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Rochester Public Utilities Issues Alert Over Scam Calls
2+ hour ago (189+ words) Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - Rochester Public Utilities today issued an alert to customers about fraudulent phone calls. RPU spokesperson Tom Torgerson says the scam calls appear to come from an RPU phone number and customers have reported that the caller…...
These 7 Google Searches That Could Now Get You Flagged in Rochester, MN
2+ week, 4+ day ago (241+ words) You don't have to be plotting anything sinister to attract attention online; curiosity is enough. In fact, Googling these seven things in Rochester, Minnesota, could quietly land you on a government radar, even if your intentions are completely innocent. Google…...
Priority Mail Prices Set To Rise By 6.6% As USPS Adjusts To Market Needs
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (282+ words) In a world where it seems everything is more, get ready to pay more for mail in 2026. The USPS announced in November that the cost to send items will increase by between 5% and nearly 8%. So what will that mean for…...
USPS Issues New Winter Warning For Minnesota
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (435+ words) After a couple of years of wimpy winters, Mother Nature is back with cold and snow across Minnesota. And that has caused the U.S. Postal Service to issue a new alert for the Land of 10,000 Snow-and-Ice Covered Lakes. Living here in…...
Gifts That Are Now Illegal For Mail Carriers To Accept In Minnesota
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (254+ words) It's the season of giving, and for people whose love language is giving or receiving gifts, it truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Of course, gift giving isn't about materialism; experts say that the emphasis should be…...
10 Phone Tricks for Picture-Perfect Holiday Shots
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (126+ words) PHONE PICS THAT POP: Simple'Secrets to get Stunning Shots Now you've got a magical moment. See how it's done in action below" You should have a clear image of just the lights. See how it's done below". There are a…...
Important Tips For Safely Charging Electronics During Fire Prevention Month
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (346+ words) There are a few things that cause us humans to have that immediate "sick to your stomach" moment, such as losing our wallet, not being able to find our keys when we're running late or realizing that we forgot to…...
Here's How to Tell Google You Want More of Our Content
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (139+ words) It can be hard to find news and information from media'sources you trust. That's why Google has recently added a new feature: Preferred Sources. By adding'News Talk 1340 KROC-AM as a "preferred source," you signal to Google that you would like…...
Minnesota Targets TikTok in Lawsuit Over Teen Mental Health
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (248+ words) St. Paul, MN (MinnesotaNow) -The State of Minnesota's top prosecutor is now targeting TikTok. State Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a lawsuit against the social media platform that is similar to a federal lawsuit brought against Meta nearly two…...
Check Those Mailboxes: A Little Upkeep Goes A Long Way
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (676+ words) After a long winter, those mailboxes might need a facelift. Let's chat about how to keep them in tip-top shape! Continue reading" The U.S. Postal Service is reminding Minnesotans to take a few minutes to take a closer look at their…...