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House candidate asked to leave coffee shop after verbal altercation
Apr 13

Apr 13 House candidate asked to leave coffee shop after verbal altercation

News | 2018

Bush told mayoral candidate Regina Mustafa "fu— you" multiple times while berating her over issues ranging from Islam to abortion, according to three people who were in the cafe at the time.

Studs, Struts & Stilettos heads down the runway for its fifth annual show
Apr 12

Apr 12 Studs, Struts & Stilettos heads down the runway for its fifth annual show

News | 2018

In 2017, Studs, Struts and Stilettos brought in nearly $50,000 to assist Habitat for Humanity in its efforts to build and repair homes right here in our region.

Mestad leaving museum for new gig
Apr 11

Apr 11 Mestad leaving museum for new gig

News | 2018

Heidi Mestad announced Wednesday she is leaving the Minnesota Children's Museum Rochester after two and a half years of serving as its director. 

Apr 7
Apr 7 Former Best Buy CEO resigns from Mayo's board

News | 2018

News of Anderson's contribution to the organization, Secure America Now, first surfaced this past Thursday in a post to the Center for Responsive Politics' OpenSecrets blog. 

DMC is a 'once in a lifetime opportunity,' says new city administrator
Apr 5

Apr 5 DMC is a 'once in a lifetime opportunity,' says new city administrator

News | 2018

Now six months into the job, Steve Rymer is tasked with leading city government through a period of significant transition — both in the community and within his own office. 

Rochester looks to make a splash with inflatable water park at Foster Arend
Apr 5

Apr 5 Rochester looks to make a splash with inflatable water park at Foster Arend

News | 2018

The aquatic playground would include multiple routes and activity zones for kids and families to splash around in the water this swimming season.

Jeremiah Program to begin offering services in Rochester this fall
Apr 4

Apr 4 Jeremiah Program to begin offering services in Rochester this fall

News | 2018
News

The organization eventually plans to build a campus in Rochester that would house up to 40 families at a time and include on-site childcare and development services. 

Experience Rochester's legislative priorities out of sync with city policy
Apr 3

Apr 3 Experience Rochester's legislative priorities out of sync with city policy

News | 2018

The document from Experience Rochester, formerly known as the Rochester Convention and Visitors Bureau, was made public over the weekend through a blog post by Council Member Michael Wojcik

Video: Mayo docs perform on 'Ellen'
Apr 3

Apr 3 Video: Mayo docs perform on 'Ellen'

News | 2018

An impromptu performance after a 28-hour shift landed two Mayo Clinic doctors an appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" Tuesday.

Storm system expected to dump 'significant snow' on Rochester area
Apr 2

Apr 2 Storm system expected to dump 'significant snow' on Rochester area

News | 2018

Significant snow accumulations are possible, according to the NWS in La Crosse, ranging from 6 to 10 inches across southeast Minnesota.

Mayo residents to appear on 'Ellen'
Apr 1

Apr 1 Mayo residents to appear on 'Ellen'

News | 2018

Mayo's singing surgeons are headed for "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."

Rochester names three finalists for police chief
Mar 29

Mar 29 Rochester names three finalists for police chief

News | 2018

Finalists were named Thursday following a months-long national recruitment process with Springsted Waters Executive Recruitment.

Bipartisan bill would provide $400,000 grant to Project Legacy
Mar 28

Mar 28 Bipartisan bill would provide $400,000 grant to Project Legacy

News | 2018

Founded in 2008, Project Legacy provides long-term support to help area youth in their journey out of poverty, incarceration and addiction.

TEDxZumbroRiver announces 2018 salon series
Mar 28

Mar 28 TEDxZumbroRiver announces 2018 salon series

News | 2018

Rather than host one large conference, like they have the past two years, organizers of TEDxZumbroRiver plan to host a series of smaller events.

DMC has a 'Bright' idea for sustainability
Mar 27

Mar 27 DMC has a 'Bright' idea for sustainability

News | 2018

Hired in 2017 to lead DMC's sustainability efforts, Kevin Bright is focused on finding ways to reduce energy consumption and curb the city's impact on the environment.

Is driving Uber/Lyft worth it in Rochester?
Mar 26

Mar 26 Is driving Uber/Lyft worth it in Rochester?

News | 2018

To understand how ride-share workers are doing locally, Med City Beat reached out to a few individuals willing to share their experiences. Here is what we found out.

Fiddlehead Coffee finds a spot in downtown Rochester
Mar 23

Mar 23 Fiddlehead Coffee finds a spot in downtown Rochester

News | 2018

In addition to speciality coffee and tea drinks, Fiddlehead will offer a selection of house made pastries, grab ‘n go lunch items, and evening small plates paired with a curated list of wines and tap beers. 

Mar 22
Mar 22 Charlie O’Connell announces run for Rochester mayor

News | 2018

O’Connell said his platform for mayor will focus on economic diversity, workforce development, affordable housing and "ensuring that Rochester remains a safe and secure city."

Mayo Clinic School of Medicine climbs to No. 6 in latest U.S. News rankings
Mar 22

Mar 22 Mayo Clinic School of Medicine climbs to No. 6 in latest U.S. News rankings

News | 2018

A new report from U.S. News & World Report puts the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine among the top 10 medical schools in the nation.

Say it ain't snow: Winter storm expected in SE Minnesota this weekend
Mar 22

Mar 22 Say it ain't snow: Winter storm expected in SE Minnesota this weekend

News | 2018

The National Weather Service says an early spring storm is expected to bring snow into the region Friday night into Saturday morning.

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