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Sunday, August 10th, 2025
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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End of Summer Car Show
1:30-5 p.m. — 1000 12th St SW, Rochester, MN — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with a showcase of classic and modified cars, family fun, and delicious food.
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