Good morning, Rochester.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

German Language Conversation Meetup

4-6 p.m. — One Discovery Square — Free entry — Practice your German skills in a friendly, all-levels welcome atmosphere.

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.

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.

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.