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Mobile simulation trucks bring hands-on training to first responders in Mason City
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (394+ words) (ABC 6 News) " When seconds can mean the difference between life and death, first responders need training that feels as real as the emergencies they face. On Thursday in Mason City, that training rolled right to the airport. Mobile simulation trucks…...
MSHSL, KSTC-TV announce exclusive broadcast and streaming extension agreement through 2031
1+ week, 3+ day ago (293+ words) kaaltv. com MSHSL, KSTC-TV announce exclusive broadcast and streaming extension agreement through 2031 (ABC 6 News) " The Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) and KSTC-TV (45 TV) have struck a deal to continue their state tournament coverage through the 2030-2031 school year. The new…...
Rural Iowa fire departments struggle to recruit new members
2+ week, 1+ day ago (293+ words) (ABC 6 News) " Volunteer fire departments across North Iowa are struggling to find new members amid a nationwide shortage folks willing to fight fires without a paycheck. Flames engulfed buildings in Chester, Corwith and Rudd over the last few days and…...
Austin Boys Volleyball wins season opener against Como Park
2+ week, 3+ day ago (28+ words) kaaltv. com Austin Boys Volleyball wins season opener against Como Park Austin Boys Volleyball wins season opener over Como Park...
Prep of the Week: Maycie Mierau
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (373+ words) Lewiston-Altura Girls Basketball has given its fanbase something it hasn't experienced in 21 years: Optimism. The Cardinals are close to having their first winning season since 2005, leading the way is the latest member of the 1, 000-point club: Maycie Mierau. "My first…...
School officials in Rochester receive new training to spot early warning signs of potential student threats
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (327+ words) (ABC 6 News) " School leaders from across southeastern Minnesota gathered in Rochester on Wednesday to learn how to recognize and prevent potential threats before they turn into violence. The Minnesota School Safety Center hosted its first Behavioral Threat Assessment Training focused…...
Rochester Sports announces speaker for 20th annual banquet
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (177+ words) (ABC 6 News) " Rochester Sports announced that Emmy-winning Broadcaster Marney Gellner will speak at its annual banquet in February. The 20th Annual Rochester Sports Banquet will be held on February 1st, 2026, at the Rochester Event Center. Marney Gellner has been a fixture in…...
Rochester Fire Department training to handle structure fires
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (132+ words) (ABC 6 News) " Every Rochester Fire Department crew honed their skills for dealing with structure fires on Friday, September 26th. Firefighters went through hands-on training at RFD's training tower. They sharpened their skills for attacking interior fires, ventilation, searching for victims and…...
RPD to conduct active shooter drill Friday
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (145+ words) (ABC 6 News) " Following the tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School on Wednesday, the Rochester Police Department has announced it will conduct an active shooter drill on Friday. Related: Officials say Annunciation Church shooter was obsessed with past…...
Law enforcement training happening at Oxbow Park Wednesday
8+ mon, 4+ day ago (173+ words) (ABC 6 News) " Rochester residents may see a large law enforcement presence at Oxbow Park as officers participate in important training. Olmsted County Sheriff's Office announced that deputies, along with officers from Rochester Police Department and other local agencies will conduct…...