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Rochester
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Public Library is hosting a green thumb open house today and will distribute over 10,000 seed packets (vegetables, herbs and edible flowers) with a scavenger hunt and garden art from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event encourages residents to grow their own food. KTTC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 53-year-old woman reported missing earlier this month in Rochester was found safe in another state — police said. KROC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bert Kreischer will perform his Permission to Party World Tour at the Mayo Civic Center Arena in Rochester on Friday, March 13 (tickets are available at the box office and Ticketmaster). KROC-AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Public Schools held a STEM fair on Friday where students in grades 6-12 presented projects on topics like water filtration and artificial intelligence (with representatives from Mayo Clinic, IBM and Homestead in attendance) that sparked interest in STEM careers. KTTC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A total lunar eclipse will show a coppery red blood moon Tuesday, Mar. 3, starting at 5:04 a.m. in Minnesota. The eclipse will last 58 minutes (weather permitting) for those with a clear view of the western sky. KROC-AM
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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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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.
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