Good morning, Rochester.

David Engle, convicted for murdering his step-great-grandmother, is set to have a parole hearing on Aug.

22 (his first chance in 30 years for potential release) while family members urge that he remain in prison.

A Rochester woman said a homeless man named Billy Ray Cade Jr.—with past convictions for domestic and sexual assault—strangled her and threatened her children with a knife during an argument at her home before he fled on foot.

A People’s Energy Cooperative member in Theilman was targeted by a scammer on July 24th when a caller pretending to be from Xcel Energy demanded immediate payment to avoid disconnection — the Cooperative warns members to verify payment requests using the number on their bill.

A People’s Energy Cooperative member in the Theilman area was targeted by a scam Thursday when someone posing as an Xcel Energy worker threatened to disconnect service and demanded immediate payment—prompting the member to call the cooperative for help.

Destination Medical Center is updating its 2025 Development Plan and will host in-person events and surveys to gather input from residents—its goal is to use lessons from the first ten years to shape plans for health, innovation and growth in Rochester.

The update will show how careful design and planning can improve community well-being.

Rochester will begin lane closures on 3rd Ave. SE on Monday, July 28 as utility work for the Link BRT project reduces the four-lane road to one lane in each direction from 4th St. to 8th St. SE—traffic will be shifted and work on 6th St. SE will start August 18.

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.

Avey Grouws Band Concert

5:30-8:00 p.m. — John Withers Sports Complex — Free entry — Experience an evening of blues-infused music with the Avey Grouws Band and local food vendors.

Let's Speak German!

4-6 p.m. — Define conference room — Free entry — A welcoming environment for all skill levels to practice German and enjoy coffee and snacks.

Argentine Tango Milonga

7:30-11 p.m. — Blue Moon Ballroom — $15 adults / $10 students + $5 lesson — Enjoy a tango lesson followed by a night of social dancing.

Nathan Graham Concert

5:30-8 p.m. — White Oaks Park — Free entry — Enjoy local music and food trucks in a welcoming park environment.

Memory Café in Rochester

2-3 p.m. — Zadeos Pizza — Voluntary contribution — A supportive gathering for those affected by dementia to share experiences and enjoy community activities.