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May 1
May 1 Update: Mayo, RPU investigating water supply at St. Marys

News | 2018

Staff and patients were first alerted Monday afternoon that the water on campus was not safe for consumption or use in clinical care. 

Rochester students organizing color run to support the Ronald McDonald House
Apr 30

Apr 30 Rochester students organizing color run to support the Ronald McDonald House

News | 2018

Students at three local high schools are coming together to host a color run in support of the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester.

What you need to know about Mayo's new patient kiosks
Apr 30

Apr 30 What you need to know about Mayo's new patient kiosks

News | 2018

Patients at Mayo Clinic in Rochester will soon have the option to streamline their check-in process through the use of electronic kiosks. 

Sushi restaurant set to open in former Panera space
Apr 28

Apr 28 Sushi restaurant set to open in former Panera space

News | 2018

A pair of Twin Cities restaurateurs are moving forward with plans for a new sushi restaurant in Rochester.

Longtime IBMer Patrick Keane announces campaign for Rochester's Ward 1
Apr 27

Apr 27 Longtime IBMer Patrick Keane announces campaign for Rochester's Ward 1

News | 2018

Keane said he wants to be both a representative and advocate for Ward 1. He plans to run on a platform that emphasizes open government and neighborhood-focused planning.

Baker resigns as planning director, citing 'significant differences' with county
Apr 26

Apr 26 Baker resigns as planning director, citing 'significant differences' with county

News | 2018

The resignation, which takes effect immediately, comes one month after Baker was placed on administrative leave. County officials have declined to give a reason for the designation.

Ricky Ties thought his athletic career was over. Now, he's training for the Paralympics.
Apr 25

Apr 25 Ricky Ties thought his athletic career was over. Now, he's training for the Paralympics.

News | 2018

If you told Ricky Ties five years ago that one day he would be training alongside some of the country's best athletes, he might have laughed.

Heather Holmes announces bid for Rochester City Council Ward 1
Apr 25

Apr 25 Heather Holmes announces bid for Rochester City Council Ward 1

News | 2018

If elected, she said her priorities will be transportation and infrastructure, public safety and affordable housing for all citizens.

RAEDI taps Albert Lea's Nolander as its next president
Apr 24

Apr 24 RAEDI taps Albert Lea's Nolander as its next president

News | 2018

The board of directors for Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. has named Ryan Nolander as the organization's next president.

Gin Blossoms to headline Down by the Riverside season opener
Apr 20

Apr 20 Gin Blossoms to headline Down by the Riverside season opener

News | 2018

The group — which made a splash in the 90s with hits like "Found Out About You," "Hey Jealousy" and "Follow You Down" — has sold more than 10 million records worldwide.

Apr 19
Apr 19 Chamber reaches settlement with Braatz

News | 2018
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The Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce confirmed this week it has reached a legal settlement with former employee Judy Braatz.

Farmers market wants to establish a permanent home in Rochester
Apr 19

Apr 19 Farmers market wants to establish a permanent home in Rochester

News | 2018
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Organizers will host an event Thursday, April 19 at Forager Brewery to share with the public the steps they are taking to bring the vision to life. 

Could pop-up saunas be Rochester's answer to these never-ending winters?
Apr 18

Apr 18 Could pop-up saunas be Rochester's answer to these never-ending winters?

News | 2018

Kylie Osterhus says it was during her travels to rural Alaska when she first realized the personal and cultural benefits of using a sauna.

Ronald McDonald House ready to break ground on $16.5 million expansion
Apr 18

Apr 18 Ronald McDonald House ready to break ground on $16.5 million expansion

News | 2018

In addition to the 30 guest rooms, the addition will include a small indoor gym, indoor and outdoor play areas, underground parking and green space.

Rochester teens using their swords to shatter stereotypes
Apr 17

Apr 17 Rochester teens using their swords to shatter stereotypes

News | 2018

Saara Abdullahi, a college-bound senior, is one of about a dozen young women who participate on the fencing squad at Rochester STEM Academy.

KRPR to broadcast emergency alerts in both English and Spanish
Apr 16

Apr 16 KRPR to broadcast emergency alerts in both English and Spanish

News | 2018

Rochester-based KRPR announced Monday it will begin broadcasting all emergency alert system messages in both English and Spanish.

Series explores bioethics through pop culture
Apr 16

Apr 16 Series explores bioethics through pop culture

News | 2018

It seems you cannot turn on the television without coming across a movie or series exploring what our world might look like if advancements in science and technology are corrupted or mismanaged.

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. 

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