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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Police responded to the theft of a 15-year-old's fishing pole near Silver Lake by buying him a new rod after he filed a report—his father said he was in tears and both expressed gratitude for the help from nearby Burger King employees. KIMT
- ➤ Rochesterfest 2025 will begin on June 21 at Soldiers Field Park and run until June 28, featuring free events and activities. The festival offers music acts, a veterans memorial walk on June 23, a Million Dollar Shootout, and a parade on June 28 plus local discounts for those wearing themed buttons. KROC-AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Izayah Frazier, an inmate serving a five-year sentence for a shooting, is charged with check fraud—he is accused of depositing six checks totaling $5,993.88 at a local credit union and withdrawing $3,998 before the fraud was discovered. KROC-AM
- ➤ On Christmas Day last year, Rochester police stopped 33-year-old Anthony Dominique Lindsey for an equipment violation and found him smoking marijuana as a female passenger tried to hide a baggie, a search revealing nearly 84 grams of methamphetamine and 2 grams of cocaine before he pleaded guilty to first-degree drug possession and DWI and received a six-month jail sentence with work-release and two-year probation as part of the Olmsted County Drug Court treatment program. KROC
- ➤ A 33-year-old Rochester man, Anthony Dominique Lindsey, was sentenced after a Christmas Day drug bust where officers found nearly 84 grams of methamphetamine and about 2 grams of cocaine following a failed sobriety test, and he received a six-month jail sentence with work-release and probation while being accepted into the Olmsted County Drug Court treatment program—if he fails probation, he could face a 115-month prison term. KROC-AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Xcel Energy reported in its annual Sustainability Report that it cut carbon emissions from electricity by 57% below 2005 levels and will work to reach 100% carbon-free power by 2050 — CEO Bob Frenzel said the company remains committed to reliable, sustainable energy. KROC-AM
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch in Stewartville is hosting its 39th Annual National Wheelchair Sports Camp, a six-day event with more than a dozen activities such as water-skiing and zip-lining that will run until Thursday. Camp director Craig Blanchette said the camp featured American Paralympian Daniel Romanchuk’s address on Sunday—strong bonds helped participants connect, and plans include a 40th anniversary celebration next year with special events for veterans. KTTC
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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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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.
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German Language Conversation Meetup
4-6 p.m. — One Discovery Square — Free entry — Practice your German skills in a friendly, all-levels welcome atmosphere.
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Open House: Spacious 6-Bedroom Home
5:30-7 p.m. — 2319 Viola View Ln NE — $524,900 — Explore this serene cul-de-sac home featuring a walkout lower level and large outdoor deck.
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Rochester Pokémon League Gathering
5-7 p.m. — NerdinOut-Rochester — Free entry — Connect with fellow Pokémon fans to play, trade, and earn prizes in a fun community setting.
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Let's Speak German!
4-6 p.m. — One Discovery Square, 'Define' Conference Room — Free entry — A welcoming space for all skill levels to practice and discuss the German language.
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