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News

Local stores and school get ready for prom season.

Local schools, businesses gear up for prom season

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Olivia Prondzinski
Girls around the Rochester area are getting ready for prom and the first step is finding the perfect dress.

Minnesota

Wanagmingo community comes together, raising money for toddler with health challenges.

Wanamingo community comes together, raising money for toddler with health challenges

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By KTTC Staff
A little boy from Wanamingo has faced a tremendous number of health challenges after being born at only 22 weeks gestation. Now, Earl Isenor is about a year and a half old, and the community is rallying around him.

Minnesota

Gloria Dei 70 years

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church celebrates 70-years

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By KTTC Staff
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church celebrated a big milestone Sunday. Celebrations included photos from the church's history throughout the foyer, along with a slideshow, and a special worship service.

News

Raising awareness and education about eagles

$10,000 grant to go towards eagle education

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KTTC Staff
The Rochester Area Foundation has provided the National Eagle Center with a $10,000 grant.

Community

Big infrastructure construction ahead

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By KTTC Staff
One of the biggest infrastructure price points is the re-construction of Highway 57 that is about to enter into phases two and three after a successful phase one project last year.

News

Name released in fatal crash

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KTTC Staff
According to Minnesota State Patrol, the crash killed 83-year-old John Warren Johnson of Plainview.

News

Rochester Thaw Music Festival sells out for return

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 9:29 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
The festival featured Rochester artists and regional talent. The six venues included the Chateau, Cafe Steam, Artheads Emporium, Treedome, Bleu Duck, and LC’s venue.

Minnesota

Midwest Outlaw Winter Nationals at Tea’s Speedway Saturday

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
A radio-controlled car event took place at Tea's Hobby Shop on Saturday..

Minnesota

47th annual Woodcarving Show makes strong return after the pandemic

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 5:57 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Many different types of carvings are on display including flat planes and figurines.

News

Local leaders discuss funding for public education

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 2:20 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Advocates say public schools need more funding from the state to support student’s mental health, special education and English language learners.
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Community

Plummeting diesel prices locally and nationwide

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 10:27 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
After record setting diesel prices last summer with prices going over five dollars per gallon on the national average, the trend is going down, quickly.

News

UPDATE: Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office, “Subject at large apprehended”

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 8:58 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Man with felony warrant fleeing on foot, currently at large in Fillmore county

Midwest Access

How the Auroras form

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 5:52 PM CDT
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By Nick Jansen
Explanation of why the northern lights were so bright Thursday night.

Minnesota

Minnesota Board of Medical Practice drops charges against former Minnesota governor candidate Scott Jenson

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 5:48 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
For the fifth time, charges brought against a former candidate for Minnesota governor have been dropped.

News

Public invited to support Wanamingo toddler with health challenges

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 4:40 PM CDT
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By Caitlin Alexander
Earl Isenor is about a year and a half old, and the community is rallying around him.

News

At least 1 dead following Highway 63 crash

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:49 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
One car at the scene was very damaged and grain was spilled all over the road. Highway 63 is still blocked off as of 12:30 Friday.

Minnesota

Rochester Parks and Recreation looking for feedback on changes to Cook Park

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 2:43 PM CDT
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By Darian Leddy
Rochester Parks and Recreation Department is looking for feedback on changes to one of Rochester’s oldest parks.

Iowa

Yard waste collection to begin again in Mason City

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 1:56 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The yard waste collection season will begin again in Mason City on Monday, April 3, 2023.

Minnesota

‘Purple House’ estate sale in NE Rochester

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 1:00 PM CDT
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By Darian Leddy
An estate sale with a purple flair is taking place this weekend.

Minnesota

Annual event at Folwell Elementary returns after the pandemic

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 9:28 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
It's an event that has made its return for the first time since 2019. Fifth grade students at Folwell Elementary School in Rochester had dinner with residents of Bear Creek Services.

Minnesota

Officials respond to 2 vehicle accident south of Kasson

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 9:10 AM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
It happened on 250th Avenue near 720th Street.

News

PICTURES: Northern lights in southeastern Minnesota

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:42 PM CDT
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By Kamie Roesler
The northern lights were visible in many parts of southeastern Minnesota Thursday night.

News

Xcel plant temporarily shut down after radioactive tritium leaks into groundwater

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Kolton Knapp
A second leak discovered at Monticello Power plant, as Xcel attempts to recover radioactive leakage. Officials say leak is contained.

Minnesota

Mayo Clinic reports largest annual investment into downtown Rochester

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
It’s a milestone for Mayo Clinic’s investment in downtown Rochester.

Minnesota

Lease changes for new downtown Rochester apartment complex

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:33 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Earlier this week, city leaders agreed to increase income limits to fill some of these income-based units.

Minnesota

One in custody after short police chase in NW Rochester

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 4:23 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The vehicle rolled on 55th St. NW and then the driver exited and fled on foot.

Minnesota

Man hit, killed by road grader in Wabasha County

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 4:10 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The Wabasha County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call at 10:51 a.m. that someone had been struck by a road grader.

Midwest Access

Local composer presents “Here in This Garden” opera

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 3:50 PM CDT
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By Kamie Roesler
“Here in This Garden” explores ‘Our Human Relationship to the Natural Environment.’ The opera can be seen on Earth Day.

Midwest Access

Junkin’ Market Days returns to Graham Arena

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 3:41 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The indoor market will take place at Graham Arena located at 1570 Fairgrounds Avenue SE.

Midwest Access

Fools Five Road Race in Lewiston falls on April Fools

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 3:35 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Friday, March 31st, the auction returns to the Lewiston Community Center, with the race on Saturday, April 1st.

Community

Return of the Robin hockey tournament coming this weekend

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 2:56 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
While some call the tournament the Stanley Cup for local hockey, it’s also a celebration of the sport and the community.

Economy

DEED: Minnesota private job sector recovers from pandemic job loss, adds 2000

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:33 AM CDT
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By Sean Morawczynski
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says the state lost 385,900 jobs from February through April of 2020.

Community

Learn more about North Broadway reconstruction project at open house

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:38 AM CDT
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By Stevan Stojanovic
An open house is happening from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday at 125 Live.

Community

Registration for local educational summer programs opens

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:09 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Local children's museum opens registration for educational summer camps

News

Sitting down with Rochester’s first female deputy fire chief

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 9:49 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
Mulholland said she wants to encourage anyone interested in joining the firefighting scene.

News

Mayo Civic Center catering employees angered over nontransparent pay

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 9:40 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
Former employees of OVG claimed the general manager had been terminating staff for no reason, stealing tips, showing unprofessional behavior and insubordination.

News

Austin police chief discusses emerging new drug threat

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 6:15 PM CDT
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By Megan Zemple
Chief Mckichan said law enforcement is concerned about the deadly mixture of xylazine and fentanyl hitting locally, especially since its reportedly resistant to Narcan.

News

MN state leaders set almost $18B in budget targets

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
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By Quinn Gorham
The newly announced targets include $18 billion in new investments in areas like education, public safety, and infrastructure.

News

City of Rochester condemns units at Creekside Apartments

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:06 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
The city’s Community Development Department serves as the agency authorized to execute the condemnation.

Midwest Access

Pet of the Week: Poppy

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:56 PM CDT
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By Kamie Roesler
If you would like to meet Poppy, she is at Paws and Claws Humane Society in Rochester.

Minnesota

Blooms are popping at local greenhouses

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:19 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
We were given a behind the scenes tour of the assembly line at Sargent's as workers used there green thumbs to produce hand planted individual planters.

Midwest Access

New Mayo Clinic Diet joins Midwest Access

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:18 PM CDT
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By Kamie Roesler
Tara Schmidt is a lead registered dietitian for the New Mayo Clinic Diet. She joined Midwest Access Wednesday to share more about this local weight loss regimen.

Minnesota

Economy and banking fears lowering crude oil prices

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
GasBuddy officials tell us the banking situation is lowering confidence on the markets and that includes crude oil prices.

News

Emergency personnel respond to medical emergency at Century High School

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 1:11 PM CDT
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By Kamie Roesler
A medical emergency at Century High School in Rochester leaves one student in the hospital.

Politics

Gov. Walz (DFL) announces 2023 State of State Address

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 11:24 AM CDT
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By Sean Morawczynski
Gov. Tim Walz will speak to the Minnesota legislature on Apr. 19, Aat 7 p.m. In the address, the governor will typically highlight achievements the administration has made and outline future goals.

News

Testing for cannabis influence while driving, local expert weighs in

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 10:02 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
A blood test can determine if the person was actively impaired by cannabis through examining levels of concentrate in the blood.

News

More teachers to keep jobs under latest RPS budget proposal

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 9:25 PM CDT
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By Olivia Prondzinski
The board is still trying to make the budget work and are now suggesting Spanish at the middle school level be cut as well.

Minnesota

Gov. Walz, legislative leaders working toward finalizing biennial budget

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 8:59 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
It includes commitment to send a portion of the surplus back to Minnesotans in the form of checks.

News

Senator Klobuchar receives humanitarian award for work addressing Alzheimer’s

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 8:54 PM CDT
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By Tom Overlie
Klobuchar Receives Humanitarian of the Year Award for Her Work to Address Alzheimer’s Disease

News

Walz holds ceremonial bill signing to crack down on catalytic converter theft

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 5:57 PM CDT
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By Quinn Gorham
On Tuesday, Governor Tim Walz held a ceremonial bill signing to celebrate the passage of a new law aimed at cracking down on catalytic converter thefts in the State of Minnesota.
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