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End of the road: After 29 years, Nadeau stepping down as Saint Mary’s SID
For the past 29 years, Donny Nadeau B’85 — as Saint Mary’s sports information director — has been in the dugout or on the sidelines, carefully recording the action during every Cardinal game or competition. On a low estimate, he’s written more than 11,600 stories throughout...
Minneapolis electronic dance community grieves beloved DJ found dead in Olmsted County
Liara Tsai created safe spaces wherever she went. Whether it was through her electronic music at underground shows in Minneapolis or through intimate conversations with friends, Tsai exuded an energy that was magnetic, curious and accepting. “It’s like you felt this pull because she was so just authentic to her...
Flood forces Prairie Island campers out
WINONA, Minn. – With the Prairie Island Campground under water, most recreational vehicles have been towed home or at least to higher ground. Jamie Schell, manager, said it’s hoped the flood will recede by July 8 so the 170-stall campground can repopulate. RV slots rent for $175 to $215 a week. Meanwhile, staff who live seasonally in pick-up mounted campers are remaining as long as possible, Schell said.
U of M medical student learning at Winona Health earns Student Achievement Award
Nyika Friberg, a third-year medical student at the University of Minnesota received the University’s Rural Physician Associate Program (RPAP) Student Achievement Award. Friberg was nominated by Winona Health Pediatrician Sarah Lallaman, and Family Medicine Physician Nicholas Modjeski, both of whom were preceptors for Friberg. “Nyika has been an outstanding...
Iowa Woman Found With Body Near Eyota Makes First Court Appearance on Murder Charges
Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Iowa woman found with a body in her crashed vehicle near Eyota last month has made her first court appearance on murder charges. 32-year-old Margot Lewis was arraigned on two counts of second-degree murder in Hennepin County Court in Minneapolis on Monday. She was charged in connection to the death of 35-year-old Liaria Tsai last week.
Another No-Show For Sentencing Results in Arrest Warrant
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - An arrest warrant was issued today for a man who failed to show up in Olmsted County Court for his sentencing hearing. Court records show 42-year-old Jesus Rodriguez was scheduled for sentencing on Monday in the case where he was accused of pointing a gun at another man and threatening to kill him at a local convenience store last summer. He was arrested last July after a man told Rochester police that he was refueling his vehicle when he was approached by a man he did not know who was yelling in both Spanish and English before the man went back to his vehicle and returned with a handgun.
Point-In-Time homeless count begins July 24
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Staff and volunteers from homeless shelters and community organizations will start a count on July 24 of people experiencing homelessness in four counties. According to a news release from the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council, the count will include Eau Claire, Buffalo, Trempealeau and Jackson...
Drugged Driving Arrests Spike in Olmsted County After New Minnesota Law Takes Effect
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Olmsted County is seeing a spike in drugged driving arrests to start off the year. That’s according to data released by the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office. The drugged driving arrests are fueling a large increase in arrests for impaired driving throughout the county through the first nearly six months of 2024.
Golf courses in our area are not dampened by the rain
OLMSTED COUNTY, Minn. - The amount of rain in our area is a topic of conversation. We spoke with a few golf courses in both Rochester and Byron about how the interesting weather this year has impacted the golf season. Somerby Golf Club superintendent Tyler Donaldson says, "with the rainy...
A warm, bright break from rain Wednesday
We’ve got a sunny, warm day ahead for Wednesday. Temperatures will return to more typical, summer levels with highs in the 80s. There will be some extra cloud cover returning Wednesday afternoon, but it’s not going to be enough to cool things down. We’ll see about a 20 degree increase in Wednesday’s highs compared to Tuesday.
Peace Plaza’s “Heart of the City” artwork nominated for CODA People’s Choice Award
(ABC 6 News) — On Tuesday, ABC 6 News anchor Mayzie Olson sat down with artist Eric Anderson. Anderson is the mastermind behind the “Heart of the City” artwork found in Peace Plaza in Rochester. The artwork was finished back in 2022, and its key characteristic is the light and fog that can be found rising from the plaza.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Gopher 50 Bringing Big Money, Dylan Scott Concert, Fireworks
The World of Outlaws celebrates Independence Day Weekend with three nights of racing in Spring Valley, MN. Deer Creek Speedway and the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models are set to bring drivers and fans a massive Independence Day Weekend with the NAPA Auto Parts Gopher 50. The...
Pelican Breeze cruises canceled because of high water
Due to the extremely high water on Albert Lea Lake and water covering the Pelican Breeze II Dock and surrounding area, the Pelican Breeze Foundation has canceled all cruises for the upcoming July Fourth holiday. The three cruises at noon, 4 p.m. and the fireworks cruise at 9 p.m.will not go out. “We are sorry […] The post Pelican Breeze cruises canceled because of high water appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Soaking Rain Possible in Minnesota on 4th of July
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Multiple rounds of thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall are expected for the 4th of July into Friday. Most areas are expected to see 1-2" of rain but locally higher amounts of 3-4" are possible. Isolated severe storms are possible Thursday afternoon along with a few tornadoes.
Some cities adjust fireworks shows ahead of Fourth of July weather
EXCELSIOR, Minn. — Eyes are typically on the sky each Fourth of July but our soaking summer could complicate Independence Day plans. Showers may steal the fireworks show depending on where you live. After a five-year hiatus, Red, White and Boom in Minneapolis will return on the Fourth of July — pending no severe weather."They will be monitoring it throughout the food trucks and the live performances and live bands as people gather and we'll be calling it as the evening progresses," Minneapolis Parks Spokesperson Dawn Sommers said.Sommers says the decision to cancel the fireworks show will be made that evening,...
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