Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester man 18-year-old Solomon Ojulu Obang was sentenced last Tuesday to five years probation for third-degree assault at a local business and was charged today with gross misdemeanor third-degree riot and fifth-degree assault for a gun-involved fight in a high school parking lot on April 28—he is due back in court in October.

City officials announced that a section of Civic Center Dr. in downtown Rochester will be closed in both directions from Wednesday, August 27 through Saturday, August 30 for energy transition work.

The closure—affecting sidewalks near the Rochester Library—is part of Phase Two of a project to expand geothermal power to additional downtown buildings.

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.

The Parsonage Discussion

7 p.m. — History Center of Olmsted County — $5 for non-members, Free for members — Delve into the history of The Parsonage and its impact on the community's growth and preservation efforts.

Mike Oregano Live

7-10 p.m. — Forager Brewery — Check venue for entry cost — Experience the unique sounds of a Jazz/Rock one-man band act.

Linux Fundamentals GL120 Training Course

Mon, Sep 22–Fri, Sep 26 — Northrop Community Education — Variable pricing — Comprehensive training class covering foundational Linux concepts and tools for aspiring IT professionals.