How RPU is Building Its New Massive Solar Field in RochesterHow RPU is Building Its New Massive Solar Field in RochesterSo just how is RPU putting up its new Westside Solar Field? Check out this time-lapse video...Curt St. JohnCurt St. John
Rochester Frost Depth Approaching Four FeetRochester Frost Depth Approaching Four FeetRPU issued an advisory earlier this week about water service lines.Kim DavidKim David
Rochester Public Utilities: "Watch For Frozen Water Lines"Rochester Public Utilities: "Watch For Frozen Water Lines"The same advisory was issued a year ago.Kim DavidKim David
New Rochester Public Utilities Charge Now In EffectNew Rochester Public Utilities Charge Now In EffectIt applies to many water customers.Kim DavidKim David
How Much Does it Cost to Run Christmas Lights in Minnesota?How Much Does it Cost to Run Christmas Lights in Minnesota?They're a big part of just about everyone's holiday displays, but do you know how much it costs to run your Christmas lights here in Minnesota?Curt St. JohnCurt St. John
Significant Increase In Overdue Rochester Public Utilities BillsSignificant Increase In Overdue Rochester Public Utilities BillsThe average overdue amount for residential customers has doubled since the pandemic began.Kim DavidKim David
Rochester Residents/Businesses Face Possible Higher Utility BillsRochester Residents/Businesses Face Possible Higher Utility BillsA recommendation calls for increases in water and electric rates next year.Kim DavidKim David
Planned New Rochester Electric Substation Project May Be DelayedPlanned New Rochester Electric Substation Project May Be DelayedStaff says only two bids were submitted and they were way over budget.Kim DavidKim David
Rochester Public Utilities Resumes Electric Service DisconnectsRochester Public Utilities Resumes Electric Service DisconnectsCustomers who didn't pay their electric bills were given a reprieve during the pandemic.Kim DavidKim David
Power Outage in Northwest RochesterPower Outage in Northwest RochesterIt began around 5:30 am.Kim DavidKim David
Rochester Grows But Residential Electrical Usage FallsRochester Grows But Residential Electrical Usage FallsThe Rochester Public Utilities Board is scheduled to review the 2020 report on electrical service operations Tuesday and members will notice a continuing trend - more energy-efficient customers.Kim DavidKim David
Electrical Outage Affects Hundreds in Downtown RochesterElectrical Outage Affects Hundreds in Downtown RochesterThe outage began around 9:35 am and an RPU spokeswoman said it affected an estimated 800 customers.Kim DavidKim David
Several Blocks in Downtown Rochester Go Dark After Power OutageSeveral Blocks in Downtown Rochester Go Dark After Power OutageIf you lost power at work, would you get the day off?Jessica WilliamsJessica Williams
Another Foot Added To Rochester Area Frost DepthAnother Foot Added To Rochester Area Frost DepthThe recent streak of very cold weather in the Rochester area added nearly another foot to the frost depth.Kim DavidKim David