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Rochester
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After an EF2 tornado hit homes along Marion Road SE in Olmsted County last Friday, local resident Lincoln Ruggeberg of Links Outdoor Services led crews in clearing debris and helping neighbors. Volunteers and professional crews joined the recovery — proving the community’s resilience. KIMT
- ➤ High Plains Co-operative in Plainview is giving free pizza + water, soda, and ice to residents affected by Friday’s tornadoes in the Rochester area. General manager Rita Klassen said the gesture helps families without power and cleanup crews, and the store will continue its aid in the coming days. KTTC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Minnesota fell 8 cents to $3.66 per gallon over the past week; experts warn that rising oil prices + geopolitical tensions could drive prices up again soon. KROC-AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Bernie Sanders & Lt Gov Peggy Flanagan will host a rally at John Marshall High School on Saturday, May 2 at 5 p.m. as part of his Fighting the Oligarchy Tour. KTTC
- ➤ Xcel Energy reminds drivers to slow down near construction zones during National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 20 to 24 and urges motorists to obey posted signs & flagger directions for safe travel. KROC-AM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Timberwolves rallied for a 119-114 win on Monday night as Anthony Edwards scored 30 and Julius Randle added 24 points to tie the series with the Denver Nuggets. Game 3 will be held in Minneapolis on Thursday. KTTC
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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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