Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
Good morning, Rochester.
🏘️ Community
Mayo Clinic has announced creative names for 13 downtown cranes—including fan favorites like Purple Crane and ICU Up There—as part of its Bold.
Forward. Unbound. expansion, and Rochester residents can vote on their favorites, with a special kids category, through Monday, March 30.
Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo are opening four new camper cabins mid-summer for $75 per night.
Each cabin sleeps up to six and features a small kitchen with A/C and heat, and guests will share park bathrooms — dogs are not allowed inside the cabins.
💼 Business
Buc-ee’s expands into eight new states this year+ including Wisconsin, while Minnesota remains off the list.
Residents must drive to Oak Creek to experience the new store under construction until any official plans for Minnesota emerge.
📰 Lifestyle
A new study by Action Network shows that Minnesota ranks as the third luckiest state, credited with high credit scores, low accidental death rates, and many lottery wins.
Rochester residents benefit from a report highlighting financial stability and safety (23 major lottery wins boosted its ranking).
🎉 Rochester Events
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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.
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.
World Ballet Company: Cinderella
7-9 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Cost details not provided — Experience a magical Broadway-style ballet adaptation of Cinderella featuring a cast of 40 international dancers.
The Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
7-9 p.m. — Historic Chateau Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting jazz sounds of The Glenn Miller Orchestra live with classic hits.
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