Daily
Rochester
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Rochester man (24-year-old Leontan Marshawn Troy) faces a felony drug charge for allegedly selling fentanyl to a police informant in four transactions during July and August with bail set at $200,000 and a court date later this month. KROC
- ➤ Rochester schools received a second SWAT call Friday morning when a threat was directed at Holy Spirit and police quickly determined it was not credible—officers have since increased their presence as the investigation continues. KIMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Rochester is inviting local artists to share abstract designs for a new bridge project that will improve safety and accessibility over the Zumbro River—encouraging ideas that reflect 'The Future of Rochester.' Applications must be submitted by 1:59 p.m. on September 19 and chosen artists will work with engineers before presenting their ideas at the Sixth Street Sessions on October 22. KIMT
- ➤ AAA released new survey data on school zone safety rules that require drivers to stop 20 feet away when a bus shows red lights—more than half of Minnesota drivers admitted to driving through school zones, with some also breaking hands-free and speeding rules. The data shows drivers know the law yet still sometimes violate it. KTTC
- ➤ Rochester's government center meeting room is getting nearly $600K in upgrades that add a new AV system, carpet, drapes and lighting, plus an assisted hearing loop — funded partly by city PEG funds. City council meets at the Public Utilities building and county board at the Public Health Services Building — until the room reopens in about eight weeks. KTTC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ SEMNFRR and Olmsted Medical Center launched Harvesting Health, a 12-week program that provides free farm-fresh food boxes to patients facing food insecurity—referrals from healthcare providers let patients pick up boxes every Wednesday from August 13 to October 29 at 5507 Chateau Road Northwest. KIMT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2025 NF Symposium
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. — Mayo Clinic — Registration required — Engage with experts at a hybrid symposium focused on neurofibromatosis.
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Champions of Wellness Healthcare Summit 2025
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Special hotel rates apply — Leaders in healthcare explore systemic well-being and clinician wellness.
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October Rochester Minnesota Female Entrepreneurs Meet-Up
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Join fellow female entrepreneurs for bookkeeping tips and valuable networking.
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OpenShift Fundamentals Training
Oct 6-8 — Huntington Learning Center Rochester — Check online for pricing — Dive into the essentials of OpenShift with hands-on Linux training for software development.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
~ Mark Caine
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