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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 · 3d

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New carnival company coming to North Iowa Band Festival

MASON CITY, Iowa — The North Iowa Band Festival has chosen Midwest Rides as its new carnival provider for the 88th annual festival. The festival runs May 27-31, 2027, in Mason City. The North Iowa Band Festival Committee, made up of community members, voted to bring in Midwest Rides for the festival weekend.

Mason City, IA · 19h

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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 · 3d

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This Small Iowa Downtown Is Home to the Only Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel Still Taking Guests

Frank Lloyd Wright drew plans for six hotels, and only one still hands out room keys at night. That last survivor sits in a small downtown in Iowa, right across from a city park. Wright sketched it in 1908, then left for Europe before the job was done. His associate,...

Mason City, IA · 2d

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Chubby Checker to Headline 2027 Winter Dance Party in Clear Lake

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Chubby Checker will headline the 2027 Winter Dance Party at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, set for February 4th through the 6th. The annual celebration honors Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson, who played their final performances at Surf Ballroom on February 2, 1959, before all three died in a plane crash. Tickets go on sale this Friday (Nov. 13) at surfballroom.com.

Clear Lake, IA · 17h

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North Iowa Concert Band plays free show at NIACC Tuesday, Nov. 24

MASON CITY, Iowa — The North Iowa Concert Band will perform its fall concert Nov. 24 at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus. The free concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public. Conductor Mary Kate Arians will lead the band through an...

Mason City, IA · 14h

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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 · 4d

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Bands wanted for two 2027 summer concert series in Rochester

ROCHESTER, Minn. — Rochester Public Music is accepting applications from local and regional bands interested in performing as opening acts for the 2027 Riverside Music Series and FORWARD Park Concerts. These are paid performance opportunities that give musicians the chance to share their music with new audiences and be...

Rochester, MN · 20h

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Druski skits not the same as systemic racism of blackface | Opinion

With Druski hosting "Saturday Night Live" and another episode of Halloween costumes gone wrong behind us, it seems like as good a time as any for another difficult conversation about race. It's a shame because Halloween has always been my favorite holiday. It’s the one time of the year when grown folks can dress up, act a little foolish, and pretend to be somebody else without anyone giving them a second look. Women put on sexy costumes that leave little to the imagination. Men dress as everything from Michael Myers to priests, superheroes, and just about anything else imaginable. That’s the beauty of Halloween. Nobody thinks twice about it. It’s all in good fun, but there’s one costume that should have been retired long ago: Blackface. Apparently, somebody forgot to deliver that message to a Burger King employee in Minnesota. Burger King worker serves drive-through customers in blackface On Oct. 31, a White woman working at a Burger King drive-through was recorded serving customers with her face painted shoe-polish black . The incident reportedly happened in Faribault, about an hour south of Minneapolis. When a Black customer confronted her, the employee offered an explanation that left me shaking my head.

Faribault, MN · 3d

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Dancing with the Northfield Stars sells out; livestream brings fundraiser home

Tickets for Saturday’s Dancing with the Northfield Stars are nearly gone, but organizers said residents can still watch, vote and give from home. Northfield Shares Executive Director Carrie Carroll said the in-person event at the Grand Event Center was sold out, with perhaps two tickets left. Northfield Live will stream the full program to the wider community.

Northfield, MN · 3d

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Rochester may get new golf clubhouse vendor at Soldiers Field

ROCHESTER, Minn. — The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation is recommending the Rochester Park Board authorize staff to negotiate a concession agreement with Uni Uni and Old Abe for the golf course clubhouse at Soldiers Field Memorial Park. The recommendation follows a request for proposals process authorized by...

Rochester, MN · 3d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 4d

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Paragon Theaters returns to Rochester

A familiar name in Rochester's movie theater scene is making a comeback. Paragon Theaters is returning to the city with a completely renovated space, new luxury amenities and a focus on keeping movies affordable.

Rochester, MN · 4d

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Mayo Stage Door raves about Chicago

From November 19th through the 22nd, Mayo Stage Door will present “Chicago Teen Edition,” directed by Mrs. Amy Monson, with assistant directors Jennifer Humke, Aaron Cole, Troy Kowalski, and Megan Shelley. The production is filled with murder, jazz, and a surprising amount of whimsy. The company is working hard to make sure that lights are in place, costumes are on point, and voices are in tune. Most people assume that theater just comes together eventually, with classic sayings like “the show must go on,” but student leaders working behind the curtain know that there’s a lot more work to be done than what meets the eye.

Rochester, MN · 6d

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Lake Park disc golf gets community-funded remodel

Winona is home to four disc golf courses, one of which is The Willows along East Lake Winona. This 20-hole course was built in 1980 and is currently receiving a major revamp and a unique feature. The Willows course winds around the edge and offers close up views of Sugar...

Winona, MN · 5d

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Paragon Theaters Reveals Opening Date & Luxury Upgrades for Rochester Location

Paragon Theaters is bringing a elevated cinema setup to Rochester. The company announced an opening date and explained the premium dine-in Lux Box options.

Rochester, MN · 7d

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A taste of the ‘50s: Chartwells brings back the supper club

The decade of the ‘50s can be remembered for many things, such as dancing, pastels, jukeboxes and pencil skirts. The feeling of that era was brought back to Winona State University by Chartwells this week in an effort to promote great food, community and the opportunity for students to try something new.

Winona, MN · 6d

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Dancing With The Warriors finale recap

The final night of the three-part Dancing With The Warriors event, hosted by the Warrior Entertainment Network and Dance Society, brought all the energy, passion and talent that Winona State’s Dance Program promotes to the stage. The final six pairs spent the week learning two dances to perform and...

Winona, MN · 6d