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Silver Lake Dam project begins, brings more construction to Rochester
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Today marked day one of a major project in Rochester. The City of Rochester started lowering the water level at Silver Lake this week to begin a major construction project that will remove sediment and rebuild the dam. Residents can expect ongoing construction activity in the...
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Rochester Business Express Concerns Over Parking, Regulation & Labor Availability
Rochester business owners are feeling optimistic about 2025. A new survey of 139 local companies shows most had better years than 2024, though they're hoping the city adds more restaurants, retail shops, and entertainment spots.
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I-90 in Austin faces overnight detours this week
AUSTIN, Minn. — Drivers on Interstate 90 in Austin will face two overnight detours this week as crews work on the Highway 218 north/14th Street Northwest bridge. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says the detours will run from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Wednesday while crews remove decking and paint the bridge. Drivers will be directed up and down the highway ramps at the Highway 218/14th Street Northwest bridge.
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Engage Winona, Winona Post host housing forum Nov. 12
Engage Winona and the Winona Post are hosting a community convening on innovative housing solutions on Thursday, November 12, from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Winona County Historical Society's Wanek Hall, 160 Johnson Street. The event is part of Leading Local, an initiative that brings together trusted local journalism with learning and conversation to help people connect and engage with their communities.
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OPS School Board candidates support phone restrictions in schools, want limits on AI-use in classrooms
Shown are Damian Baum, Darren Albers and Ann Miller. Ahead of the upcoming school board elections, candidates Darren Albers, Damian Baum and Ann Miller explained their positions on technology in the classroom and funding amid budget cuts and elaborated on their primary focus should they be elected. Darren Albers Darren Albers has worked as an information specialist and platform engineer with Federated Insurance for 19 years. He came to Owatonna after attending college at Dakota State University in Madison where he received a bachelor’s degree in computer sciences with a minor in mathematics. He has a daughter who is currently in the seventh grade at Owatonna Middle School, where she is involved in soccer and dance. They have hosted three exchange students and he considers the three girls family. Albers is on board with the recently introduced cell phone policy, but believes that it could be expanded in the interest of socialization and to expedite passing time. “Teachers are there to teach and students need to be there to listen, and phones are a distraction. We’ve heard that teachers indicating they’re getting much more responsiveness and respect from their students because they’re paying attention,” Albers said. “I think students should
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See Rochester's future unfold at DMC Exchange this November
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Destination Medical Center is hosting a week of events from Nov. 16-20 to showcase innovation, investment and partnerships shaping Rochester's future. DMC Exchange will feature tours, ribbon cuttings and discussions focused on health innovation, education, housing and transit across downtown Rochester. The events are open to community members, business leaders and stakeholders.
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Creation of Shady Oak Park Shelter in Chatfield
At the October 12 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, an effort led by volunteers to fund raise for the creation of a park shelter at Shady Oak Park was given the go-ahead. Councilors Paul Novotny and Dave Frank were absent. The planned 12-foot by 20-foot concrete slab will be...
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Rochester to open early voting at city hall on Oct. 27
(ABC 6 News) – Rochester will open early voting at city hall next week for the upcoming midterm election. City officials said early voting at Rochester City Hall begins Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 8 a.m. and runs through Nov. 2. Early voting is already underway at the Olmsted County Elections Office. During early voting, eligible […]
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CPR training, AED access earn Rochester a heart safety recognition
ROCHESTER, Minn. — The City of Rochester says it has earned the Heart Safe Community designation for its commitment to improving cardiac emergency preparedness and reducing deaths from sudden cardiac arrest. The designation is a program supported by the American Heart Association, Minnesota Department of Health and other statewide...
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Jeremiah Program helps single moms pledge to vote this election
(ABC 6 News) – A local nonprofit in Rochester is helping the single mothers it supports learn how voting works and encouraging them to cast a ballot. The Jeremiah Program, which supports single mothers and their children experiencing poverty, said the many of the women have signed a pledge to vote on Election Day. “We […]
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AG Keith Ellison campaigns in Rochester, Schutz questions his track record
(ABC 6 News) — As campaign season comes to close, Attorney General Keith Ellison is making a final appeal to voters as he kicked off a door knocking event in Rochester. Incumbent Ellison assisted with a voting drive in Rochester, hoping to inspire people to hit the polls. He says it’s a viable campaign strategy, […]
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Rochester Business Express Concerns Over Parking, Regulation & Labor Availability
Rochester business owners are feeling optimistic about 2025. A new survey of 139 local companies shows most had better years than 2024, though they're hoping the city adds more restaurants, retail shops, and entertainment spots.