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A new housing development along the bustling northwest corridor of Rochester promises to offer a new standard of living for individuals 55 and better.
For nearly 90 years, First Alliance Credit Union has been offering an alternative choice to traditional banking to the people of Rochester and surrounding areas.
Nice as they may be, the Fernbrook Family Center offices are not usually busy. That isn’t because no one is seeking out mental health services (quite the opposite, in fact), but because of Fernbrook’s commitment to “meet people where they are.”
As an electronics distributor, Pace has navigated the last five decades of ceaseless progress and innovation with a familial work environment that fosters respect and responsibility. It’s a tradition passed down through three generations of the Deutsch family.
With the turn of the calendar, many of us are starting to think about our financial goals for the upcoming year. But where should we start? Taking that first step can often be the hardest part.
Nate Nordstrom and his family recently opened New Spin Bicycle Shop, 5335 East Frontage Road, in northwest Rochester. It’s the area’s first specialty e-bike sales and service shop.
Dealing with financial stress can be difficult, especially in today’s ever-changing economy. Altra Federal Credit Union recognizes that, which is why they are investing in tools and educational resources designed to help their employees and members improve their financial well-being.
Pal Koak, a third-year student at the University of Minnesota Rochester, is a testament to the values of patience and determination, and the resilience of the human spirit.
On the first floor, the University has repurposed the former Loop bar and restaurant space as a student lounge known as The Nest. One floor up, the University has created a new Center for Learning Innovation, a space designed for collaboration among students and faculty.
In this beautiful fall, the diversity of our student body is a strength we cherish — as students form friendships, deepen understanding and develop into culturally humble health care professionals devoted to solving the grand health challenges of the 21st century.
Doing your taxes can often be intimidating, and even expensive. The volunteers with VITA know this.
Its 350-acre campus is home to public galleries and a sculpture garden, as well roughly 20 local artists and art entities who rent studio space on the site. Artists also pass through on temporary bases, whether as part of a residency cohort, or as part of the center’s programming.
On October 9-10, Roller Disco, presented by the Rochester Downtown Alliance and Destination Medical Center, will transform this town’s beloved Peace Plaza into an outdoor roller-skating rink for a shiny new, family-friendly event.
The new member-driven initiative — known a Best Life Community Awards — comes as Altra celebrates its 90th anniversary.
For the final forWARD Neighborhood Park Concert of 2021, Annie Mack will share the stage with the multi-genre ensemble Soul Train.
The journey to receiving those white coats reached a new milestone for the pair over the past few weeks, with each moving on to a new school: Orakwue started her first semester of medical school at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Ajayi at Tufts University in Boston.
A warm September welcome to University of Minnesota Rochester students — both those who are returning to campus and new students arriving for the first time!
Thirty-five rising high school seniors from across the country came to downtown Rochester to participate in the UMR NXT GEN MED Summer Quest program, tackling four key issues for the future of health care during the first seven days of August — and bringing the energy back to campus with them.
Minnesota-based singer-songwriter Erik Koskinen will be the featured act for week five of the forWARD Neighborhood Park Concerts series.
Independent singer-songwriter Jeremiah Nelson is bringing Midwestern-style folk and blues music back to his hometown of Rochester.
