Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester's Silver Lake Pool will reopen on Sunday, June 8 after its final inspection.

The facility features a 25-yard pool, ramp, climbing wall, basketball hoop, new pool house and splash pad — all part of phase one of the Silver Lake Master Plan and funded by City Council and grants.

Channel One Regional Food Bank received over 63,000 lbs of food from Cub Foods' closure on May 30 and expects about 80,000 lbs, which will yield roughly 100,000 meals (amid a 71% increase in food insecurity across the 14 counties they serve).

Downtown Mezza9 Cafe and Desserts will close on June 30 because owner Sammi Loo said high rent and lower foot traffic cut into sales, prompting the shutdown.

Nine local apprentices signed contracts on June 3, setting the stage for hands-on vocational training & skill development in the community.

The agreements mark a step forward in local workforce growth and open promising career opportunities.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency removed Lake Zumbro from the impaired list after more than 20 years of community efforts — dredging, shoreline protection and improved farming practices led to cleaner water.

The Olmsted County Board voted for $100,000 to support key dredging projects next year and in 2028.

The City of Rochester will host open houses on June 16 at Spyhouse Coffee Roasters (601 2nd Street SW) and on June 30 via Teams to review its Reimagining Sixth Avenue W project that will create safer streets, wider sidewalks, and more green space to better connect local neighborhoods.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester announced a partnership with Microsoft on Jun.

3 to develop a new AI model aimed at improving patient care — the collaboration will focus on integrating advanced technology into health services.

Mayo Clinic advises applying sunscreen daily and using cool remedies to ease sunburn pain while warning that a blistering burn in youth more than doubles melanoma risk.

Extra care is needed when spending time near pools or beaches due to extra UV reflection.

A Rochester provider lost Medicaid funding on Wednesday, Jun.

3, affecting 120 clients who rely on its care & prompting officials to work on alternative support. The change may lead to adjustments in service as solutions are explored.

The historic jailhouse in Wykoff, about 40 miles south of Rochester, is now an Airbnb offering overnight stays in original jail cells.

Guests can enjoy amenities (such as Wi-Fi, a TV, and an outdoor patio with a fire pit) along with a playground and picnic area nearby.

The Rochester Park Board voted to work with the Curling Club on plans for a privately funded indoor curling facility at Gamehaven Regional Park.

Staff will draft an agreement outlining goals as the club plans fundraising this year to open the 31,000 sqft venue with six curling sheets in 2028.

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.

AACA Annual Meeting 2026

Various times — Rochester, MN — Registration required — Explore the latest in higher education research and career opportunities.

Sal Vulcano's Everything’s Fine Tour

5-7 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN — Tickets available — Enjoy brand-new stand-up from the comedic genius of Impractical Jokers.

Carden Spectacular Circus

5:00 – 6:30 PM — Graham Arena Complex — Tickets start at $57 — Experience an unforgettable circus event in Rochester.