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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.

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.

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).

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.

Tea Cup Candle Making Class

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

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.

Pressed Florals Class

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

Create Your Own Ceramic Cup

2-4 p.m. — Art Heads Emporium — Registration required — Craft your own unique ceramic cup with expert guidance in a friendly downtown atmosphere.

Rochester Female Entrepreneurs Networking Meet-Up

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Connect and grow your network with local women entrepreneurs in a supportive setting.