Friday, September 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A felony riot charge against a Rochester man, involving an alleged baseball bat attack, has been dismissed by the Olmsted County Attorney’s Office for lack of probable cause. KROC-AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester NAACP endorses the 'Ignite Student Learning' referendum, advocating for a $19.4 million annual investment over ten years in Rochester Public Schools to bolster education and, by extension, the local economy. KIMT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe weather with potential for tornadoes, hail, and high winds is expected in SE Minnesota and North Iowa on Thursday, with a slight risk rating and a forecasted cooldown over the weekend. KIMT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Olmsted County WIC and Olmsted Medical Center partner to offer a pop-up clinic for easier access to healthy foods for families, aligning with the Food is Medicine movement. KTTC
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