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Rochester
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Foster-Arend Park’s beach opened for the season Saturday and drew crowds on Memorial Day weekend as visitors swam, played in the sand and relaxed in warm weather — it also offers accessible features. KIMT
- ➤ Rochester’s Co-Cathedral is seeking donations to support its Seeds of Wisdom mission assisting over 300 students now in Ugandan refugee camps after civil war forced them from their school. Checks can be mailed to 11 4th Ave. SW. KIMT
- ➤ On Monday, May 25, Rochester residents gathered at Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial to honor local veterans during a Memorial Day program with heartfelt tributes and community remembrances. KTTC
- ➤ Chatfield retailer held a Memorial Day tribute at Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial to honor local fallen heroes while inviting community members to 'Taps of America' at Fleet Farm stores. KTTC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council awarded $238,495 in grants to 28 organizations + support arts programming in the region, with recipients chosen through a competitive review by the Art Advisory Panel. KIMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MnDOT is closing the I-90 exit ramps near Hwy. 63 today for crack and joint sealing on a key bridge (weather dependent timing). Crews start at 8:00 a.m. and finish by 4:00 p.m., and drivers should expect detours and flaggers. KROC
- ➤ Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has simplified the refund process for Rusco customers, letting them file a claim without a lawyer by sending a declaration to the trustee; claims must be submitted by July 1. KROC-AM
- ➤ Drivers exiting I-90 at Highway 63 north of Stewartville will see ramp closures today as crews seal bridge joints and cracks from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; detour signs direct traffic. The work is part of a project sealing 34 bridges in Mower and Olmsted counties. KIMT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Olmsted County Park Rx program is promoting local outdoor activities to boost mental health and reduce stigma. It connects residents with nature and available support services. KTTC
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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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