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7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
Donald Sutherland Dead at 88
Donald Sutherland has passed away. He was 88. Deadline reports talent agency CAA confirmed Sutherland died in Miami, Fla., on Thursday (June 20) following a long illness. His son, fellow actor Kiefer Sutherland, also confirmed the acting legend's passing via social media. "With a heavy heart, I tell you that...
Motorcycle – Car Collision Claims Life of Southeast Minnesota Man
Update: State Patrol ID's Motorcyclist Killed in Southeast Minnesota Crash. Blooming Prairie, MN (KROC-AM News) - The State Patrol responded earlier today to a fatal motorcycle crash near Blooming Prairie. A preliminary report on the incident indicates the victim was driving a motorcycle that collided with a car traveling in...
Big Grand Opening Event At Popular Rochester Area Park Scuttled
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The soggy forecast for the weekend has led to the cancellation of a free and public grand opening celebration in the Rochester area. A brand-new amphitheater has been added to the numerous amenities offered at Chester Woods Park. Olmsted County officials say the outdoor entertainment venue is expected to be "a focal point for cultural and recreational activities for years to come."
Rochester Police Finish Investigation of Crash Involving State Trooper That Killed Minnesota Teen Girl
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Police Department has completed its investigation of a crash that claimed the life of an Owatonna teenager and involved a Minnesota State Trooper. The fatal three-vehicle crash occurred at an entrance to Rochester's Apache Mall on the evening of May 18. 18-year-old Olivia Flores...
New Food Vendors at 2024’s Thursdays Downtown in Rochester, MN
The first Thursdays Downtown of 2024 was just yesterday and it was packed! Everyone was super excited to be back outside in downtown Rochester, Minnesota enjoying our local food, drinks, vendors, and live music. I was there with some friends in the evening. My husband and I always look forward...
Deputies Capture Wanted Man After He Fled Traffic Stop at Busy Rochester Intersection
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Deputies from the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office captured a wanted man who attempted to flee a traffic stop on Wednesday. That’s according to Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Captain Tim Parkin. The traffic stop and foot chase happened around 3 p.m. in a busy...
Minnesota Told to Brace for Widespread Flooding Caused by Multiple Rounds of Major Rainfall
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Multiple rounds of heavy rain are presenting a risk for potential flooding throughout southern Minnesota in the coming days. That’s according to a forecast issued by the National Weather Service on Thursday morning. The prediction comes just days after heavy rain and strong thunderstorms hammered...
Corn Growers Join Lawsuit Against EPA For Emissions Mandates
(The Center Square) – Several U.S. oil and corn industry lobby groups are suing the Biden Administration over its plans to slash planet-warming tailpipe emissions from cars and trucks. The coalition argues the regulations will cause economic harm. Dave Loos, Illinois Corn Growers Association director of Biofuels, says higher...
Here’s How Much a 4-Course Meal Costs at the New Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in Rochester, MN
The brand-new Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in Rochester, MN has been a welcome addition to the downtown area with a fantastic location in the Kahler Grand Hotel. The popular upscale restaurant officially opened to the public on Monday, June 17th. The Friday prior, they hosted a soft opening, giving community members a chance to sample the menu while providing the staff with valuable training experience.
It’s Illegal To Eat A Burger In This Minnesota City
I stumbled upon an article of the weirdest food laws. No lie, legit laws that were actually voted on and put into effect. Who in the world is the monster that made it against the law to eat a burger? Let me at him. ;) Did you know that it's...
ROCHESTERFEST! Parade Route Through Rochester, MN Now Available
Looking at life through the eyes of a child, one of the best things ever is going to a parade. Kids have learned through the years that a parade = candy. Yes, you are probably seeing other items like stickers, bottles of water, and even cans of soda given away but kids want the candy!
Passenger Airlifted After Falling Off Motorcycle on Southeast Minnesota Freeway
Dover, MN (KROC-AM News)- A woman riding on the back of a motorcycle was airlifted to a hospital after she fell off of the back of the vehicle on a southeast Minnesota freeway. It happened in eastern Olmsted County around 12:15 Wednesday afternoon. The State Patrol says the motorcycle was...
Minnesota Man Sentenced for Cyber Stalking & Child Porn Crimes
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota man has been sent to federal prison for convictions relating to cyber stalking and child pornography crimes. He was sentenced on Tuesday, according to a news release issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for Minnesota. The St. Paul man was accused of committing the crimes from January of 2019 through February of 2023.
Well-Known Xcel Energy Center in Minnesota is Getting a New Name
A well-known piece of Minnesota is going away. It will be so weird to have the home of the Wild not be called the Xcel Energy Center, or The X for short. The arena has been called the Xcel Energy Center since it opened in September of 2000. But reports say that it will soon no longer be called that in the near future.
New Minnesota Company Now Offering Lefse With A Modern Twist!
If you are a true Minnesotan, there is one food that is a must for your palate! No...not lutefisk. That sounds like one of the nastiest things ever to put on your tongue. The food that everyone always seems to know and talk about is lefse. If this rolled-up treat is something you crave, some good news just popped up for you! A store is bringing lefse to you, but not in the traditional way that you love to eat it around the holidays. I think you'll still like it though.
Iconic American Brand Closing Last U.S. Factory, Moving to Mexico
An iconic brand, long a staple in kitchen cupboards across generations, is closing its last U.S. manufacturing facility and moving its production operations to Mexico, where the bulk of its products are already made. Synonymous With Food Storage. Tupperware is so woven into our vocabulary that regardless of what company...
Defendant Charged in Rochester Prostitution Sting Deported, Nationwide Arrest Warrant Issued
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- One of seven men charged in a recent Rochester prostitution sting has been deported. That’s according to an Olmsted County Court filing. The court record indicates he was deported earlier this month ahead of a hearing that was scheduled for Monday. 48-year-old Hilario Perez Zenil...
Rochester School Board Approves Nearly $430M Budget for 2024/25 School Year
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Public Schools Board (RPS) has unanimously approved its budget for the upcoming school year. The budget, which was passed during a regular RPS board meeting Tuesday night, is set to be the last of its kind. The district is set to present its voters...
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