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Rochester
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At around 1:30 a.m. Wednesday at Oakland Estates Mobile Home Park, a mobile home fire injured Susan Roche (69) who is now stable and receiving treatment at Regions Hospital Burn Center while her partner (76) died and investigators work to determine the cause. KTTC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Minnesota dropped to $2.58 per gallon this week (a 6.3-cent decline) while the national average rose to $2.87; ongoing refinery maintenance may push prices higher as summer demand grows. KROC-AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office welcomed two dogs from Paws and Claws last Thursday. Yellow lab Oliv became its first Crisis K9 with Deputy Rian Jones + Molly joined narcotics detection at the Adult Detention Center with Detention Deputy Franck Nourry-Cabrol. KROC-AM
- ➤ Rochester City Council will review preservation funding for two downtown historic buildings Wednesday—$500,000 for the Olmsted County Bank and $6,320 for Kruesel’s—to boost historic preservation downtown as part of the DMC Downtown Infrastructure Investment Program approved by the DMCC Board. KTTC
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents are enjoying a warm, sunny weekend by exploring Cooke Park—featuring pickleball courts and baseball fields—and Quarry Hill Nature Center, which offers scenic wooded trails for walks. Many families are taking advantage of the mild weather to get outdoors. KIMT
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Spanish Conversation Meetup
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Rochester Public Library — Free entry — Practice your Spanish speaking skills in a friendly group setting.
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Next Stop Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — LC's Venue — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy a fresh lineup of stand-up comedians at this local favorite.
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Kubernetes Administration Training
Feb 23–25 — Huntington Learning Center Rochester — $2490 — Learn Kubernetes to manage containerized applications and prepare for the CKA exam.
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Rend Collective Concert
7-10 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Tickets required — Experience a joyous evening of folk-infused worship music with Rend Collective from Northern Ireland.
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French Conversation Coffee Hour
2-3:30 p.m. — Café Aquí — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy coffee hour to practice your French and meet fellow enthusiasts.
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Rochester Dance Company's Robin Hood
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Rochester Civic Theatre — $18 per ticket — Experience a thrilling dance tale of Robin Hood and his adventures set to a fun blend of music for the whole family.
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Charlotte's Web
Noon, 2 p.m. — Rochester Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tale of friendship and courage in this family-friendly adaptation of a beloved classic.
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Gary Allan Concert
7:30-11 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices available — Enjoy a night of country music at the Mayo Civic Center with Gary Allan.
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2026 Midwest Motorsports Expo
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — $10 for adults, kids 10 & under free — Explore a one-day show featuring over 60 high-performance dealers and manufacturers from around the country.
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The Seasons Ice Dance Performance
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Rochester Recreation Center — Ticket options available — Experience the artistry and athleticism of world-class skaters in a dazzling ice dance performance.
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