🌱 Truck Driver Lands In Rochester Hospital + Money Spill Outside City

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But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Partly sunny. High: 89 Low: 66.
• Saturday: A severe p.m. t-storm; breezy. High: 85 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories today in Rochester-Mason City:

1. Nearby in Fillmore County a semi-truck driver was injured in a crash and transported to St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The accident occurred Wednesday afternoon when Brian John Justin attempted to make a left onto eastbound 120th Street from Highway 63 when his truck overturned and went into a ditch. It was noted after the crash that there was no alcohol involved in the incident and that the driver did have his seatbelt on during the incident. (KROC-AM)
2. Earlier this week right outside of Rochester an armored truck was pulled over on the shoulder of the highway due to an apparent money spill. On Thursday morning the truck was traveling eastbound on Highway 14 between Rochester and Byron when it was reported that money had fallen out of the truck while traveling. The truck was quickly surrounded by squad cars and an emergency pick-up truck, eastbound traffic was reduced to one lane as the incident was being handled. (KDHL Radio)
3. With summer in full swing, homeless individuals in Rochester face the risk of overheating while sleeping outdoors. The Landing MN and other local shelters are working tirelessly to provide ice-cold water and lunches, offering support to those who cannot find space in the shelters. Due to limited bed availability, helping individuals cope with the elements becomes crucial. For those seeking shelter from the heat, the Rochester Community Warming Center can be found at 200 4th Street SE. (KIMT 3)

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Today and tomorrow in Rochester-Mason City:

Friday, June 23

• Rochester Fireworks At Northrop Community Education (10:00 AM)
• Acrylic Pour Coasters At Art Heads Emporium (6:30 PM)

Saturday, June 24

• Storytime At Quarry Hill Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• StarKnits Zombie Knitpocalypse At Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area (1:00 PM)
• Bobcat Live At Taco Jed (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Although Juneteenth has passed it is never too late to learn more about American and African American history. The staff at Elton Hills Elementary School has worked hard to put some resources together for further education on the holiday. You can access this information here. (Rochester Public Schools via Facebook)
• The city of Rochester has announced that the City Council Meeting will be taking place on Jun. 26 at 7:00 p.m. To learn more about submitting public opinions, the meeting agenda or anything else, click here. The meeting will be live-streamed for anyone who is unable to attend in person. (City of Rochester, MN Government via Facebook)
• Both the Rochester Police Department and Olmsted County Sheriff's Office are excited to celebrate Nights to Unite, also known as National Night Out on Aug. 1. Officers from both departments will visit several neighborhoods to connect with members of the community. (City of Rochester, MN Police Department via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.