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Key takeaways from Noseworthy's speech to Rochester business leaders
Feb 3

Feb 3 Key takeaways from Noseworthy's speech to Rochester business leaders

News | 2017
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Dr. John Noseworthy, president and CEO of Mayo Clinic, delivered the keynote address to a crowd of 700 business leaders at the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce's annual member celebration.

Local lawmaker wants to require you to have a permit to use bike lanes
Jan 27

Jan 27 Local lawmaker wants to require you to have a permit to use bike lanes

News | 2017
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State Rep. Duane Quam, a Republican from Byron, puts forward a bill that would require cyclists to register for a permit prior to using urban bike lanes

Grassroots effort emerges to redesign Rochester's city flag
Jan 26

Jan 26 Grassroots effort emerges to redesign Rochester's city flag

News | 2017
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The existing Rochester flag was introduced in 1980 following a design competition, in which 200 proposals were considered

Wicked Moose to close this spring
Jan 24

Jan 24 Wicked Moose to close this spring

News | 2017
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The site will eventually be cleared to make way for a four-story, 135-unit workforce housing project. 

Gov. Dayton to undergo treatment for prostate cancer at Mayo Clinic
Jan 24

Jan 24 Gov. Dayton to undergo treatment for prostate cancer at Mayo Clinic

News | 2017
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One day after fainting during his annual State of the State address, Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Gov. Dayton highlights Rochester startup during State of the State Address
Jan 23

Jan 23 Gov. Dayton highlights Rochester startup during State of the State Address

News | 2017
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Storm warning: Mild weather to give way to wintry mix of rain and snow
Jan 23

Jan 23 Storm warning: Mild weather to give way to wintry mix of rain and snow

News | 2017

A winter storm warning has been issued for much of southern Minnesota and northern Iowa from Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday evening. 

Local volunteers launching monthly event series to support entrepreneurship
Jan 20

Jan 20 Local volunteers launching monthly event series to support entrepreneurship

News | 2017
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The program — which already operates in dozens of cities across the U.S. — is based on the idea that entrepreneurs can network and discover solutions over a million cups of coffee.

Megan Johnston out as executive director of Rochester Art Center
Jan 19

Jan 19 Megan Johnston out as executive director of Rochester Art Center

News | 2017
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For the second time in two years, the Rochester Art Center is going through a change in leadership. 

One last 'Rah Rah' — Boston firm selected to create new brand for Rochester
Jan 19

Jan 19 One last 'Rah Rah' — Boston firm selected to create new brand for Rochester

News | 2017
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Three local organizations are working together to re-brand Rochester.

City to begin soliciting offers for the sale of the historic Armory building
Jan 18

Jan 18 City to begin soliciting offers for the sale of the historic Armory building

News | 2017
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The City of Rochester will soon reopen its request for proposals for the future use of the now-vacant Armory building.

Entrepreneurs rolling the dice on a spot for gamers in northeast Rochester
Jan 18

Jan 18 Entrepreneurs rolling the dice on a spot for gamers in northeast Rochester

News | 2017
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A new hobby and games store is slated to open soon in Rochester.

Democrat Walz will attend Trump's inauguration ceremony
Jan 17

Jan 17 Democrat Walz will attend Trump's inauguration ceremony

News | 2017
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Congressman Tim Walz, a Democrat representing Minnesota's 1st District, will attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Friday.

Wanted: Uber and Lyft drivers in Rochester
Jan 17

Jan 17 Wanted: Uber and Lyft drivers in Rochester

News | 2017
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With a new ride-sharing ordinance on the books, the companies appear to be one critical step away from launching service in Rochester: signing up drivers. 

Mayo Clinic awards $70,000 grant to nonprofit mental health center
Jan 13

Jan 13 Mayo Clinic awards $70,000 grant to nonprofit mental health center

News | 2017
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Rochester sending two delegates to India for training on 'peaceful protests'
Jan 12

Jan 12 Rochester sending two delegates to India for training on 'peaceful protests'

News | 2017
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Two representatives from Rochester will travel to India this month to study Mahatma Gandhi's teachings on non-violence.

Trump: Administration will work with Mayo, others on veterans health care
Jan 11

Jan 11 Trump: Administration will work with Mayo, others on veterans health care

News | 2017
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President-elect Donald Trump indicated Mayo Clinic may align itself with his administration on veterans health initiatives. 

Preservation to parks — City of Rochester has several open board positions
Jan 10

Jan 10 Preservation to parks — City of Rochester has several open board positions

News | 2017
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Know someone struggling with homelessness? Tell them about this event.
Jan 10

Jan 10 Know someone struggling with homelessness? Tell them about this event.

News | 2017
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Report: Minnesota United leaning toward Rochester for D2 affiliate team
Jan 9

Jan 9 Report: Minnesota United leaning toward Rochester for D2 affiliate team

News | 2017
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According to an article published Monday to the Minnesota soccer blog FiftyFive.One, the United are considering adding a reserve team in Rochester for the 2018 season. 

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