Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester officials broke ground on new upgrades at Silver Lake Skate Park by installing ramps, rails, and a turnaround bank.

Construction will continue through fall — pause for winter and resume in spring 2027, with the park expected to reopen by mid next summer.

A national survey found that Minnesotans prefer Five Guys fries, rating them highest statewide.

Rochester residents can enjoy the top-rated fries at one of 23 Five Guys locations on offer.

Rochester City Council approved naming rights agreements for the new Sportsplex in southeast Rochester — Altra Federal Credit Union will pay $210,000 per year for a five-year deal while Knutson Construction secured naming rights for one field under a 10-year deal.

The outdoor facility opens in June.

Olmsted Medical Center is hosting a drive-through flu vaccine clinic for the 2026-2027 season at its Northwest Clinic from Sept.

28 through Oct. 15 in the upper-level parking lot. It offers morning service on Mondays and Wednesdays and afternoon service on Tuesdays and Thursdays with no appointment needed.

Soup season is here as locals have named their favorite restaurants in Rochester + offering a variety of hearty soups to enjoy as the weather cools.