Good morning, Rochester.

Four mayoral candidates will try a dunk tank during the 2nd Annual Lace Up for Hope 5K and 1-Mile Walk on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. at Little Thistle Brewing — a fundraiser by The Landing MN to support people facing homelessness with live music, games, free tokens, and giveaways.

Hundreds attended funeral services for Lake Pepin victims on Tuesday as local families and neighbors gathered to honor those lost (the event provided a space for shared mourning).

The Olmsted County Fair will run from Monday, July 27 to Sunday, August 2, featuring carnival rides, live music, animal exhibits and food vendors for families near Chick-fil-A (and Outback Steakhouse) in Rochester.

Admission is free and parking will cost $5.

West Concord's 41st Annual Survival Days runs from July 23 to 26 with live music, food trucks and a wife carrying contest on Saturday, July 25 at 3:00 p.m. Teams, who need not be married, must register online by July 24 (registration is $16.90 per person).

A lottery ticket sold in Coon Rapids set a state record on July 18 for Lotto America with a winning prize of ($34.12 million) as the winner can choose between an annuity or a lump sum, while another player matched five numbers for a $20,000 prize; both must claim within a year.

Thursdays Downtown at Coronas Tacos offers 32-ounce bucket margaritas (lime, strawberry, or mango) for $20, delivering double the drink size of a typical marg.

The event is nearing its end with four more Thursdays Downtown remaining for summer fans.

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.

Blackberry Smoke's 25th Anniversary Tour

7-10:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with Blackberry Smoke as they showcase new music and classic hits during their anniversary tour.

Theory of a Deadman Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy performances as Theory of a Deadman and Sevendust rock the stage with special guest Return to Dust.