Good morning, Rochester.

Jimmy's Original Cole Slaw Dressing made in Stewartville is competing in the 'Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota' contest as one of 64 local products; residents can vote online for it to advance (it currently faces Wilderness Toilet by Carstens Industries).

Jason Aldean will perform at Treasure Island Amphitheatre on Friday, Sept.

4 as part of his Full Throttle Tour—he will be joined by special guests Nate Smith, Lanie Gardner and Dee Jay Silver. Fans can use code FAIR to get 50% off lawn tickets.

Minnesota voters will be asked this fall to approve an amendment that would raise the Rochester district's share of the Permanent School Fund from 2.5% to 4.5%—boosting its annual revenue from about $1.16 million to over $1.7 million.

MNDOT will invest $41 million to expand electric vehicle chargers statewide, with project rollout set to begin soon.

The plan aims to boost charging access for local drivers.

Rochester Public Library ended its three-month parking pilot that offered an extra hour of free parking at the Civic Center Ramp, with about 2,100 validations used (costing $2 to $3 each).

The library is gathering feedback via a survey open until Sept. 21 to help plan any future changes.

A downtown Rochester building is renamed Dunlap Seeger Plaza today to honor the law firm that occupies its fourth and fifth floors — updated signage will soon reflect its new identity and lasting investment in the area.

Benedictine Living Community unveiled today its plans for a $10M renovation to modernize resident living spaces.

The project will begin soon & is expected to enhance comfort in the community.