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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Plainview man Daniel Wade Wood, 48, pleaded guilty to interfering with privacy at home after police discovered a hidden camera in a woman's bedroom (images from April to May were found on his phone).  KROC

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Rochester City Council is meeting today as the City Economic Development Authority to vote on a Tax Increment Financing District that will support the Citywalk Apartment project at the southwest corner of 2nd Street and 6th Avenue Southwest on the former Just Rite Grocery Store property—this project now includes 340 residential units with structured parking and a plan to keep 76 affordable units for 20 years. The nearly $150 million project will begin construction before the end of this year and finish by the end of 2027.  KROC
  • The Minnesota Senate passed a bipartisan pension bill that allocates $80 million in FY26—27 and another $80 million in FY28—29 to support public workers. The bill included cost of living adjustments for law enforcement, reduced early retirement penalties for some teachers, and modifications to duty disability benefits while establishing a group to address probation officer concerns.  KIMT

SPORTS NEWS

  • Last Sunday, the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series hosted its first race at Gamehaven Scout Reservation with over 400 athletes competing while race proceeds benefited local trails. The volunteer-run nonprofit will run a 10-race series—featuring races for kids, beginners, and advanced riders—that supports mountain biking across Minnesota and western Wisconsin.  KTTC

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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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.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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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.

    Tue, 6/10/25

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  • Let's Speak German!

    4-6 p.m. — Define Conference Room — Free entry — Engage in conversation in a friendly environment with coffee available for early arrivals.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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