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Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dave — known as the Dahlia Doc — grows over 350 dahlias in his garden and shares local tips on planting, care and winterizing tubers. His guidance covers planting after frost passes, staking tall plants and storing tubers properly so vibrant blooms can return after the first frost. KTTC
- ➤ Soldiers Field Memorial Park improvements won a statewide award for enhancing design and community appeal, officials said yesterday. The upgrades boost access & honor the park’s historic legacy. KTTC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Spud Truck will soon debut in Med City as part of Rochester's growing food truck scene, offering giant loaded baked potatoes and a build-your-own option with classic+creative toppings; no debut date or location has been announced. KROC-AM
- ➤ Mayo Clinic reported nearly $5.5 billion in revenue during the first quarter, with net operating income rising to $398 million (a $39 million increase from last year) and a 6% rise in salary and benefit costs. The clinic saw an 8.1% boost in revenue from its medical services. KROC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Riverside Music Series will begin Sunday, July 12 at Mayo Park (behind the Mayo Civic Center) with Vertical Horizon and run weekly through Sunday, Aug. 9 with additional acts including Sister Sledge and Better Than Ezra. KROC-AM
- ➤ TV personality and food expert Alton Brown will bring his theatrical cooking show, An Evening of Alton Brown, with cooking demos, music and science to the Mayo Civic Center on Friday, Nov. 6. Tickets for the event go on sale this Friday. KTTC
- ➤ Today, the History Center of Olmsted County will use $2.3M from the Minnesota Legislature to begin essential upgrades to its museum building while fundraising continues for additional exhibit and classroom space; the effort is part of its 10-year master plan begun in 2023. KIMT
- ➤ Music Downtown kicked off this week at Peace Plaza offering free live music every weekday during summer; today, local artists perform with Eleanor Sievers (11 AM to 1 PM) and Ted Eckhardt (4 PM to 6 PM) leading the lineup. Check local social media for updated schedules. KROC-AM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Cooling costs will rise 8.5% this summer as higher fuel prices and longer hot spells push households to adjust thermostat settings to 78 and follow the 4x4 rule — experts say bills may hit $778, almost 37% higher than in 2020. KROC-AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A tornado relief team organized by Marion Road Christian Church and guidance from the American Red Cross began contacting verified victims Tuesday to offer application help while warning residents (via the Olmsted County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management) that scammers may ask for sensitive financial information. KIMT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The American Cooperative of Rochester is selling 95 shares for a Med City housing cooperative; a $200,000 share offers a 950- to 1,934-sqft home with parking and storage. Construction will begin when 60% of shares are sold at a site (corner of 18th Ave NW and 55th St NW). KIMT
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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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SOULED OUT Wrestling Event
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Historic Chateau Theatre — Tickets on sale now — Witness the unveiling of the powerful team ‘Souled Out’ in an unforgettable wrestling showdown.
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Breakthrough Basketball Ball Handling and Scoring Camp
Ball Handling and Scoring Skills — June 9-11 — Rochester Community and Technical College — Registration needed — Improve your dribbling, shooting, and overall game skills at this high-intensity camp.
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AACA Annual Meeting 2026
Various times — Rochester, MN — Registration required — Explore the latest in higher education research and career opportunities.
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Treat Trot - Rochester
7-10 a.m. — Rochester, Minnesota — Registration fees apply — Beat the heat running a 5k/10k/15k course and earn a treat!
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