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Friday, December 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester Salvation Army is enhancing the holiday season by opening the Toy and Joy shop for families to choose Christmas gifts for their children, alongside hosting a community Christmas meal. KIMT
- ➤ The Rochester Police Department and Pasquale's Pizzeria delivered 150 holiday meals to community members in need, including students and shelters, as part of an annual tradition. KIMT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A winter storm leads to several crashes on Highway 52 in Rochester, impacting travel with a forecast of 5 to 8 inches of snow. KIMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A homeless man was arrested in Rochester, MN, after a day-long spree of burglaries ending at an abandoned Denny's Restaurant. KROC-AM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota's minimum wage will rise to $11.13 an hour on January 1, 2025, as part of an adjustment for inflation. KTTC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A national parent group has filed a federal complaint against the Rochester Public School District for allegedly discriminating on the basis of race through a grant-funded mentorship program exclusively for teachers of color. KROC-AM
SHOP NEWS
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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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