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Rochester
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, severe storms produced four tornadoes in the area — two EF-2 tornadoes near Stewartville and Viola-Plainview and EF-0 and EF-1 tornadoes in Oslo and Potsdam that caused some home damage with no injuries reported. KTTC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The season two finale of Doc shows several Minnesota nods, including a reference to the Mayo (in Rochester) and a Timberwolves hat as the drama airs Tuesday at 8 p.m. CST. The show mixes genuine state touches with some creative liberties. KROC-AM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new salary report finds Rochester's average annual wage is $58,083—about $27.92 per hour, $1,116 weekly, and $4,840 monthly—while another source notes averages around $80,000; the report also lists 50 non-degree career options for boosting income. KROC-AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Teams from the National Weather Service in La Crosse released a damage survey from Friday's tornado outbreak that confirmed three touchdowns in Olmsted County, including an EF-2 that affected Rochester & nearby rural areas, injuring one person and damaging homes and farms. KIMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marion Rd. SE was closed Saturday from Vine Place SE to Walnut St SE for utility recovery following Friday's tornadoes that damaged over 50 homes + families welcomed displaced residents after an emergency shelter closed. Storm survey teams from the National Weather Service began damage assessments with results expected soon. KROC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mayo Clinic doctors in Rochester released a review that maps new ways to treat meningioma by using molecular tests and improved imaging (helping care teams make more precise treatment choices). The review outlines options like refined surgery and targeted drugs aimed at better patient care. KIMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Midwest Legends will open a new all-star cheerleading gym on May 2nd (6215 34th Ave NW, Suite 120 near the Roca climbing gym). The gym offers tumbling, clinics, and skill development for kids of all levels while building a strong community. KROC-AM
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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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