Randy Petersen
Post-Bulletin
Rochester, MN, United States
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Recent articles by Randy:
Proposed funding boost tips hat to Rochester Civic Theatre turnaround
Council members recommend boosting city contribution to group in 2023 budget after nearly evicting the nonprofit in 2020. → Read More
Olmsted County election skeptics call for closer look at 2020 results
Election integrity group raises questions about 2020 election with county commissioner and requests to examine voter registration postcards tied to 2022 primary. → Read More
Commissioners seek Seneca development agreement
At least on other groups hopes room remains for their proposed use of a portion of the county property. → Read More
City, Mayo Clinic ready rapid-transit agreement that forgoes fares
A 20-year agreement with the potential for a 20-year extension is slated to be sent to Rochester City Council this week for a Monday vote. → Read More
7 updates provided during Rochester City Council's first-ever bus tour
Council members received information on a variety of current and potential project during tour of city. → Read More
What's the price for the Seneca site? Olmsted County commissioners expect to discuss Tuesday
Titan Development and Investments submitted top-ranked proposal for county-owned property, which appears to require sale of part or all of the Southeast Rochester site. → Read More
Ready to Lead is looking for greater diversity in community leadership
The program is seeking applicants interested in learning more about serving on a variety of local public or private boards and commissions. → Read More
Olmsted County sees COVID rate drop, but not enough to lower transmission status
Counties surrounding Olmsted remain areas of medium COVID transmission status under federal guidelines. → Read More
Medical care expected to grow with The Landing
The nonprofit is planning for added clinic space with new day center on Third Street Southeast. → Read More
Sixth Street bridge project lands $19.9 million in federal support
Planned Zumbro River crossing remains in design phase as funding for up to 80% of the project is secured. → Read More
New development code passes first test amid some questions
Heritage preservation, public input and development changes were raised as concerns during the first of two public hearings related to Unified Development Code. → Read More
Olmsted County discrimination case continues to unfold
Attorneys asked the judge for ruling on process issues related to social worker's claims. → Read More
Rochester mayor candidates prepare for next phase of campaign
Incumbent Norton will face challenger Noser on Nov. 8 ballot in citywide election. → Read More
Noser lands November challenge against Norton
Incumbent mayor Kim Norton sees majority of all votes cast in four-way primary. → Read More
Olmsted County commissioner races see tight races among top vote-getters
Mueller and Ramaker are set for District 4 race in November, along with Davis and Rossman in District 5. → Read More
Rochester council races narrowed for Nov. 8 election
Keane will be challenged by Hemenway in Ward 1, while Wahl and Castro will face each other in Ward 3. → Read More
Rochester mayor spurs questions as Byron election judge
State rules don't bar a city candidate from serving as poll workers in neighboring communities. → Read More
Silver Lake Park concepts point to possibilities for master plan
Rochester Park Board is expected to consider final master plan in October, following months of community discussion. → Read More
Southeast Minnesota COVID case rates continue to fluctuate
Olmsted County sees slight uptick as hospitalization rate remains steady with reduced severe cases. → Read More
Campaign finance filings slow in Olmsted County primary races
The state requires finance reports to be filed once a candidate's campaign spends or receives $750. → Read More