🌱 Warrant Arrest Meth Bust + Pedestrian Killed By Train In Downtown

Hello, Rochester-Mason City. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 77 Low: 57.
• Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant. High: 79 Low: 57.

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

1. Following a warrant arrest in Rochester last week, two local men now face felony drug charges after authorities uncovered substantial amounts of methamphetamine. Upon arresting 36-year-old Corinn Michelle Darnell Harless, initially sought for an active warrant, officers discovered over five grams of meth and various drug paraphernalia. The subsequent search of the vehicle, driven by 35-year-old Christopher Robert Larrison, led to the seizure of more than 30 grams of suspected meth, signaling potential drug sale activities, resulting in Larrison facing felony charges of first-degree drug sales and second-degree drug possession. (KROC-AM)
2. Rochester's Soldiers' Field buzzed with excitement and camaraderie on Saturday as thousands came together to celebrate Pride, embracing diversity and mutual support within the LGBTQ+ community. Amidst a backdrop of live music, local art vendors, and LGBTQ organizations, attendees reveled in the atmosphere of love and positivity, providing a much-needed antidote to negativity. Organizers focused on creating an inclusive, stress-free environment and highlighted the significance of Pride amidst rising anti-LGBTQ legislation, with the event leaving many feeling a renewed sense of acceptance and community support. (ABC 6 News KAAL TV)
3. In a tragic incident on Saturday afternoon, a pedestrian was fatally struck by a train in downtown Rochester. Authorities responded to the fatal event near the intersection of 1st Ave. Northwest and Civic Center Dr., following an emergency call received around 1 p.m. Police have since dismissed the possibility of any criminal involvement in the unfortunate incident, although the identity of the victim remains undisclosed. (KROC-AM)

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Today and tomorrow in Rochester-Mason City:

Monday, May 22

• Board Game Leauge at LTS Brewing Company (6 PM)

Tuesday, May 23

• Rising Stars Talent Show Case at Rochester Civic Theatre (6 PM)

From my notebook:

• Saturday was the Rochester Fire Departments Women's Fire Expo! This is the department's second year of this event, and you can check out all the photos taken on their Facebook page. (Rochester, MN Fire Department via Facebook)
• A Neighbor Alerted Rochester Firefighters to a House Fire Saturday night. When the fire department pulled up to the home, there was smoke coming from the roof of a vacant home, where a fire was burning in the kitchen area. Crews knocked down the fire but estimated the house suffered 100,000 in damage. Officials would like to remind citizens that if they see smoke or a fire, to call the fire department immediately. (KROC-AM)
• The Annual Band Festival in Mason City is coming up this week on May 25 - 29. The event will host a carnival, free live entertainment, a marketplace, and more. City Hall would like to remind everyone that the west parking lot will be closed starting today for the set up of the carnival and to use caution when traveling to the festival this weekend. (City of Mason City - Government via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! See you all soon for your next update.

— 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.