Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester’s Thursdays Downtown event will shift locations this summer due to planned downtown construction — the series will run on 2nd and 4th St. SW with vendors on 1st and 2nd Ave. SW, starting on June 12 and continuing every Thursday from 11 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. except July 3.

Entertainers and vendors have until March 30 and March 31, respectively, to submit their applications.

Rochester Police arrested 48-year-old Juan Abel Ochoa on August 22 after a warrant search of his vehicle found 599 grams of meth and 234 grams of cocaine; the Olmsted County Court sentenced him to five years probation + a stayed 14-month prison term if he violates its terms.

Mayo Clinic made its biggest annual investment in downtown Rochester last year when it spent $176.2 million as work began on its $5 billion expansion.

A report from Destination Medical Center shows that the healthcare giant has invested over $1 billion since 2013 while other private investors added $9.3 million.

Rochester announced Wednesday it earned a AAA credit rating from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s — the rating reflects the city’s strong regional economy and solid finances and will help lower borrowing costs; the city has held this high rating for nearly 50 years since first earning it in 1977.

Rochester Public Works is installing all-way stop signs at the intersection of 14th Avenue SW and Peace Garden Drive SW today because backups have intermittently blocked the Mayo Clinic St. Marys emergency entrance.

The stop signs will remain until a mini-roundabout is built in 2026 — weather permitting.

Rhett Carroll, 8, marked three years in remission from a rare kidney tumor he was diagnosed with just before his fifth birthday; his treatment at Mayo Clinic involved surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and a bone marrow transplant—he now enjoys building LEGO sets and playing on his family farm.

Succulent Zen Garden Workshop

2-3 p.m. | Sargent's on 2nd | $25 registration fee deducted from purchases | Create your own indoor succulent garden with guidance and all materials provided.

Rochester Minnesota Female Entrepreneurs Meet-Up

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Connect with fellow female entrepreneurs and share ideas in a supportive networking environment.

Priority Construction Bull Riding Challenge

7 p.m. — Graham Arena Complex — Ticketed event — Experience thrilling bull riding and concerts at this annual sold-out event.

Let's Speak German!

4-6 p.m. — Define Conference Room at One Discovery Square — Free entry — Engage in a welcoming environment for all skill levels to practice German conversational skills.

Watercolor Florals Class

12:00 – 4:15 PM — Sargent's on 2nd — Materials included — Create stunning watercolor and charcoal floral art with guidance from local artist Willow.

The Dink Minor League Pickleball Tournament

7 p.m. — Chip Shots — Join fellow pickleball enthusiasts in a local tournament showcasing community spirit and sporting fun.

German Language Conversation Group

4-6 p.m. — One Discovery Square — Free entry — Practice your German skills in a friendly and inclusive environment.

UX Bootcamp: Graphic Design Training

9 a.m. — Rochester Community and Technical College: Department of Art+Design — Varies — Gain practical skills in graphic design with comprehensive training in Adobe tools.

Let’s Speak German!

4-6 p.m. — Define Conference Room at One Discovery Square — Free entry — All skill levels welcome to practice German conversation in a friendly setting.

Easter Brunch

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — 1635 US-52, Rochester, MN — Reservations required — Enjoy a delightful Easter meal with friends and family in a cozy setting.

11th Annual TIMMAY 5k Fun RUN/ WALK

Fun Walk/ Run to Promote Organ Donor Awareness. Proceeds support The Gift Of Life Transplant House.