Coverage of lifestyle in Rochester focuses on culture, family, home, hobbies and relationships. It follows the everyday choices that shape daily life for residents across the city.
Olmsted County closes the Rochester park to the public during two controlled deer hunts in November 2026 to manage the herd.
Live Poll
Do you support using controlled deer hunts to manage populations in local parks?
Shelly Spallees Hansen, a family and consumer sciences teacher at John Marshall High School in Rochester, was named the Minnesota Association of Family and Consumer Sciences' 2027 Teacher of the Year.
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Would you pay for premium, custom-made treats for your pet?
The Rochester-based business specializes in small-batch cakes and frozen treats crafted specifically for local dogs.
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Do you believe local libraries should prioritize expanding digital access to historical community records?
The new online portal offers residents access to thousands of historical documents and local records.
A 28-year-old resident is facing a gross misdemeanor charge following the injury of a one-year-old dog in Rochester.
A Rochester woman located her son's final resting place at Oakwood Cemetery following a three-month search.
Day to day, that means local cultural trends, family activities, housing habits, hobby pursuits and social shifts. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Changes in economic conditions often force a recalibration of how households allocate time and resources toward these activities. generational differences in how families and individuals manage their daily routines serve as a frequent driver for stories.
