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Meteorologist Says Goodbye to Rochester Viewers and His TV Career

A familiar morning face just delivered his final forecast on KIMT News 3. Find out why he’s stepping away from television altogether

Rochester, MN · 1d

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Tucked In The Woods, The Iowa Lodge Serving Bottomless Prime Rib Dinners

Slow-roasted prime rib lands on the tables here on Saturdays only, cut in generous 12 to 16 ounce portions. That one weekly detail is enough to rearrange an entire weekend of plans. The setting makes the case even stronger, since this Iowa supper club sits among wooded hills and quiet...

Decorah, IA · 4d

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Misdiagnosed musician back on stage again after Mayo Clinic finds rare condition

ROCHESTER, Minn. — A guitarist who has performed alongside John Mellencamp for nearly 50 years is back on stage after doctors at Mayo Clinic discovered a rare spinal condition that had left him in a wheelchair. Mike Wanchic faced the possibility of losing not only his mobility but the...

Rochester, MN · 14h

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Rochester Fried Chicken Restaurant to Close Months After Reopening

Porch Fried Chicken, a restaurant in Rochester, Minnesota, has announced it will permanently close at the end of October. The closure comes about five months after the restaurant reopened in June 2026. Rochester’s Porch Fried Chicken is Closing. The fried chicken restaurant is well-known for its chicken soaked for...

Rochester, MN · 10d

KDHL AM 920

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We Got the New Opening Date for Conger Meat Market in Rochester

Wondering when Conger Meat Market is opening in Rochester? After a mechanical delay, the new opening date appears to be Thursday, Nov. 5.

Rochester, MN · 3d

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Clean Up in Aisle Five, Deer

“Clean up in aisle five” took on new meaning last weekend for a north Iowa grocery store. Mason City Police Mike McKelvey says they were notified shortly after 11 AM Sunday (Nov. 1) that a large buck had just crashed through a window at Hy Vee East on South Illinois Avenue. Callers reported the deer was running around in the dining area of the store and that a five-year-old boy was injured and bleeding from his head.

Mason City, IA · 1d

KIMT

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Clear Lake's Surf Ballroom reveals its 2027 Winter Dance Party lineup

CLEAR LAKE, Iowa — The Surf Ballroom & Museum has announced the entertainment lineup for the 2027 Winter Dance Party, taking place Feb. 4-6 in Clear Lake. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Chubby Checker & The Wildcats will headline this year's celebration. The annual event honors Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson, whose final performances took place at the Surf Ballroom on Feb. 2, 1959.

Clear Lake, IA · 11h

KIMT

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Music meets magic at North Iowa auditorium on November 17

MASON CITY, Iowa — A magician who blends live music with illusions is bringing his show to North Iowa next month. Chris Funk will perform "Redefining Wonder" at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus. First Citizens Bank and Visit Mason City are presenting the show as part of the 2026-2027 NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series.

Mason City, IA · 1d

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Waterloo restaurant offers free Veterans Day meals

WATERLOO, Iowa — Big Head Burger will offer a free meal to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day. The offer is available from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the restaurant, 324 W. Fourth St. Eligible customers can ask for the Veterans Day Special at the register and receive a Classic Single Burger, fries and a regular fountain drink.

Waterloo, IA · 1d

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A cappella country stars Home Free perform at NIACC this fall

MASON CITY, Iowa — North Iowa Area Community College will host the country a cappella group Home Free for a holiday concert Nov. 20, 2026. The show starts at 7 p.m. at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus. It's part of the 2026-2027 NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series.

Mason City, IA · 12h

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In Waterloo, Iowa, A Brewery Saved A Wonder Bread Bakery Location And Built Its Future Inside

When SingleSpeed Brewing Co. opened its taproom in a former Wonder Bread bakery in Waterloo, Iowa, some of the first visitors already knew the building well. Former bakery employees stopped in to look around, and Rachel Beck, then the brewery’s sustainability coordinator, said that “they recognized their own workstations just from the spots in the floor, or they recognized some brick wall that they used to stand by. And it’s just really cool to see how much of the history of the building is still retained.”

Waterloo, IA · 2d

Minnesota Now

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This Incredible Rochester Home Looks Like a Celebrity Mansion

You might think this celebrity-worthy mansion belongs in Hollywood, but this magnificent home is actually right here in Rochester!

Rochester, MN · 1d

KIMT

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Paragon Theaters returns to Rochester, targeting November 18th opening date

ROCHESTER, MINN. (KIMT) — A familiar name in Rochester's movie theater scene is making a comeback. Paragon Theaters is returning to Rochester after more than a decade, bringing a newly renovated movie theater, luxury seating and expanded food and drink options to the city. The company first opened the...

Rochester, MN · 1d

Owatonna People's Press

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Long-awaited animal shelter nears fundraising finish line

The wait for an animal shelter in Steele County has stretched on longer than anyone expected, but the volunteers guiding the project have announced they’re finally close to meeting their goal. After several years of fundraising, they hope to have the shelter up and running soon. Construction is nearly complete on the facility, which stands next to Lake Chase Dog Park. Steele County Humane Society board members Liane Peterson and Deb Singelstad predicted an opening date early next year. Although it was originally budgeted at $2 million, repeated delays and soaring construction costs have pushed the actual price tag closer to $2.4 million. More than once, construction has paused to allow fundraising to catch up. They’re currently seeking “a couple hundred thousand” to finish the building, purchase furnishings and fixtures and give them the initial operating funds they need. Singelstad said that even now a handful of large donations could advance the project’s timeline. “Once we get open, it’s going to be a big asset to Steele County. We’ll be able to house these animals that need help,” she said. Crews are in the third and final stage of construction, installing ceiling grids, electric fixtures, kennels and other necessities. The

Steele County, MN · 2d

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Six Minnesota Fish Fry Nights That Small Towns Still Plan Their Fridays Around

In a lot of small Minnesota towns, Friday has its own schedule. Cafes that usually close after lunch stay open into the evening, and pubs fill up with families, farmers, and road-trippers who all came for the same thing: a plate of fried fish. This list covers six spots, from...

Minnesota · 17h

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This Rochester Craft Store Keeps Minnesota Makers Stocked With Yarn, Frames, And Fresh Ideas

Yarn, custom framing, holiday villages, and parade-float supplies all fit under one roof. That alone made me curious about this busy craft shop in southern Minnesota. It opens at 9 most mornings and stays open until 9 at night. That means a late-evening glitter emergency doesn’t have to wait until tomorrow.

Rochester, MN · 1d

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This Whimsical Minnesota Rock Garden Is Tucked Away So Quietly That Most Locals Have Forgotten It Exists

Some Minnesota treasures sit right off a county road, and most drivers pass them without a second thought. Down in the river country near Millville, there is a small garden where stone sculptures share space with ferns, flowers, and a few benches. It has been around for more than a...

Millville, MN · 2d

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11 Minnesota Restaurants Where the Setting Is Almost as Memorable as the Food

We’ve all had those meals where the food was great but the room could have been anywhere. These Minnesota spots understand that where you eat matters just as much as what you eat. The setting becomes part of the story. Imagine dining beneath vaulted ceilings in a converted warehouse,...

Mantorville, MN · 1d

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