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Rochester
Monday, January 13th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Oronoco VFW hosted a breakfast to fundraise for the Eagles Cancer Telethon, aiming to match or exceed last year's contribution of $1,300. KTTC
- ➤ Over 100 friends and family members held a vigil to honor Rachel and Michael, whose deaths are being investigated as possible drug overdoses, highlighting their positive impact on the community. KIMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alonzo Darnell Kelly was sentenced to probation for making threats after pleading guilty but awaits sentencing for a separate 2023 Rochester shooting involvement. KROC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rochester, MN, receives a $2.5 million federal grant to plan a pedestrian and cyclist overpass on South Broadway to enhance safety and accessibility. KROC-AM
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Castle Con: A Tabletop Gaming Extravaganza
Castle Con is a weekend-long event in Rochester offering a wide variety of tabletop games, tournaments, and family-friendly activities for gamers of all levels.
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WIT Soirée: A French Culinary Evening at the Library
Experience an evening of French-themed cuisine, beverages, and motivational speakers while supporting the Rochester Public Library.
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MoonCats Live at Thesis Beer Project
MoonCats will be performing live at Thesis Beer Project in Rochester, MN.
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Let's Speak German!
A conversational event for German speakers of all skill levels, held in the Define conference room at One Discovery Square.
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Rochester Area Outdoor Enthusiasts Interest Night
Outdoor enthusiasts interested in joining RGS & AWS can meet and socialize with fellow upland hunters at Forager Brewery and Cafe.
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Thomas Sticha Live at Forager Brewery
Thomas Sticha will perform live music at Forager Brewery and Cafe in Rochester.
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It’s Snow Crazy 2025: A Family-Friendly Snow Games Festival
Experience an afternoon filled with various snow-related games and activities, including Ice Bowling, Snowball Toss, and maple snow candy making at Quarry Hill Park.
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