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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Papa Murphy’s in Rochester will host an online order fundraiser on September 17 to support Annunciation Catholic Church and School after last month’s mass shooting. Local owners will donate 50% of order proceeds when customers use the code HOPE during checkout. KTTC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Rochester will launch a retail popup pilot program this fall to fill empty storefronts with local businesses testing new ideas from mid-September through early January. The initiative by the Rochester Downtown Alliance and Destination Medical Center offers low-risk leases and financial incentives—boosting foot traffic and new shopping and dining experiences. KIMT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Civic Theatre will open its production of The Prom on September 18 with performances running until October 5 and an ASL-interpreted show on September 25—this musical addresses themes of acceptance and laughter. KIMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ RPU has issued a boil water advisory for southwest Rochester after a tree fell on a power line this morning, causing a loss of water pressure in the Willow Heights High Level zone. Power was restored within 25 minutes but RPU is testing water quality and expects results within 24 hours—residents should boil water for all uses until the advisory is lifted. KROC-AM
- ➤ MnDOT completed a $3.8M project to convert the four-way intersection at Hwy. 63 and 18th Ave. NW north of Rochester into a roundabout that improves traffic flow and safety—crews began work on June 2 and the agency will next focus on a roundabout at another Hwy. 63 intersection with a public meeting scheduled for September 23 at Farmington Town Hall. KROC-AM
- ➤ Rochester Public Utilities issued a boil water advisory today for customers in the Willow Heights High Level pressure zone after a fallen tree knocked down a power line and caused a loss of water pressure. The utility restored power within 25 minutes and will report water test results within 24 hours (customers should boil all water for one minute before use). KROC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the MSU Mankato Mavericks and UMD Bulldogs will face off at James S. Malosky Stadium in Duluth at 4 p.m. on the North Star Sports & Entertainment Network — both teams hold a 2-0 record as they aim to stay unbeaten. KTTC
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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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World Ballet Company - The Great Gatsby
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the glitz and glamor of the Roaring Twenties through a Broadway-style ballet adaptation of Fitzgerald’s classic.
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Blippi: Join the Band Tour
2-3:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket required for entry — Experience a lively music performance with Blippi, Meekah, and friends for the whole family.
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Fall Ball Family Festival
2-6 p.m. — Camp Victory — $5 per person or $25 per family — Enjoy activities like pumpkin painting, mini ziplining, and apple cider at this family-friendly festival.
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