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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fierce storm damaged over 50 homes in Olmsted County Friday, prompting agencies to open temporary shelters in Rochester and ask residents to submit damage assessments (no injuries were reported). KROC-AM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cub Foods at 1021 15th Ave. SE in Rochester offers 50% off on discontinued bulk nuts & candies while supplies last, with signs posted just past produce before the meat section. Shoppers can take advantage of these savings today. KROC-AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ AJR has been added to the 2026 Minnesota State Fair Grandstand lineup with special guests Quinn XCII and Avery Cochrane, adding a new musical vibe to the fair. Tickets went on sale Friday, Apr. 17 at 10 a.m. and range from $49.50 to $105.75. KROC-AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Catholic School principal Amy Heimer is in the top five for America’s Favorite Teacher and could win $25,000 and a trip to Hawaii if she wins the contest. Voting closes Thursday, April 23. KTTC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent tornadoes caused damage in southeast Olmsted County near Marion and in SE Rochester. Cleanup is underway — residents are advised to wear boots and jeans to avoid injuries. KIMT
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12th Annual Timmay 5k Run/Walk
9-11 a.m. — Silver Lake Park - East Shelter — Registration fees apply — Raise awareness for organ donation while enjoying a morning run or walk in the community.
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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — May 2 — Rochester, Minnesota — Entry fees apply — Experience a spirited community run in the heart of Rochester.
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Gold Rush Antique Show
8 a.m.-6 p.m. — Graham Arena Complex — Admission good all three days — Explore hundreds of vendors offering antiques, collectibles, and unique finds.
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The SpongeBob Musical
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Rochester Civic Theatre — Adults $37, Seniors $32, Students $29 — Join SpongeBob and friends in a race against a volcano to save Bikini Bottom.
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Med City Marathon
7 a.m. — Rochester International Airport — Registration required — Experience the unique challenge of a 20-mile race in the scenic surroundings of Rochester, Minnesota.
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