Closures Start Monday in Rochester Park for Utility ProjectClosures Start Monday in Rochester Park for Utility ProjectRPU says the project will allow the utility provider to serve load growth for downtown Rochester and southern Rochester. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
National Weather Service Confirms Tornado Damage in Winona CountyNational Weather Service Confirms Tornado Damage in Winona CountyParts of Rochester saw 2.5 inches of rain.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Thousands Lost Power When Severe Storms Hit Rochester AreaThousands Lost Power When Severe Storms Hit Rochester AreaIt appears the worst storm damage was in Winona County.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Draw Down for Silver Lake Planned for Dam Maintenance Draw Down for Silver Lake Planned for Dam Maintenance The drawdown is scheduled to begin December 9. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Thousands in Rochester Lose Power Due to Sunday Storms (Update)Thousands in Rochester Lose Power Due to Sunday Storms (Update)The latest updates indicates power has been restored in some neighborhoods. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Rochester Public Utilities Workers Responding to Hurricane IanRochester Public Utilities Workers Responding to Hurricane IanThe workers left town this morning. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
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