Good morning, Rochester.

Chester Woods Park celebrated its 30th year of operation Saturday — it opened in 1995 for flood control work and now offers 15 miles of trails, camping and picnic areas, a boat launch and a swimming beach.

The celebration featured wagon rides at 10 a.m., cake and a foam party for kids at 2 p.m. and live music by The Lonely Knees.

A Rochester man pleaded guilty to a felony burglary charge after police caught him pouring gasoline inside a home during a burglary last fall—he is set for sentencing in September.

On June 7, police responded to a report from Quarry Hill Park when a man said an 18-year-old Iowa man fired at his car and stole his cell phone after a hike—authorities have issued a warrant for Lamarion Knox Joseph, charging him with assault, reckless discharge of a firearm, and theft.

Industry experts say that leaving aluminum cans whole improves recycling because crushed cans confuse sorting equipment+ and flat plastic bottles are no longer needed with improved technology.

The advice helps local recycling centers sort materials more efficiently.

Experience Rochester said today that the cancellation of Oak View Group’s food and beverage contract at the Mayo Civic Center is not linked to the indictment against the company’s CEO.

The contract ends August 14 and staff will begin talks with ASM Global to keep services running smoothly — ensuring current employees remain on board.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

August Rochester Minnesota Female Entrepreneurs Meet-Up

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Collaborate on content creation while connecting with fellow female entrepreneurs in Rochester.

Let's Speak German

4-6 p.m. — Define Conference Room — Free entry — Practice your German in a friendly atmosphere with coffee and snacks available.