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Rochester center run by Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota meets needs through stretch of frigid weather but sees challenges ahead

Jan. 22—ROCHESTER — The Rochester City Council agreed to pay $245,000 to settle a federal lawsuit connected to fees charged to a local developer. The council approved the settlement with Tap House Real Estate LLC Wednesday as part of an agreement that includes no admission of liability. The unanimous approval came without comment. A report prepared by Rochester City Attorney Michael ...

Southwest Rochester neighbors will present their proposal to city's Heritage Preservation Commission on Tuesday.

Neighbors concerns about 'overly broad' proposal heard ahead of Rochester commission's decision to recommend support of local protections

The Minnesota Legislature is expected to consider two bills to fund the continued rehabilitation of Stoppel Farmstead and possible History Center of Olmsted County upgrades.

A one-year extension is being considered for a Chateau Theatre operating contract.

Staff says starting with outdoor facilities is cost-effective approach with full implementation remaining as goal

Olmsted County commissioners are considering the sale of at least part of the former Seneca Foods canning facility site.

A $206,550 contract is the next step in rolling out plans to clean up more than 800,000 abandoned tires and other environmental concerns on more than 12 acres of tax-forfeited property in Haverhill Township.

Feb. 4—ROCHESTER — Steps continue to be taken toward a united approach seeking to end homelessness in Olmsted County. A draft of an "Any Path Home" charter is circulating among 10 partner agencies, with plans for the Rochester Area Foundation to serve as the backbone agency for the program. "They will employ the staff for Any Path Home, and formal approval of legal commitments will go to the ...