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Punishing people for sleeping and camping in public spaces
In late June, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled fining or jailing people for sleeping and camping in public places when there is no shelter available does not violate the Constitution. The decision gives local governments the license to criminally punish people in homeless encampments or other public spaces. A recently...
Ultimate Guide To The Olmsted County Fair in Rochester, Minnesota
Summer is full of fun in Southeast Minnesota and one of the biggest events is about to start, the Olmsted County Fair in Rochester, Minnesota! Check out this complete guide below that answers the most popular questions people have about the Olmsted County Fair. When Is The Olmsted County Fair...
Construction work to start Monday on Olmsted County 2117 Building
ROCHESTER, Minn. – Construction on parts of Olmsted County’s 2117 building is scheduled to start Monday. The building, located at 2117 Campus Drive SE in Rochester, will have work done both inside and outside to improve water drainage on the exterior of the building and meet updated building codes.
I-90 off-ramps to southbound Highway 52 to close until November in Olmsted County
ROCHESTER, Minn. – Drivers on Interstate 90 are going to find the off ramps to southbound Highway 52, southeast of Rochester, closed through November. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says I-90 eastbound and westbound vehicles should use Exit 218 , travel north on Highway 52 and exit at 50th Avenue, turn left and exit to southbound Highway 52. I-90 drivers can also take Exit 224 near Eyota and go south on Olmsted County Road 7 to access Highway 52 north of Chatfield.
Minnesota City Now the Best for Renters in Entire Midwest
If you're a renter, did you know that the best city for you in the entire Midwest can be found right here in Minnesota?. If you watch any of those real estate shows on networks like HGTV, then you know that a common refrain is how most of the subjects of each episode can't wait to get out of their current living situation, usually a rental or a situation where they're staying with friends or family, and into a home they've purchased.
Kingsland Officials Looking to Keep Heads Dry and Athletes Successful
The Kingsland School Board held their latest meeting on the humid evening of July 15. As per their meeting in June, one of the board’s primary objectives was the final readings and the approval of nearly 20 resolutions and handbooks. While all of them were approved, some necessitated more discussion than did the others.
Minnesota senators comment on Biden’s political future
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – During a stop in Rochester Friday, Minnesota Senator Tina Smith briefly discussed her stance on continued calls by some her Democratic colleagues for President Biden to end his reelection campaign. Smith said Democrats are committed to doing whatever it takes to beat the Trump ticket...
Olmsted County Appoints New Interim Boss
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- There’s a new interim boss in Olmsted County. The appointment follows the announcement that Olmsted County Administrator Heidi Welch is set to take the County Manager position in Dakota County. Welch, who has served as the county’s administrator since 2017, will officially leave the position...
Gallery: Discovery Walk Nears Completion in Downtown Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The end appears to be near for a multi-year construction project in downtown Rochester. Despite the near completion of the project, construction in the downtown is not going anywhere anytime soon. Mayo Clinic is set to begin construction on its $5 billion expansion this year. Construction...
Direct balloting for Aug. 13 primary election in Olmsted County starts Friday
ROCHESTER, Minn. – This Friday is the start of absentee in-person direct balloting for the August 13 primary election. Direct balloting is when voters insert their ballots directly into a tabulator at the direct balloting location. The locations, dates, and hours for directed balloting in Olmsted County are:. ·...
Rochester candidate forums kicking off Monday
ROCHESTER, Minn. - The League of Women Voters of Rochester is inviting the public to listen to city council candidates share their positions on community issues at the Rochester Public Library auditorium. Forum schedule:. Monday, July 22 from 6:30 to 7:45 - RPL Auditorium. Rochester City Council Ward 2. Candidates:...
Fountain’s Problem with Sinkholes Persists
Although they also discussed other less serious matters, sinkholes were the primary topic of consideration at the Fountain City Council meeting held on July 10. More specifically, the sinkhole that has opened up in the back yard of Dave Stockton. Stockton has had issues with this particular sinkhole in the...
Minnesota lawmakers focus on childcare affordability during Rochester visit
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Minnesota senators Liz Boldon and Grant Hauschild visited Listos Preschool and Childcare Center in Rochester Friday. The lawmakers toured the facility while hearing from staff members on the difficulties they deal with in early childhood education. They also discussed Hauschild’s childcare affordabilty proposal, which would...
In Your Community: Mower County Senior Center
Monday S.A.I.L- Balance and Strength, 9 a.m. Blood Pressure Checks, 9 a.m. Defensive Driving, 9 a.m. Ping Pong, 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi, 10 a.m. Line Dancing, 10:15 a.m. Lunch available, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Book Club, noon to 1 p.m. Mahjong, 1 p.m. Movin’ Stix, 1 p.m. Tuesday […] The post In Your Community: Mower County Senior Center appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
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