Saturday, October 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester City Council plans to vote on a proposed $180,000 demolition of Bob's Trailer Court for safety improvements, reflecting community relief and hopes for neighborhood enhancement. KIMT
- ➤ Mayo High School celebrated the renaming of their stadium to 'Whitney Stadium' in honor of Jeff Whitney, a dedicated former activities director and coach. KTTC
- ➤ The Out of the Darkness Walk, sponsored by KTTC and organized by AFSP in Rochester, aims to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention on October 5th. KTTC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 61-year-old Rochester man, Ross Anthony Stensrud, died in a motorcycle crash in Winona County, with alcohol involvement reported and no helmet worn at the time of the accident. KROC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Rochester, an AT&T store employee and a robbery suspect were charged with felony theft for selling phones stolen from the store prior to a robbery incident. KROC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Kim Norton initiates a public survey inviting Rochester residents to share their vision for the city's development over the next 25 years to guide future urban growth and improvements. KIMT
SHOP NEWS
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