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- 1Minnesota education department launches task force on standardized tests●Minnesota Department of Education launches task force to review standardized tests
The Minnesota Department of Education has launched a task force to review the state's standardized testing system. The announcement, reported by KTTC, signals a possible re-examination of how student achievement is assessed in Minnesota schools. Details on the task force's membership, timeline and scope have not yet been made public, and it remains unclear what specific changes the review could bring.
- 2Mantorville Theatre Opens "Let's Murder Marsha" Dinner Theatre October 9▼Midwest Access: Mantorville Theatre Company’s “Let’s Murder Marsha” Dinner Theatre opening October 9
The Mantorville Theatre Company in Mantorville, Minnesota, is opening its dinner theatre production of the comedy "Let's Murder Marsha" on October 9. The show was featured in a local segment by Rochester station KTTC as part of its Midwest Access series, highlighting community arts events in the region. The comedic farce combines dinner and theatre for local audiences.
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KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota aired the second part of its 'Sports Extra' segment on Friday, October 2, recapping the day's high school and regional sports action. Viewers in southeastern Minnesota tune in for highlights, scores and commentary on local teams. No specific story from the broadcast has drawn wider attention beyond its regular local audience.
- 4Rochester Repertory Theatre to open 'Sweeney Todd' October 2▼Midwest Access: “Sweeney Todd” at The Rochester Repertory Theatre opening on October 2
The Rochester Repertory Theatre in Rochester, Minnesota is staging 'Sweeney Todd,' with the production opening on October 2. The show was featured on KTTC's Midwest Access segment, highlighting the local theatre season. Local audiences are being invited to catch the dark musical comedy at the downtown venue as the fall season begins.
- 5Tim Volz returns to discuss the Iceberg Theory and mental health▼Midwest Access: The Iceberg Theory and Mental Health with Tim Volz Part II
KTTC's Midwest Access program in Rochester, Minnesota aired a second part of its conversation with Tim Volz about the Iceberg Theory and mental health. The segment uses the iceberg analogy to explain that visible behaviors often hide deeper emotional struggles beneath the surface, continuing a broader regional effort to encourage open discussions about mental wellbeing.
- 6Rochester opens applications for Garden Grants program▼City of Rochester accepting applications for Garden Grants program
The City of Rochester, Minnesota, is now accepting applications for its Garden Grants program, according to local station KTTC. The program supports community or neighborhood gardening projects, though details on funding amounts, eligibility and deadlines have not been provided. Residents interested in applying can expect more information from the city as the application period continues.
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KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota aired the third part of its Friday, October 2 edition of Sports Extra, a roundup of local and regional sports coverage. The segment recaps the day's high school and area athletics stories for viewers in southeastern Minnesota.
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KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota broadcast the first part of its 'Sports Extra' program for Friday, October 2, recapping local and regional high school and college sports action for viewers in southeastern Minnesota. The segment forms part of the station's regular Friday night sports coverage, though specific games and scores featured in this edition were not detailed.
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Local news outlet KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota has run a report on aviation business flights, focusing on the business aviation sector. Beyond the headline, few details are available about what the report covered, such as whether it examined local airport activity, charter operators, or industry trends. The item appears under business news coverage.
- 10Our Savior's Lutheran Church to Hold Fair Trade Market▼Midwest Access: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Fair Trade Market October 2-4
Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Rochester, Minnesota is holding a Fair Trade Market from October 2 to 4. The event was highlighted on KTTC's Midwest Access, which features local community activities. The market gives shoppers a chance to buy goods from artisans and farmers in developing countries, with proceeds supporting fair wages and ethical trade practices.
- 11Minnesota gubernatorial candidates make final Election Day push▼Minnesota gubernatorial candidates prepare for Election Day
Minnesota's gubernatorial candidates are making their final preparations ahead of Election Day, closing out their campaigns with last-minute outreach to voters across the state. Local outlets, including Rochester's KTTC, are covering the contest as polling places get set to open. The race is drawing attention as Minnesotans prepare to choose their next governor, with candidates focused on turning out supporters and final stump appearances before voting concludes.
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A man from Red Wing, Minnesota has pleaded guilty in connection with a 2024 murder, according to local outlet KTTC. The guilty plea brings a year-old homicide case a step closer to resolution, though details of the sentencing and the circumstances of the killing have not yet been reported.
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KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota aired its Sports Extra segment on October 2, 2026, rounding up local and regional sports news. The program covers highlights and scores from area teams, and viewers in southeastern Minnesota rely on it for their regular evening sports recap.
- 14Heartland Sports Segment Airs on The Breakfast Show●Heartland Sports on The Breakfast Show 10/3 Pt. 1
KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota aired a new edition of Heartland Sports as part one of its Breakfast Show on October 3. The segment covers local and regional sports stories for viewers in southeastern Minnesota. The station presents the segment in multiple parts, with part one leading the morning sports coverage.
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A man from Red Wing, Minnesota has pleaded guilty to a murder committed in 2024, according to local news reporting from KTTC. The plea resolves the criminal case, though details of the victim, circumstances, and expected sentencing were not included in the initial report. Local residents are following the case as it moves toward sentencing.
- 16Family of Renee Good sues US government over immigration case▼Family of Renee Good suing U.S. Government and immigration officials
The family of Renee Good has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government and immigration officials, according to Minnesota news outlet KTTC. The suit, reported in Rochester, MN, names federal immigration authorities among the defendants. Details about the specific claims and circumstances of the case have not been released, but the filing adds to ongoing scrutiny of immigration enforcement practices in the United States.
- 17Cradle 2 Career to Hold Education Summit October 20●Midwest Access: Cradle 2 Career’s Education Summit on October 20
Cradle 2 Career is holding an education summit on October 20, featured in a Midwest Access segment on KTTC. The event brings together educators, community leaders and families to discuss ways to support children's learning from early childhood through career readiness. Organisers say the gathering is aimed at strengthening collaboration across the region's schools and community programs.