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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Think Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines have announced that $1 million in grant funding will be awarded over the next two weeks to 28 Minnesota organizations including several in Rochester—this funding will support affordable housing, food security, youth mentorship, education, and mental health services. KROC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rochester police investigated a body found Thursday morning in North Park on the 6000 block of Hillsboro Drive NW and are working with the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office to identify the person and determine the cause of death—there is no known danger to the public. KIMT
- ➤ RPD was dispatched to North Park just after 7 a.m. Thursday after a call reported a deceased person and is working with the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office to identify the victim and determine the cause of death—officials said there is no public threat. KTTC
- ➤ A 36-year-old woman died after being injured around 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday in the West Newton area and a Rochester man was taken into custody in the Chester Woods area + police said a previous relationship existed between them as the investigation continues. KIMT
- ➤ A Rochester man was arrested on suspicion of second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter at Chester Woods Park in connection with Melissa Hunt's death and a prior relationship with her—he is now held in the Wabasha County jail—authorities reported. KROC-AM
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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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Rochester Female Entrepreneurs Meet-Up
2:30–3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Connect and network with local women entrepreneurs in a supportive setting.
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Annual Insidewalk Sale Clearance Event
10 AM – 4 PM — Galleria At University Square — Visit our biggest sale of the year with incredible deals on amazing products!
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Pairs and Team Jigsaw Puzzle Contests
1-6 p.m. — Thesis Beer Project — $40 entry — Compete in pairs and teams to see who can solve puzzles the fastest and enjoy the chance to win prizes.
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