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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Dodge County man pleaded guilty to fleeing police after a high-speed chase on December 11, 2024 when officers used pepper balls and Tasers to subdue him and was sentenced to five years probation, a $300 fine, and credit for 139 days served.  KROC-AM
  • A Rochester mail contractor, Cody Pfingsten, who accessed the main post office loading dock, is charged with felony mail theft for using $700 in gift cards from a local choir fundraiser - he admitted taking the envelope and will appear in court next year.  KROC-AM
  • A Dodge County man, Kyle Steven Eckhoff, was sentenced for fleeing police during a high-speed chase on December 11 when officers used pepper balls and multiple Taser shocks to subdue him (he pleaded guilty and received five years probation, a $300 fine and credit for a 139-day jail sentence already served).  KROC

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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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