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Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Salvation Army distributed 400 grocery bags from Rochester Hy-Vee stores to families with children in school in partnership with the Rochester Public School system ahead of Thanksgiving. Each bag contained nonperishable groceries with a coupon for dinner rolls and a meat item while the agency seeks donations and will host its annual Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day. KIMT
- ➤ Rochester will host the Mayo Clinic Craft Fair—officially the Holiday Business & Craft Show—at the Mayo Civic Center on November 22 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with over 370 tables of handmade goods available; attendees are advised to wear comfortable shoes, bring a reusable bag, and note that no perishable food items will be sold. KROC-AM
- ➤ On Thursday, the Salvation Army distributed 400 bags of Thanksgiving groceries from Rochester Hy-Vee stores to local public school families, providing vegetables, sweets, and coupons for dinner rolls and a meat item. The organization is asking for food donations and will host its annual Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. KTTC
- ➤ Wittlief Christmas Tree Farm in Oronoco is preparing for the holiday season, and families will soon be able to pick their Christmas trees. Farm co-owner Amy Wittlief said fall rain helped the trees grow — though deer damage will force the replanting of 500 trees. KTTC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greystar Management Services, owner of three Rochester apartment complexes, was ordered to pay a $7 million settlement over an alleged price-fixing scheme using RealPage software—Minnesota received about $483,000 from the settlement. Attorneys general state the scheme decreased market competition and harmed consumers. KROC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Diocese of Winona-Rochester celebrated its seminarians and noted it ranks 12th in the United States—about one seminarian for every 4,700 Catholics. The diocese said its social media post on Thursday signals hope for local churches. KTTC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ State gas prices are at $2.94 per gallon today, about 5 cents higher than Thanksgiving 2024’s average of $2.89—AAA Minnesota said these rates remain below the national average. Most Minnesotans, including those in Rochester, continue to travel by car for Thanksgiving, with busy travel days expected on Nov. 25 and Nov. 26. KROC-AM
- ➤ Turkey prices have dropped over 16% nationally this year according to the American Farm Bureau’s Thanksgiving survey, but the Peterson family’s Ferndale Market in Cannon Falls has kept its prices steady on free-range birds—selling fresh turkeys for about $3 per pound and frozen ones at $2.29. The farm kicks off its annual Turkey Fest today and runs through November 26 so customers can order directly for Thanksgiving. KTTC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ RPU will charge customers with solar systems a new grid access fee—this fee will cut net metering benefits from 100% to about 80 to 90 percent and will take effect in January. KROC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mayo Clinic researchers have introduced a customized deep brain stimulation method for drug-resistant epilepsy that maps each patient’s brain waves—allowing precise targeting of seizure networks. The approach was tested on ten patients and will be monitored further under the BIONIC program. KIMT
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Here Comes Santa Claus
2:30-7 p.m. — Historic Chateau Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with festive activities, Santa's rescue, and tree lighting.
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Work of eARTh Teen Art Club
1-4 p.m. — Rochester Art Center — Free entry — A collective of teen artists focused on sustainability and community action through creativity.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Administration II Training
Mon, Dec 8 – Thu, Dec 11 — Huntington Learning Center Rochester — $1890 — Enhance your Linux skills with hands-on training in Rochester, MN.
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Mozart After Hours
5:30-9 p.m. — Historic Chateau Theatre — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of chamber music featuring masterpieces and a world premiere in a charming setting.
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The Nutcracker by World Ballet Company
3:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical holiday adventure in a heartwarming ballet filled with enchanting moments and delightful characters.
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Travis Anderson Trio - Christmas Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy classic holiday tunes with a modern jazz twist from the acclaimed Travis Anderson Trio.
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Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
7:30-9 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience the timeless music of John Denver performed live this holiday season.
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Wee Wednesday - My Wee Christmas Tree
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Sargent's on 2nd — $15 class fee — Decorate a “wee” Christmas tree while enjoying a festive reading and treats.
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WFPB Holiday Potluck
6-8 p.m. — 1800 High Pointe Ln NW, Rochester, MN — Cost info not listed — Celebrate the holidays with delicious whole food plant-based dishes and community connections.
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World Juniors Hockey Pre-Tournament Series
7-10 p.m. — Rochester Recreation Center — Cost info not provided — Witness young hockey talents battle it out in exhibition games featuring Denmark, Switzerland, and Sweden.
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