Monday, May 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester residents donated 14 pallets of food to the Salvation Army during Saturday’s Stamp Out Hunger event + the agency said rising grocery prices have increased the need at the food shelf and donations are accepted year-round. KIMT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Pal Dak Wal, 20, and his passenger Maatwal Dak Wal, 21, were hurt in a one-vehicle crash when a 2014 Ford Fusion went off U.S. Highway 14 at about 8:39 a.m. on Sunday near mile marker 204 in Kalmar Township, and both were taken to St. Marys Hospital in Rochester with non-life threatening injuries. KIMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 34-year-old Illinois man, Deander Pulliam, who missed his February sentencing hearing, was placed on probation after leading a 120 mph chase on Highway 52 in Rochester—he was arrested over Labor Day weekend near Chatfield—facing charges of fleeing police, reckless driving, and driving without a license. KROC-AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Mother's Day, Minnesota marked its first year with the new state flag after the design change last May. Local flag seller Lee Herold—who has sold flags since 1992—said he saw more flag sales as people showed divided views about replacing the old flag. KTTC
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Anastasia - ASL Interpreted Performance
7-11 p.m. — Rochester Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical performance of Anastasia with ASL interpretation and audio description.
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Ryan Sullivan Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Forager Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of acoustic tunes with Ryan Sullivan, a talented solo guitarist and singer-songwriter.
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Meet the Doulas
9:30-11:00 a.m. — People's Food Co-op — Free entry — Connect with local doulas to learn about support for your birth and postpartum recovery.
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Global Executive Healthcare Summit 2025
May 29-30 — Mayo Clinic — Attendance credits available — Engage with global healthcare leaders and explore the future of medical practice.
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June Meet-Up for Female Entrepreneurs in Rochester
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Connect and create your brand kit in a hands-on workshop led by Izzy Waite.
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German Language Conversation Group
4-6 p.m. — Define Conference Room — Free entry — Practice your German language skills with others in a relaxed, friendly environment.
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Middle School Summer Camp
8 AM – 3 PM — RCTC Heintz Center — Free entry — An immersive four-day experience for sixth and seventh graders filled with exciting activities.
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