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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A milk truck rolled on County Road 158 NW in Oronoco around 1:45 a.m. Monday, spilling about 49,000 gallons of milk into a ditch while the driver remained unharmed and the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office worked with the county highway department to contain and clean up the spill. KTTC
- ➤ A fire damaged WIP Fitness at 1318 Apache Drive Southwest around 4:15 a.m. Monday with heavy smoke and significant damage to the second floor and roof; firefighters put out the flames and hot spots and no injuries were reported while the cause remains under investigation. KTTC
- ➤ A milk truck crashed overnight on County Road 158 NW in Olmsted County at about 1:45 a.m.—officers say the truck rolled into a ditch and spilled 49,000 gallons of milk while the driver was unharmed and cleanup is underway. KIMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials said that unforeseen utility challenges have delayed a major Rochester road project—detours for North Broadway and 14th St. now remain until May 8. The project to convert a busy former U.S. highway into a city street is slated to complete its second phase by fall. KROC-AM
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11th Annual TIMMAY 5k Fun RUN/ WALK
Fun Walk/ Run to Promote Organ Donor Awareness. Proceeds support The Gift Of Life Transplant House.
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Python for Scientists Training Class
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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