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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers can join the city's Parks and Recreation Department and RNeighborwoods to plant 150 boulevard trees in the Sunset Terrace neighborhood on Saturday, May 9. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. at Sunset Terrace Elementary (located on 19th Avenue Northwest) and welcomes all ages. KTTC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Olmsted County updated property damage counts from Friday’s tornado outbreak — Marion Township saw about 30 homes damaged, with 12 severely affected, Stewartville had eight homes with major damage and 15 residents displaced, while Quincy and Haverhill Townships reported minor damage. KTTC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ John Marshall High School will host a spring plant sale at the greenhouse (May 4 to 8, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and May 9, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.) to raise funds for its floral design class and offer students hands-on experience; the event has run for ten years. KTTC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rochester’s weather warning sirens are tested on the first Wednesday each month to check that they alert people outdoors of dangers such as tornadoes, hail (2 inches or larger) and winds (70 MPH). They help residents know when to seek safe shelter from stormy weather. KROC-AM
- ➤ With summer nearing, Minnesotans planning outdoor activities are advised to appreciate typically non-threatening animals like moose, black bears, and wolves while remaining cautious of deer, ticks, and geese that can pose risks — the guide offers practical tips for safe nature encounters. KROC-AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota Senate voted on Thursday to designate a four-mile stretch of Highway 58 in Zumbrota as the Officer/Firefighter Gary L. Schroeder Jr. Memorial Highway, honoring the 18-year veteran who retired for medical reasons and died in 2023 after battling PTSD. KIMT
- ➤ Olmsted County selected Oak View Group to operate the 80,000 sqft Graham Park exhibition center, which will host agricultural events, trade shows & cultural gatherings when it opens in early 2027; Michael Swanson was named general manager to oversee daily operations, event booking & strategic planning. KIMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jaden McDaniels led the Timberwolves to a 113-96 win over the Nuggets on Thursday night, putting them up 2-1 in the first-round NBA-playoffs series. Ayo Dosunmu and Donte DiVincenzo provided key support amid a dominant defensive performance. 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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Three Dog Night Concert
10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a day filled with iconic rock music from Three Dog Night.
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