Good morning, Rochester.

Voting is underway in Minnesota Energy Resources’ safe digging campaign—customers may vote as often as they like until 11:59 p.m. on April 21.

The contest features the top ten dogs from across the state, including four from southeast Minnesota, and the winning ambassadog will be announced before the end of April.

Rochester police found an unassembled ghost gun during a raid on a home in the 2550 block of Boulder Ridge Dr after a disorderly call on April 2—officers later tied the gun to 21-year-old Thout Nathan Aguek, who made his first court appearance Thursday morning and was released without bail.

A 29-year-old Oakdale man pled guilty to a felony for fleeing police after a high-speed chase on Highway 52 near Zumbrota that saw his car push nearly 125 mph, and was sentenced this week to five years on probation — which includes a one-year prison term that may be enforced, a $1000 fine and about $1300 in restitution.

A man from Oakdale drove nearly 125 mph on Highway 52 near Zumbrota on October 8, 2023 when a trooper spotted him speeding, and he later pleaded guilty to felony fleeing police after sideswiping a patrol car — he was sentenced to probation with a prison term stayed for one year, a $1,000 fine and about $1,300 in restitution.

At Mayo Clinic, family members remembered 8-year-old Kambrynn Ronningen during the 11th annual Day of Remembrance for organ donors.

Her donation—made after a car accident last November—helped save or improve the lives of three people.

SEIU Healthcare MN and IA members at Mayo Clinic St. Marys celebrated huge gains for 1,600 frontline healthcare workers after a yearlong fight for fair contracts; a three-person arbitration board approved wage increases from 16.5% to 41% and back pay from April 23rd, while a press conference is scheduled for today at 11 a.m. outside Mayo St. Marys at the corner of 2nd Street SW — 14th Avenue SW.

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.

Unleash the SHE Run 2025 Rochester

All day — Little Thistle Brewing — Cost varies — Participate in a community-focused 5K, 10K, and family-friendly events supporting ovarian cancer awareness.

11th Annual TIMMAY 5k Fun RUN/ WALK

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

Python for Scientists Training Class

Apr 28 - May 2 — Hawthorne Education Center — $2090 — Enhance your skills with hands-on Python training tailored for scientific applications.

DJ Bingo Night

7-8:30 p.m. — The Workshop Food Hall & Bar — Free entry — Test your musical knowledge with a fun twist on bingo as you match song clips on the TVs.

May Rochester Minnesota Female Entrepreneurs Meet-Up

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Connect with fellow female entrepreneurs in a structured networking format for meaningful conversations.

Charlie Parr Concert

6-7 p.m. — Historic Chateau Theatre — $25 adv. // $35 dos — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Minnesota's folk troubadour, Charlie Parr, as he brings his deep-rooted musical tradition to life.

Gran Jaripeo, Mexican Rodeo

2:00 PM to 12:00 AM — Graham Park — $60 — Experience the vibrant culture of the Mexican rodeo with music, food, and thrilling rodeo events.

Gold Rush Antiques Show

All day — Graham Park — Free admission with wristband — Explore unique antiques and vintage finds from across the U.S. at this 53rd annual treasure hunter's paradise.