Good morning, Rochester.

Popus Gourmet Popcorn's downtown location (corner of 1st Ave and 2nd Street) will close by the end of March because its lease expired, and the family business is actively searching for a new home to keep serving over 50 handcrafted gourmet flavors in the city.

Kirkland’s at 2232 Third Ave SE in the Golden Hills Retail Center now displays 'Store Closing' and 'Everything Must Go' signs and will close on April 13 — the decision follows revised plans by Bed Bath & Beyond.

Olmsted County is updating its parks master plans after gathering input from over 800 residents between June and October 2025, and the Parks and Trails department will present the plans for approval in late 2026 — with additional feedback expected this summer to enhance nature-based recreation and accessible amenities.

Recent research shows that colorectal cancer rates are rising among adults aged 20 to 49, and doctors recommend screenings to catch it early.

A Mayo Clinic oncologist noted a jump from one in six to one in four patients (changes not linked to gene mutations) while experts examine potential environmental factors.

State data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows that most of southeast Minnesota has few RSV hospitalizations, although Steele County remains high risk (with two cases representing a rate three times the state average).

Counties like Rice and Goodhue report moderate risk, and Olmsted is low risk.

Mayo Clinic Proceedings is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a centennial reception on April 25 at the Rochester campus.

The journal began in 1926 as the Bulletin of the Mayo Clinic and Mayo Foundation and has shared landmark medical breakthroughs over the decades.

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.