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Jury awards $7.6M to survivor of sexual abuse by former Diocese of Winona priest

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Jury awards $7.6M to survivor of sexual abuse by former Diocese of Winona priest

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ROCHESTER — An Olmsted County jury awarded $7.6 million to a plaintiff who alleged sexual misconduct and filed a lawsuit against the Diocese of Winona. The jury returned its verdict on Monday, June 30, after a weeklong trial to determine the damages. The plaintiff, referred to as Doe 254, filed the complaint for a personal injury lawsuit in 2021 related to allegations of abuse in the 1970s. The case alleged three counts relating to negligence an…See the Story

Local students named to spring 2025 dean's list at BC3

Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester

Local students named to spring 2025 dean's list at BC3

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

BUTLER — Students from the Tri-County area were named to the spring 2025 dean’s list at Butler County Community College.See the Story

Northwest Rochester shooting leaves man dead

Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester

Northwest Rochester shooting leaves man dead

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

A man was shot and killed in broad daylight outside a Rochester apartment building Thursday morning, according to police.See the Story

H2A and H2B visa holders meet growing demand for North Dakota workers

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There have been 1,522 applications submitted thus far in fiscal year 2025, with requests for 7,429 workers. In FY 2024 there were a total of 1,505 applications submitted for 7,245 workers.Agriculture · Rochester See the Story

As wildfire smoke becomes more common, what are state, local leaders doing to protect people's health?

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ROCHESTER — In recent years, Minnesota's summers have been dotted with periods of poor air quality, often caused by wildfire smoke originating from northern Minnesota or Canada. In 2023, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency recorded 49 days where at least part of Minnesota experienced an air quality index in the "unhealthy for sensitive groups" or "unhealthy" ranges. Rochester had 15 poor air quality days that summer. During those poor air qua…Wildfires · Rochester Read Article

A Closer Look: Kelly Hannan

Kelly Hannan feels like she’s from everywhere. She was born in Rochester, Minn. Her family spent time in Waterloo and Minneapolis before moving to Urbandale when she was 16. She attended college in Pella and studied overseas for a time. She now lives in Dallas Center. “I’m a person that feels like home is where…Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester Read Article

With no fireworks from USDA reports, grain markets still lack a reason to move upward

Grain markets entered the June 30 USDA reports hoping for a reason to rally. What they got instead was confirmation of what they already suspected: Supplies remain ample, demand is sluggish and there is no weather threat strong enough to shake the bearish tone. The U.S. Acreage and Quarterly Stocks reports didn’t deliver fireworks, and futures barely flinched. That’s not bullish. In fact, the lack of surprise reinforces the current sentiment: Fo…Agriculture · Rochester Read Article

1950: South Korea’s army retreats

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2000 – 25 years ago A 1970s steel observation tower that preservationists say desecrated the hallowed ground of Gettysburg was demolished Monday on the anniversary of the battle that saved the Union. Rose Creek’s annual Fun Days celebration will be held July 7 to July 9 and features their famous chicken fry. Funds raised will go toward the children’s summer recreation program and the playground. 1975 – 50 years ago Air Force One, carrying Pres…Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester Read Article

Rochester man faces 9 criminal charges related to child sexual abuse materials

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ROCHESTER — A Rochester man admitted to possessing and disseminating child sexual abuse materials after police searched his residence, according to new charges filed in Olmsted County District Court. Christian Santiago Duran-Ayala, 24, is facing five counts related to disseminating and possessing CSAM, one count of using minors in a sexual performance, two counts related to child solicitation and one count of distributing CSAM via electronic com…Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester Read Article

Rochester-Marion KOA Reports Strong Fourth of July Bookings Despite Road Construction - Modern Campground

The KOA Rochester-Marion campground in Minnesota is nearing full capacity for the Fourth of July weekend, with staff confirming more than 70 of its 85 available sites for RVs, tents, and cabins were reserved as of Wednesday, July 2. Despite ongoing construction at the Interstate 90 and Highway 52 interchange, the campground has seen steady demand. Staff initially feared the roadwork would deter traffic from Rochester, located just north of the …Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester Read Article

Rochester Salvation Army names new leaders

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ROCHESTER — The Rochester Salvation Army is under new leadership with Capts.Michael and Kelly Hanton at the helm. Capts. Michael and Kelly are coming most recently from The Salvation Army in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, near Chicago. Previous leaders, Majs. Candace and Cornell Voeller served since July 2022. They are lifelong members of The Salvation Army, both of them having grown up attending church at The Salvation Army before spending 20 years…Rochester, Minnesota · Rochester Read Article

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