Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of September.
Good morning, Rochester.
🏘️ Community
Pre-Order for Empty Bowls—an annual soup fundraiser for Channel One Regional Food Bank—is open on Channel One’s website for eight local soup choices priced at $25 with a hand-painted bowl; orders close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct.
7 with pick-up on Tuesday, Oct. 13 or Wednesday, Oct. 14.
🎭 Culture
Rochester Civic Theatre is celebrating its 75th season by hosting a special celebration on the opening night of its new production in town.
Details about the event will be announced soon.
🌲 Environment
The City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department and RNeighbors invite community members to plant 100 trees at Badger Ridge Park on Saturday, Oct.
10 at 8:30 a.m. — volunteers of all ages are welcome to help enhance the local environment this fall.
🏛️ Government
Rochester Mayor Kim Norton will host a youth leadership summit on Wednesday, Sept.
23 to help local students build leadership skills + foster community engagement. Details on the venue and agenda are still pending.
🏥 Health
Northwest Dental Group held a free dental day yesterday, offering exams, cleanings, extractions and fillings free of charge to local residents.
The event provided essential dental care for the community.
📰 Lifestyle
A survey found that Minnesotans favor tater tot hotdish as their top comfort food — a beloved staple enjoyed for decades.
The study shows the dish's appeal grows as fall weather sets in.
🏈 Sports
Intermittent showers are expected Saturday morning for hunters heading into southeast Minnesota for the deer archery season opener, with temperatures near 60°.
Hunters are advised to wear water-repellent clothing — the rain may help keep their scent masked.
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