Good morning, Rochester.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.