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Rochester Park Board to move forward in negotiations with Townies for Soldiers Field concessions
The Rochester Park Board will continue negotiations with Townies to operate concessions at Soldiers Field, after previously considering Uni Uni Bubble Tea and Old Abe Coffee Shop. The decision came at Tuesday’s meeting…
Telethon drummer Rob Gust named 2026 Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Rochester, Minnesota, fundraiser and drummer Rob Gust was named the 2026 Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser on Tuesday. The Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Southern Minnesota Chapter honored him at its Awards…
Mayo Clinic Q&A: What does a pituitary tumor diagnosis mean?
Mayo Clinic explains what a pituitary tumor diagnosis can mean, including the role and location of the pituitary gland. The gland sits at the base of the brain and helps regulate hormones that affect functions…
Wildcats rally past No. 5 Mesabi Range to capture third straight MCAC championship
The North Dakota State College of Science Wildcats secured their third consecutive Minnesota College Athletic Conference championship with a 22-15 victory over Minnesota North College-Mesabi Range. Despite being…
Warriors Win in Three Sets Against Triton Cobras in Section Semifinal, Win Final Set 30-28 in Intense Fashion
The Caledonia Warriors secured a hard-fought victory against the Triton Cobras in the 1AA Section Semifinal at the Rochester Mayo Civic Center. After winning the first two sets 25-19, the Warriors faced a resilient…
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Tigers’ seasons come to a close after competing at Section 1A meet
The Medford Tigers cross country teams concluded their season at the Section 1A Championships in Rochester. The boys' team finished 17th out of 20 teams, led by sophomore Joseph Hora, who placed 31st. The event marked…
GOP Rep. Finstad seeks recount in Minnesota's 1st District race
GOP Representative Brad Finstad has officially requested a publicly financed recount in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District race. Challenger Democrat Jake Johnson currently leads by 323 votes, a margin of 0.1%, which…
How Jake Johnson closed the gap on Rep. Brad Finstad
Democrat Jake Johnson has taken a narrow lead over incumbent Republican Brad Finstad in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District following a surge in late-counted votes. While the race remains too close to call and a…
MN 1st Congressional District race: Narrow margin won’t automatically trigger a recount
Democrat Jake Johnson has declared victory in Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District race, holding a narrow 323-vote lead over Republican incumbent Brad Finstad. Despite the 0.1% margin falling within the threshold for…
Democrat Jake Johnson claims victory but recount likely
Democrat Jake Johnson has declared victory in the race for Minnesota’s First Congressional District, holding a narrow 323-vote lead over Republican incumbent Brad Finstad. Despite the declaration, the razor-thin margin…
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Building our workforce means building opportunity for everyone
Columnist Jinny Rietmann argues that southeast Minnesota must address declining labor force participation rates to ensure long-term economic growth. With participation dropping across several demographics between 2019…
Jake Johnson declares victory in Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District race despite possible recount
Jake Johnson has declared victory in the race for Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District seat, despite the contest remaining uncalled by the Associated Press. Johnson currently leads Brad Finstad by 323 votes, a margin…
Johnson claims victory over Finstad in House race; no major outlet calls race
Democratic-Farmer-Labor candidate Jake Johnson claimed victory in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District race against Republican incumbent Brad Finstad. Despite the claim, major news outlets have not yet called the…
Too close to call: What happens next in 1st District race?
The congressional race in Minnesota's 1st District between Democrat Jake Johnson and Republican incumbent Brad Finstad remains too close to call. Johnson currently leads by 323 votes, a margin within the threshold for a…
Prominent business owner Joe Powers wins Rochester mayor race
Business owner Joe Powers has won the mayoral election in Rochester, Minnesota, defeating psychologist Jess Garcia in a close race. Powers, who succeeds retiring mayor Kim Norton, secured 50.5 percent of the vote. His…
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Minnesota's 1st Congressional District race remains a toss-up, CBS News reports
The race for Minnesota's 1st Congressional District remains too close to call as of Wednesday morning, with incumbent Republican Rep. Brad Finstad holding a narrow margin against Democratic challenger Jake Johnson. With…
Jake Johnson is sent to congress after a tight race
Democrat Jake Johnson has been elected to represent Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District after a narrow victory. Johnson secured the seat by a margin of 324 votes over Republican incumbent Brad Finstad. The result…
Johnson, Finstad locked in tight race for 1st Congressional District
Incumbent Rep. Brad Finstad and challenger Jake Johnson are locked in a competitive race for the 1st Congressional District seat. As of 9:30 P.M. on election night, Finstad held a slight lead with 59% of the vote and 9%…
Police respond to potential threat outside southeastern Minnesota school buildings
A school district near Rochester, Minnesota, implemented safety protocols at two of its buildings on Tuesday morning. The decision followed reports of a potential threat identified outside the school premises. Local…
OPINION: The MariBell project is not for us
A group of southeastern Minnesota residents has voiced formal opposition to the proposed 'MariBell' high-voltage transmission line project. In a letter to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, the residents argue…
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Election Night prayer vigils to be held across Southern Minnesota
The non-profit organization ISAIAH is coordinating “Count Every Vote” prayer vigils across 10 communities in Southern Minnesota for Election Night. Scheduled to coincide with the closing of polls, the events aim to…
Mayo Clinic Minute: Understanding brain aneurysms and treatment options
Mayo Clinic experts provide guidance on identifying and treating brain aneurysms, noting that approximately 1 in 50 Americans may have an unruptured case. While unruptured aneurysms allow for planned medical evaluation…
How do we get EMS off life support in southeast Minnesota?
Local leaders in southeast Minnesota are warning that one-time state grants are insufficient to sustain emergency medical services in the region. Despite previous legislative funding efforts, officials argue that…
Area Volleyball: Hornets denied state title
The Lake Region Hornets were defeated in the MCAC Tier Two state volleyball final held on Saturday, October 31. Facing off against Rochester, the Hornets were unable to secure the championship title in the concluding…
Lady Warriors Win First Sections Matchup Against Chatfield in Three Sets, Will Face Triton In Semifinal
The Lady Warriors secured a victory in their first Section 1AA quarterfinal match against the Chatfield Gophers at the Rochester Mayo Civic Center. Winning in three straight sets with scores of 25-15, 25-18, and 25-18…
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Lisa Demuth, Amy Klobuchar on the issues ahead of election for MN governor
As the Minnesota gubernatorial election approaches, candidates Lisa Demuth and Amy Klobuchar are making their final appeals to voters. The campaign has focused heavily on rising living costs, public safety concerns, and…
6 Long-Term Complications of Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, extends beyond skin irritation due to its impact on the body's protective filaggrin protein. According to experts at the Mayo Clinic, this condition can lead to…
Rochester Has Ribbon-Cutting For Jaycee Park’s New Playground Equipment
The city of Rochester officially celebrated the completion of upgrades at Jaycee Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event marked the installation of new playground equipment designed to enhance recreational…
New blood test can detect changes associated with Alzheimer's disease
A new blood test has been developed that can effectively detect biological changes associated with Alzheimer's disease. This diagnostic advancement allows for earlier identification of the condition, prompting an…