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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Rochester Public Utilities said more than 1,300 customers in southeast Rochester were affected by power outages as crews worked to restore service yesterday (across 25 outage areas). One crew was active at 3 p.m. (with power expected to be restored by 4:30 p.m.).  KTTC

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The Rochester Fire Department responded to a fire at the Rochester Public Utilities substation on June 2 when heavy smoke was seen—contents sustained heavy damage while the structure had minor to moderate damage and officials said insurance will cover part of the estimated $60 million cost while a new gas turbine will be online in 2029.  KROC-AM

CRIME NEWS

  • One of the two Rochester men charged in a theft scheme that cost a local business over $100K pleaded guilty to diverting corporate property and will be sentenced in October with a recommended probation and $36,849.55 in restitution—while charges against the other suspect remain pending.  KROC-AM

HEALTH NEWS

  • Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that sialic acid—an immune evasion tool used by cancer cells—may help protect insulin-producing beta cells from immune attacks in type 1 diabetes. Their preclinical study showed that engineered beta cells were 90% effective in avoiding destruction and the team plans to develop transplantable cells that do not require full immune suppression.  KIMT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 8/7/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 8/13/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 8/17/25

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  • Nathan Graham Concert

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

    Wed, 8/20/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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  • Tea Cup Candle Making Class

    1-3 p.m. — Art Heads Emporium — Supplies included — Create beautiful candles with dried florals in a charming atmosphere.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • Space Monkey Mafia Concert

    5-8 p.m. — Cook Park — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of local music and food trucks under the stars.

    Wed, 8/27/25

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  • Pressed Florals Class

    6-8 p.m. — Art Heads Emporium — Cost varies — Create stunning floral collages with a variety of pressed flowers and frames.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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