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$5M Murphy Creek Substation now online in Austin
AUSTIN, Minn. — Austin Utilities (AU)has put a new substation into service, marking the first one built by the utility in 30 years. AU says the Murphy Creek Substation cost nearly $5 million and will improve electric service reliability across southwest and northern Austin. The project was the first major initiative identified in Austin Utilities' 10-year capital improvement plan following a comprehensive engineering study of the electrical distribution system completed in 2021.
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Early voting at Rochester city hall starts Tuesday
(ABC 6 News) – Rochester will open early voting at city hall on Tuesday for the upcoming midterm election. City officials said early voting at Rochester City Hall begins at 8 a.m. on Oct. 27 and runs through Nov. 2. Early voting is already underway at the Olmsted County Elections Office. During early voting, eligible […]
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Broadway Avenue North at Civic Center Drive in Rochester closed on Tuesday
(ABC 6 News) — Broadway Avenue North at Civic Center Drive in Rochester will be closed on Tuesday for routine maintenance work by the Canadian Pacific Railroad. During the single-day closure, traffic will be detoured around the intersection. At least one sidewalk on each side of Broadway is expected to remain open for pedestrians. More […]
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RPU expecting smaller electrical rate increase for 2027
(ABC 6 News)–During a Tuesday meeting Rochester Public Utilities announced they expect the rate increase to be 4% for 2027 rather than the projected 6%. RPU’s Assistant General Manager Peter Hogan said its due to a variety of factors including the organization taking on less debt next year. Hogan noted it had a lot to […]
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Wienermobile rolls into Rochester for Halloween events
ROCHESTER, Minn. — The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is rolling into Rochester week with Halloween-themed appearances across the area. Ketchup Kampbell and Lunchmeat Luke, drivers of the 27-foot vehicle, will make three stops between Oct. 28 and Oct. 31. The first stop is at the Boyer Halloween House at 5348...
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Rochester winter parking rules start Nov. 1
ROCHESTER, Minn. — The City of Rochester's seasonal parking requirements start November 1 and will run through April 1. The ordinance requires alternate side parking for cars parked on city streets and in cul-de-sacs. The requirements are in effect regardless of the weather forecast or if there is snow and ice on the roadways.
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Move To This Minnesota Town Where Retirees Say Social Security Stretches Surprisingly Far
Somewhere in southern Minnesota, there’s a town that’s been quietly winning at life while the rest of the country stresses about rent prices and grocery bills. Austin, Minnesota is that town, and once you hear what it’s offering, you might start wondering why you haven’t already packed your bags.
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Highway 30 near Rochester airport reopens after culvert work
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Highway 30 west of the Rochester International Airport is back open after crews finished replacing a culvert at Willow Creek. The Minnesota Department of Transportation removed the detour following the completion of the work. Crews started the culvert replacement on Sept. 21. The work was part...
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Preston Approves Pond Conversion Plans
At the October 19 meeting of the city council, City Engineer Brett Grabau, Stantec, provided a $25,000 estimate for a formal proposal and design/bid package for conversion of the city’s two ponds to dry ponds. The funds will be paid out of the stormwater reserve fund. Approval to move...
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Hate symbol left on Rochester yard by lawn maintenance worker
(ABC 6 News)–The lawn maintenance company TruGreen responded Saturday after a customer in Rochester said one of its employees spread a product across their lawn in the shape of a swastika. TruGreen told ABC 6 News they are disturbed by the actions of the now “former technician.” TruGreen added they took immediate action and are […]
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Rochester’s downtown workers could pay less for parking
(ABC 6 News) – The Rochester City Council is holding a study session Monday evening to explore options for cheaper parking for people who work downtown. Starting around 5:30 p.m., the parking division will review three options for downtown employees: A flat discounted parking rate, a reduced-price transit pass or the current system. City staff […]