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Area fireworks shows over the 4th of July weekend
The night sky is sure to be lit up with bright colors and loud pops towards the end of the week for the 4th of July. Here are just a few shows neighboring Cannon Falls:. The Cannon Valley fair will have their annual fireworks show beginning at dusk on July 4 and is expected to be just as flashy as years before, said longtime fair board member Greg Kurtz.
Beyond the Spectrum opens location in Rochester
(ABC 6 News)- Beyond the Spectrum, an autism intervention center, opened a location in Rochester after seeing success in St. Paul. Using specialized care, Beyond the Spectrum helps foster development and learning for children with autism. Ayub Elmi, the founder and executive director, sat down with ABC 6 News’ Mayzie...
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...
Southern Minnesota to Adopt 10-Digit Dialing
Residents and businesses in the 507 area code, which includes cities like Rochester, Faribault, Owatonna, Mankato, and Winona, will need to switch to 10-digit dialing starting July 30th. This change is necessary because the 507 area code is projected to run out of numbers by early 2025, prompting the addition of a new 924 area code.
Southeast Minnesota Flood Victims Could be Eligible for Disaster Dollars
Undated (KROC-AM News)- Officials southeastern Minnesota are encouraging residents to document property damage suffered from recent flooding. Last month heavy rainfall caused severe flooding that devastated much of southern Minnesota. It swelled multiple rivers and resulted in flooding in downtown Spring Valley, caused the partial failure of a dam in...
City of Rochester is preparing for annual 4th Fest
ROCHESTER, Minn.- The city of Rochester is preparing for its annual Independence Day celebrations, 4th Fest on Thursday, July 4. Nick Lemmer, communications coordinator for the city of Rochester, says the city has 4 hours of programming in the lead up to its 30 minute fireworks display. Entertainment will include...
Goodhue County plans cannabis moratorium
The Goodhue County Board is considering an emergency moratorium on cannabis dispensaries to give county staff time to write regulations. A public hearing on the proposed moratorium is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3 in Cannon Falls. The moratorium would be in place until Jan. 1, 2025 and would prohibit both new and pending cannabis locations, according to a draft.
Med City prepares for it's annual 4th Fest celebration
KIMT News Three's Evan Berg spoke with Rochester's communication coordinator about what Olmsted County can expect for this years event. City of Rochester is preparing for annual 4th Fest. Nick Lemmer, communications coordinator for the city of Rochester, says the city has over 4 hours of entertainment planned for its...
New Salvation Army officer comes to Rochester
ROCHESTER, Minn. – Lt. Alisa Carson is The Salvation Army’s new Corps Officer for Pastoral Services in Rochester. Lt. Alisa moved to Rochester on June 26th with her two children, Li (15), and Taliana (7). The family is originally from Albert Lea and Lt. Alisa says they are happy to return to Minnesota after her officer training at The Salvation Army Training College in Chicago.
Studies show Minneapolis with housing shortage, Rochester is safe, and MN heat is expensive
(Minneapolis, MN) -- Minneapolis has been identified as one of the top ten cities in the U.S. with the worst housing shortage. The rank came from a recent Zillow report. Despite a construction boom during the pandemic, the housing deficit in the country continues to increase, with a shortage of four-point-five million homes in 2022. This shortage is attributed to the growing number of families seeking homes compared to the limited availability of housing units for rent or sale. Minneapolis ranked eighth in the list of cities facing housing shortages, with the report highlighting the need for more construction to address the affordability crisis affecting both homeowners and renters.
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.
Local treatment courts hosting 18th annual Sober Fest event July 27
(ABC 6 News) – Local treatment courts in Minnesota will be hosting the 18th annual Sober Fest event on Saturday, July 27. According to a press release, this event will be hosted by the Dodge, Wabasha, Winona, Steele/Waseca, Rice, and Olmsted County Drug Courts and Third Judicial District Veteran’s Court.
Two Family Service Rochester employees appointed to Minnesota Board of Directors
(ABC 6 News) — On Tuesday, Family Service Rochester announced that two of their employees have been appointed to the Minnesota Board of Directors by Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan. Katherine Driskell MSW, LICSW, Program Manager of School Based Mental Health at Family Service Rochester, has...
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