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Rochester Park Board votes to re-enter negotiations with Townies for Soldiers Field concessions

(ABC 6 News) — A motion failed to begin negotiations with Uni Uni Bubble Tea and Old Abe Coffee Shop to take over as concessions operator at Soldiers Field Memorial Park on Tuesday. A crowd of supporters packed into the parks and recreation board meeting, as the board discussed the future of concessions at Solders […]

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Gov. Walz authorizes disaster assistance after flooding in southern Minnesota

(ABC 6 News) – Gov. Tim Walz authorized state disaster assistance Wednesday for four counties in southern Minnesota after historic September flooding. The aid will support Fillmore, Houston, Steele and Waseca counties after intense rainfall caused flooding, mudslides, road closures and damage to homes and property. The governor said he was grateful to the emergency […]

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Pine Island city council race won by coin flip

(ABC 6 News) — A Pine Island city council race that is tied was decided by a coin flip on Thursday. Incumbent, Delana Weis, and challenger, Dominick Pahl, each received 711 votes. The coin landed heads, which meant Delana Weis claimed the victory in the race.

Pine Island, MN · 1d

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Red Wing School Board Meetings

The Red Wing School Board will have back-to-back meetings today. Members will convene as the canvassing board at 4:45 p.m. and then at 5 p.m. for their workshop. Both will be in Red Wing High School room J110. The special meeting will certify the Nov. 3 election results for the...

Red Wing, MN · 2d

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Townies May Have Been Saved - Second Chance After Over 2,500 Sign Petition

Is Townies closing? Not yet. The Rochester Park Board will negotiate a new agreement with the Soldiers Field concessions operator.

Rochester, MN · 1d

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Measles Cases Continue to Rise Across Minnesota

(Martin County) Martin County health officials are encouraging residents to check their vaccination status as measles cases continue to rise across Minnesota. The state has reported 80 measles cases, its highest total in 36 years, including an outbreak of 63 cases in Fillmore and Todd counties since mid-September. No cases have been reported in Martin County or surrounding counties. The M-M-R vaccination rate in Martin County currently stands at 75 percent, well below the 95 percent rate health officials would like to see. Officials say flu, COVID and R-S-V activity is beginning to increase as respiratory illness season gets underway. People are being encouraged to talk with their medical providers about vaccinations, particularly those who may have missed a recommended dose. Faribault-Martin County Public Health offers vaccination services, including assistance for people who are uninsured or underinsured.

Martin County, MN · 2d

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Townies gets another chance to negotiate future at Soldiers Field Park

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KIMT) — Townies Philly Kitchen & Bar has another opportunity to negotiate its future at Soldiers Field Park after the Rochester Park Board declined to move forward with a staff recommendation to replace the current concessionaire. Townies to close Soldiers Field location as city recommends new concessionaire.

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Rochester City Council holding special meeting

(ABC 6 News) — The Rochester City Council is set to have a special meeting Monday afternoon to finalize the November general election results. Starting at 3 p.m. at the Government Center, council members plan to adopt a resolution declaring the November 3rd election results. At 3:30 p.m., the council is also holding a study […]

Rochester, MN · 3d

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Gov. Tim Walz approves state disaster aid for Fillmore, Houston, Steele and Waseca counties

Minnesota · 1d

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Olmsted County is rewriting 40-year-old zoning rules, and you can have your say

PINE ISLAND — Olmsted County is inviting residents to share their thoughts on updated land development rules at a drop-in event. The Olmsted County Planning department will host a "Meet the Planner" session on Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Van Horn Public Library at 115 Third Street Southeast in Pine Island. The informal gathering is part of the county's effort to rewrite its zoning and subdivision ordinances for the first time in 40 years.

Olmsted County, MN · 3d

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Midterms ended in a blue wave. Minnesota farmers have mixed feelings about it.

ListenMidterms ended in a blue wave. Minnesota farmers have mixed feelings about it. Democrats are poised to take control of the U.S. House and Senate, as well as the Minnesota Legislature in January. That’s a fact that Steele County farmer Jason Keck isn't too happy about. He thinks the Minnesota...

Minnesota · 3d

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Rochester pilot tests heat pumps, efficiency upgrades in low-income housing

ROCHESTER, Minn. — The City of Rochester's Sustainability Division and First Homes have finished energy efficiency upgrades in two apartments at Center Street Village Apartments. The project combined high-efficiency heating and cooling systems with weatherization improvements to support resident comfort and reduce energy costs. Federal funding through the U.S....

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Rochester community survey shows how residents view the city

Over 4,500 families were surveyed and a majority agreed parking and transport remains target issues while safety is a positive.

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Rochester resident starts petition urging pause on Townies deal

(ABC 6 News) – A Rochester resident is stepping up and calling out the city and park board to hold off any taking any action against Townies. The move comes one day after Townies made the announcement that it would be closing its doors at the Soldiers Field Clubhouse by the end of the year. […]

Rochester, MN · 5d

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Rochester Mayor Kim Norton reflects on nearly 8 years in office

(ABC 6 News) – Rochester Mayor Kim Norton is leaving office after nearly 30 years in elected service from serving as a state legislator, Rochester school board member and the city’s mayor. Norton was first elected mayor of Rochester in 2018. Since then, she led the state’s third-largest city through the pandemic, protests after the […]

Rochester, MN · 4d

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Olmsted County recycling facility on track for 2027 opening

ROCHESTER, Minn. — Construction on Olmsted County's materials recovery facility has entered its seventh month, with the steel building frame now taking shape and major foundation work complete. The facility will sort recyclables so they can be reused instead of being thrown away. County officials say the project will...

Olmsted County, MN · 3d

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Olmsted County canvassing board to certify 2026 General Election results today

(ABC 6 News) – The Olmsted County canvassing board is set to review and certify the 2026 General Election results on Tuesday. Officials said election results become official only after certification by the canvassing board. The process is open to the public and starts at 2 p.m. in the Olmsted County Elections Office. The county […]

Olmsted County, MN · 2d

Waseca County News

Long-awaited Steele County 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 · 4d

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W-K Veterans Day Events

This Veterans Day, Wabasha and Kellogg and area residents are invited to come together to honor those who have serve. This Veterans Day, the community has two wonderful opportunities to do just that. On Wednesday, at 8 am it’s Coffee & Donuts with the students in the St. Felix Auditorium....

Wabasha, MN · 2d

Fillmore County Journal