine Island to kick off the new season

Updated: Apr. 8, 2023 at 12:52 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
One of the first courses to open in Minnesota was jam packed Saturday morning and booked all afternoon.

Community

Bikeshare grant program now accepting applications

Updated: Apr. 5, 2023 at 1:36 PM CDT
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By Miranda Johnson
In total, the City is granting 50 refurbished bicycles.

Community

RPT Downtown Transit Center to relocate temporarily starting April 13

Updated: Apr. 4, 2023 at 4:36 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
All routes will follow the current schedules, although some delays are likely.
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