Good morning, Rochester.

On Labor Day, Rochester’s two public beaches hosted their final open day of the season — marking the end of summer water access for local residents.

The SkiDox water ski team held its final performance of the season on Lake Zumbro on Sept.

7 amid reports of harmful algae last week.

Rochester schools were selected for expanded advanced education programs that will offer more specialized classes to students (officials say further details including start dates are pending).

Rochester’s Molly Carlin received the DNR Commissioner’s 4-H Youth Award at the Minnesota State Fair, where her project to build bat boxes for Oxbow County Park with Rochester Public Utilities was honored.

She will start eighth grade this fall as she continues her local conservation efforts.

A local nonprofit donated essential supplies to MercyOne to help new parents get the items they need.

The contribution was made Monday, Sep. 7 at the hospital (a trusted community partner) to support family well-being.

Rochester’s house listings jumped 50% compared to last year, marking the highest statewide increase in six years.

Buyers should view new options + explore the growing market.

Rochester has seen a 50% rise in house listings from last year + this marks the highest available number of houses in Minnesota in six years.

Veteran safety Harrison Smith signed a one-year deal worth up to $16.25 million on Saturday and returns for his 15th season with the Vikings.

He will face the Packers on Sept. 13 at 3:25 p.m.