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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester, Minnesota is actively engaging with cyclists through listening sessions to plan alternative routes due to bike lane closures amid the 2025 construction projects. KIMT
- ➤ The Greater Rochester Rotary Club has donated 1,600 The Old Farmer's Almanac books to local third graders to encourage reading habits, continuing a 17-year tradition of educational support. KIMT
- ➤ The Rochester Community Warming Shelter assisted nearly 100 individuals amid a severe cold spell in southeastern Minnesota. KTTC
- ➤ Rochester Public Music invites community feedback through an online survey to shape future free music events. KTTC
- ➤ Rochester's Community Warming Center is preparing for increased demand due to dropping temperatures, providing essentials like dinner, showers, and sleeping accommodations without ID requirements. KTTC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The family of an Owatonna teenager killed in a traffic crash is suing the former Minnesota state trooper charged with causing her death. KROC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tuba Christmas, marking its 51st year, will gather 70 tuba players for a free concert at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester to celebrate the season and support The Landing MN. KTTC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A consortium of electric power providers, including Rochester Public Utilities, has received approval for a $21.8 billion project to enhance the electric grid in the Midwest, facilitating reliable service and the integration of renewable energy. KROC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain is expected to impact travel in southeast Minnesota and northern Iowa this weekend. KROC
SHOP NEWS
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2024 Holiday Gift Drive
Living with a mental illness can be extremely lonely at all times of the year, but it is especially so when everyone around you is cheery, happy and spending time with loved ones. NAMI Southeast Minnesota is collecting gifts for those receiving mental health care in an inpatient or residential facility over the holidays; can you help us provide some warmth and comfort this holiday season?
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Let's Speak German Together!
This event welcomes participants of all skill levels to practice speaking German in a relaxed setting, with an opportunity to enjoy refreshments beforehand.
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Holiday Craft and Gift Show at Mayo Civic Center
An annual event featuring over 120 vendors offering handcrafted items, unique gifts, and fun activities for families, with goodie bags for the first attendees and a portion of proceeds going to charity.
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Diamond Rio Concert at Mayo Civic Center
Diamond Rio, a Grammy Award-winning country band known for their hits and charitable work, will perform live at the Mayo Civic Center.
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Candlelight Holiday Special: A Musical Journey featuring 'The Nutcracker'
Experience a live, multi-sensory concert showcasing holiday-themed music, including pieces from 'The Nutcracker', performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting.
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Let's Speak German!
An inclusive gathering for all skill levels to practice speaking German in a conference room setting, with opportunities for socializing over coffee beforehand.
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Disco Fever January Dance at 125 LIVE
The event features a night of dancing with an East Coast Swing lesson included, along with various dance styles available for attendees of all ages.
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