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Monday, July 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Starting today, construction crews in Rochester are removing 3 inches of asphalt on Highway 14 between Highway 52 and Crossroads Drive Southwest and replacing it with two 1.5-inch layers, causing traffic delays, lane closures, and temporarily disabled signals—law enforcement is helping manage traffic. The work will continue until August 4 and may require drivers to adjust their routes.  KIMT
  • Starting today, crews from MnDOT begin removing and replacing pavement on Hwy. 14 from Hwy. 52 to Crossroads Dr.—workers will disable traffic signals and use temporary stop signs to manage delays. Motorists should expect extra backups as law enforcement directs traffic; the work is set to finish on August 4.  KROC-AM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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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!

    Sat, 7/19/25

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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.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • Docker with Kubernetes Administration Training

    9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Northrop Community Education — $2490 — Gain essential skills in container management and orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes over five days.

    Mon, 7/21/25

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  • I.M.P. Motorsports Autocross Day 1

    5-10:30 p.m. — Graham Park - Olmsted County — $22 Adults, $15 Preteens — Experience thrilling motorsports action at the autocross event.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • German Language Meetup

    4-6 p.m. — Define Conference Room — Free entry — Practice your German with speakers of all skill levels in a welcoming environment.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • Enterprise Linux System Administration Training

    July 28 to August 1 — Northrop Community Education — $2190 — Enhance your Linux skills with in-depth system administration training and hands-on labs.

    Mon, 7/28/25

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  • Myron Elkins Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of country music with rising star Myron Elkins as he headlines a charitable concert.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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  • P’tit Café in Rochester

    2-3:30 p.m. — Café Aquí — Free entry — Engage in French conversation while enjoying coffee and delicious treats with fellow enthusiasts.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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REAL ESTATE

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