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1972: Rochester is the state’s “Icebox” with 28 below zero

Highlights of events in 1997, 1972, 1947 and 1922.

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Christmas cheer survives the start of the war

On the first anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Rochester finds ways to honor those who serve.

December 06, 2022 06:00 PM

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That's using your imagination

Paul Hemp's car was a sight to see.

December 06, 2022 11:00 AM

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Memories of my crumbling house on the hill

Columnist Loren Else says he can still recall the ancient home — a former stagecoach stop — where his grandparents lived in Kansas.

December 06, 2022 07:00 AM

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The Last Alarm

On Christmas Eve of 1953, a 9-year-old boy fell through the ice at Silver Lake. The rescuers didn't hesitate. Columnist Steve Lange tells the story.

December 06, 2022 06:30 AM

By Steve Lange

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1922: No additional federal income taxes are needed

Highlights of events in 1997, 1972, 1947 and 1922.

December 06, 2022 12:00 AM

By Loren Else

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Light it up: Your 2022 guide to holiday displays

View some of the best holiday light displays in Rochester.

December 05, 2022 03:00 PM

By Andrew Link

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1947: KWNO radio to carry Louis vs. Walcott title fight

Highlights of events in 1997, 1972, 1947 and 1922.

December 05, 2022 12:00 AM

By Loren Else

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5 Things to Catch

What's happening this week?

December 04, 2022 05:30 AM

By Staff reports

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The lost highway of full service and free bottles of Squirt

Columnist Dan Conradt says a gas gauge on "E" and a small town brought feelings of nostalgia and Rod Sterling.

December 03, 2022 06:00 AM

By Dan Conradt

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1922: Fire destroys main Winona State Teachers’ college building

Highlights of events in 1997, 1972, 1947 and 1922.

December 03, 2022 12:00 AM

By Loren Else

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1922: Catholic Hospital Association to meet in Rochester

Highlights of events in 1997, 1972, 1947 and 1922.

December 02, 2022 12:00 AM

By Loren Else

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1972: Police to be stationed at all airline gates

Highlights of events in 1997, 1972, 1947 and 1922.

December 01, 2022 12:00 AM

By Loren Else