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United had been offering daily flights between the two cities since fall of last year through a partnership with SkyWest Airlines.
The name of Rochester’s next school will pay homage to indigenous people who have lived in the area for hundreds of years.
Council President Brooke Carlson joined three others on the council in suggesting the city wait until it has a better understanding of what the federal requirements will be before considering an incentive program.
This month the Minnesota Department of Transportation — in partnership with the City of Rochester, Mayo Clinic, and others — began a soft launch of the “Med City Mover,” a 12-month pilot program designed to test the effectiveness of autonomous vehicles in a live-action setting.
Whether you enjoy live music, craft beer, flavorful food, or any combination thereof, the final Saturday of Rochester’s summer event calendar has something for you.
The Minnesota Department of Health has unveiled a new mobile application that allows residents to use their smartphones to access immunization records — including for Covid-19.
Rochester’s outdoor recreation enthusiasts will soon have another option for buying and selling camping supplies, kayaks and other gear.
Been out for nightlife downtown lately? You may have noticed a new presence on the streets outside some of the city’s busiest establishments.
Once up and running — which officials say should happen by 2025 — the system will include seven stops along Second Street, including the Civic Center, Cascade Lake, Mayo Clinic campuses, and the Government Center.
In a post to social media, co-owners Justin Schoville and Lindsay Zubay said the decision to close the two restaurants was due to the effects of Covid-19 as well as problems finding staff.
After a surprisingly close finish in 2020, DFLer Sara Flick announced this week she will be making a second bid for the Minnesota Senate.
Additionally, the Rochester Police Department announced Friday that officers and staff will wear a commemorative pin with the words “never forget.” The pins will be worn on uniforms for the entire year.
With music beginning to make its way indoors for the fall, one Rochester promoter says it will be requiring proof of vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours to attend a show.
Rochester Public Schools has clarified its anthem and pledge protocols with all of its activities directors following a recent event in which Century High School AD Mark Kuisle demanded that students stand for the national anthem.
As we reported here last September, Hagedorn’s office was found to have spent $440,000 on companies connected to members of his staff. Hagedorn has repeatedly denied any personal wrongdoing,
Set to open in December, “Homecoming Queen” will give visitors the opportunity to explore the world of Utica Queen, who came to fame in season 13 of the Emmy-winning series “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert and chief medical adviser to the president, will deliver the 2021 commencement address for the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
Hospitalizations also remain steady. As of Monday, there were 43 new Covid-related admissions over the previous seven-day period.
After narrowly losing her bid for the Minnesota Senate in 2020, Dr. Aleta Borrud has announced she will make a second run at the seat.
In response to new guidance from state and federal health officials, organizers of the popular Thursdays Downtown series says they will be “strongly recommending” face masks be worn at upcoming events.
