Rochester International Airport and city of Rochester conduct emergency management training
A fire was started around a simulated airplane, emergency crews worked to extinguish the fire and evacuate mock…
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Restaurant demolition paves way for Olmsted County park expansion
The goal is to increase the recreational potential for residents. This includes new boat launches, fishing piers and increased access for people with…
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U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar announces breast cancer diagnosis
She completed a course of radiation treatment in May, and in August, she said doctors determined treatment went well.…
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Mason City veteran receives new roof courtesy of local construction company
The roof will be completed by Wed. afternoon. Weitzel said the company plans on making the free roofs for veterans a yearly event, in addition to the…
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New cleanup efforts aim to improve Zumbro River in downtown Rochester
As of early afternoon, they had collected numerous plastic bags, cups and other garbage and one crew member found $60 in cash.…
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Minnesota State Patrol increasing patrols ahead of Labor Day
State public safety officials are asking people people to slow down, don’t drink and drive, arrange a sober ride, and wear a seatbelt.…
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New Rochester elementary school opens doors to students
School boundaries aren’t determined yet for 2022 school year, but, RPS said students within the walking boundary of 1.25 miles of the new school can…
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Rochester Public Schools welcome most students back
Mayo High School staff and some upperclassmen welcomed new freshman with a “clap in” pep rally, featuring music, fun costumes and games. The new…
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Albert Lea School District reinstating some mask requirements amid recent infections
Dr. Funk added that students who consistently wear masks will not need to be quarantined if exposed to the virus, unless they were exposed while…
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Minnesota State Fair opens to large crowds, celebrations
People were already waiting outside the gates as the countdown to the 6 a.m. opening started.…
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