Good morning, Rochester.

Locals can enter the Hall Pass Cash contest from July 1 to Sept.

16 for a chance to win a $500 prepaid Visa gift card for back-to-school supplies; the winner will be chosen on Sept. 17 (open to those 18+).

Rochester officials said the McQuillan Splash Pad will open in two to three weeks after a pending state health inspection, not before the July 4 weekend.

Residents can use splash pads at Lincolnshire Park, Soldiers Field Aquatic Center, and Silver Lake Pool in the meantime (admission fees apply at Soldiers Field).

Rochester is celebrating National Park and Recreation Month this July to spotlight over 100 parks, 85 miles of trails, and 3,500 acres of public parkland.

Rochester Parks + Recreation is inviting residents to explore trails and community programs for all ages.

Thai-riffic in Rochester will reopen Wednesday, July 8 with a revamped menu and new hours from Tuesday to Saturday; lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Construction on 2nd Street in front of St. Mary's may still affect access.

Rochester’s Thai Pop was featured on Twin Cities Live Monday, Jun.

29, where owner Annie Balow held a food demo and interview (the restaurant has earned top awards for its Thai cuisine and mocktails).

A new Minnesota law requires social media apps to display a mental health warning+reminding users to consider available support services.

The statewide mandate takes effect immediately and will alter digital practices for Minnesota residents.

AAA Minnesota advises residents to review their homeowners' insurance and follow fireworks safety tips ahead of Fourth Fest, including keeping fireworks away from homes (with proper disposal and supervision), as a professional display at Soldier's Field Park will offer a safer option.

Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Program in Rochester needs blood donors as inventory falls; donors in July can win an indoor sauna with mobile drives on July 7 at Hy-Vee Crossroads and July 8 at the U.S. Army Recruitment Office, with fixed sites open weekdays.

Private well owners may get free nitrate testing at five county fairs this summer, offered by the Olmsted Soil and Water Conservation District and Olmsted County Public Health Services.

Testing events run from July 10 through Aug. 14 and give results in 15 minutes (each fair has its own dates).

Castle Con Preview: Game Day

9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Historic Chateau Theatre — Free entry — Dive into a full day of board games, puzzles, and community fun with opportunities to learn and compete.

Heatwave Half Marathon - Rochester

Summer — Rochester, Minnesota — Registration required — Experience an exciting road race amidst the scenic beauty of Rochester.

Brewery Bingo Night

8-10 p.m. — Kinney Creek Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a fun game of Brewery Bingo at a local hotspot in Rochester, MN.

Summer Sundays Pizza with Amateur

4-6 p.m. — Squash Blossom Farm — Pizza reservation required — Enjoy delicious wood-fired sourdough pizza paired with live music from Amateur.

42nd Annual Golf Tournament

10:30 a.m. — Rochester Golf & Country Club — Participation fee required — Enjoy a day of golf, a tropical theme, and support families in need.

Feast & Flamenco on the Farm

6-9 p.m. — Squash Blossom Farm — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a captivating evening filled with sizzling Spanish cuisine and vibrant flamenco performances.

Hannah Harper Benefit for Oronoco Fire Department

2-6:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket costs vary — Enjoy a night of inspiring music while supporting local firefighters and first responders.