Sananda McCall

1 week ago | kimt.com | Sananda McCall

ROCHESTER, Minn.-- Indian Heights Park is being considered for historic landmark designation, with discussions focusing on its cultural and historical significance as a Dakota burial site. The Rochester Area Indigenous Ethnographic Study recommends pursuing both local and national designation, with research conducted simultaneously by one expert or team.

1 week ago | kimt.com | Sananda McCall

(KIMT NEWS 3)-- At 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, Americans pause to honor those who gave their lives in service. But in 1996, when children were asked what the day meant, their response, "That's the day the pools open," led to the creation of the National Moment of Remembrance in 2000, uniting millions in solemn tribute.

2 weeks ago | kimt.com | Sananda McCall

BYRON, Minn.--Earlier this May, the city engaged its youngest residents in civic leadership through the "Mayor for a Day" essay contest. The initiative, led by the League of Minnesota Cities, invited 4th and 5th graders to share their ideas on improving their community. Mayor Daryl Glassmaker personally reviewed 50 to 70 student submissions and selected a handful that aligned with the city's ongoing projects. "It's kind of cool to have the students echo what we're actually doing," Glassmaker said.

2 weeks ago | kimt.com | Sananda McCall

ROCHESTER, Minn.--Kendall Qualls, a retired U.S. Army officer and healthcare executive, has officially launched his second run for governor of Minnesota in 2026. After previous bids for Congress and governor, he believes Minnesotans now better understand his leadership vision. Public safety is a key focus, with Qualls citing rising crime rates and the recent theft of his campaign manager’s car in Minneapolis as evidence of the need for stronger policies.

2 weeks ago | kimt.com | Sananda McCall

(KIMT NEWS 3)-- Mason City’s own Billy Foster is making waves in the culinary world as he competes in the 2025 Favorite Chef competition, presented by Carla Hall. A recent graduate of Escoffier Culinary Institute, Foster brings heart and passion to the kitchen, inspired by his late great-grandmother, mother, and aunt. Foster specializes in Southern Louisiana-style cuisine, a rich and flavorful tradition featuring fresh seafood, bold spices, and comforting soul food classics.