Good morning, Rochester.

Cafe Steam has announced the grand opening of its new location across from St. Mary's.

The shop will welcome the community on Monday, Mar. 16 with limited hours (6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and free coffee for the first 50 customers, with regular service beginning Tuesday.

Culver’s co-founder Craig C.

Culver headlined the RAEDI meeting yesterday at 11:30 a.m. at the Rochester International Event Center; RAEDI shared 2025 achievements & outlined 2026 economic strategies for local business partners.

Rochester state senators support a bill that will ban cell phone use for K-8 students and restrict high school classroom use, citing research that shows phone distractions hurt learning (with exceptions for emergencies and medical needs).

Gray Media launches Aging Untold, a 30-minute conversation program offering guidance for aging adults and families.

The show debuts Monday, Mar. 2 and airs weekdays at 2:30 p.m. on KTTC (full episodes are available on the KTTC News and Roku apps).

Rochester residents can boost heart health with eight simple tips — check blood pressure, dance for ten minutes, swap sugary drinks, take the stairs, breathe deeply, get enough sleep, talk to family about history, and laugh more.

This advice comes amid rising concerns about heart disease and focuses on wellness.

Seasons Hospice will host its annual Memories of the Heart event on Thursday at Christ United Methodist Church with a 5:45 p.m. reception, 6:15 p.m. choral prelude and 6:30 p.m. service—honoring those cared for by the hospice under the theme From Darkness to Light.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Highland Romance: A Kid's Concert Experience

3-9:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket required for entry — A vibrant concert journey through art and classical storytelling for children.