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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • In Rochester, Minn., nearly 400 first responders and city staff conducted a plane crash drill to enhance preparedness for emergencies.  KIMT

CRIME NEWS

  • A Rochester man faces charges after causing a head-on collision while driving drunk, resulting in one injury.  KROC-AM
  • Idris Abdillahi Haji-Mohamed receives a 30-year prison sentence for his second murder conviction involving a fatal shooting in Minnesota.  KROC
  • A Chatfield sex offender was charged after soliciting sex from and sending explicit images to an undercover officer posing as a young girl.  KROC
  • Brenden Keiran Walsh, 27, of Rochester, pleads not guilty to six charges of child pornography possession and four of dissemination, with a trial set for April 14, 2025, after police found thousands of illegal images linked to him.  KIMT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Minnesota Board of Regents approved the Campus and Climate Action Plan for UMR, focusing on academic expansion, innovative spaces, and carbon neutrality in alignment with healthcare workforce needs.  KIMT

EVENTS

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  • Latino Fest 2024

    Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Chateau Theater and Peace Plaza on Saturday Sept. 14th from 12:00pm-6:00pm. Free Family event.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Canning & Preserving Workshop at Bleu Duck Kitchen

    Learn the art of canning and preserving common garden vegetables while enjoying house wines and beers in a hands-on workshop.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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  • Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

    Celebrate the vibrant contributions and diverse cultures of individuals with ancestral roots in Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Spain through food, music, trivia, and games.

    Tue, 9/17/24

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  • Eagles Pickleball Mixed Doubles Ladder

    Experience an engaging round-robin pickleball event for players of all levels at Eagles Aerie #2228.

    Wed, 9/18/24

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  • Open Swim and Relaxation at UMR Pool

    Experience a refreshing swim and unwind in the jacuzzi and dry sauna at the University of Minnesota Rochester Student Life Center.

    Thu, 9/19/24

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  • Local Author Event: Should've Been Dead with Rory Londer and Sweta Patel

    Experience the inspiring journey of local author Rory Londer as he shares his story of overcoming addiction and homelessness, along with a book signing by both authors.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • Ghostly Art Stroll: A Spooky Painting Session

    Experience a unique art class featuring customizable painting on 12x12 canvases with glow-in-the-dark paint in downtown Rochester.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • Open Swim Session for UMR Students

    Experience a refreshing open swim at the University of Minnesota Rochester, featuring a pool, jacuzzi, and dry sauna exclusively for UMR students.

    Mon, 9/23/24

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  • Judas Priest Live at Mayo Civic Center

    Experience the legendary heavy metal band Judas Priest live in concert, featuring special guest Sabaton, as part of their Invincible Shield Tour.

    Tue, 9/24/24

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  • Eagles Mon & Wed Noon Pickleball Ladders

    Experience a fun and competitive mixed doubles pickleball ladder event designed for players of all levels at the Eagles Aerie.

    Wed, 9/25/24

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  • Conflict Management Training Workshop in Rochester, MN

    Learn effective strategies for managing workplace conflict through a comprehensive training program provided by Educera Inc.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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