Rochester
Morning News
Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester in Focus previews four local events: a 24-hour haircut marathon by a local barber Friday at 8 a.m. to fund bikes for kids, a College Decision Day podcast, a May 11 football scouting jamboree, and a luncheon awarding 14 scholarships. News 10
- ➤ About 50 community members gathered this weekend at a pocket park in southwest Rochester to unveil an 8-foot peace pole with the message 'May Peace Prevail on Earth.' The monument, planted in Kailee’s Community Garden at Kenwood Avenue and Kirkland Road, honors a young life and promotes unity. WXXI News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walmart announced that its Rochester stores at 1490 Hudson Ave and 2150 Chili Ave will receive upgrades including wider aisles, enhanced displays, improved parking, and renovated pharmacies & vision centers, as part of a statewide plan that will roll out through 2026. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In Rochester, the Music Hall of Fame inducted actor Taye Diggs along with six other artists at Eastman Theater on Sunday night. The ceremony celebrated their musical contributions to the city's cultural legacy. News 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers' late budget extensions pose planning challenges for school districts that must submit property tax report card data today—officials say the proposed minimum state aid may help districts adjust their budgets as final funding figures await confirmation. Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A University of Rochester Medical Center study shows that low-dose ibuprofen and exercise can ease chemo brain in cancer patients. Dr. Michelle Janelsins and her team found that exercise reduced inflammation more effectively and may offer patients an additional recovery option. WXXI News
- ➤ On Sunday, April 26, the George Eastman Museum hosted a screening of the award-winning documentary 'The Ebony Canal' that showed health gaps for Black mothers and babies. A community dialogue followed, and a portion of proceeds went to local groups (helping improve mental and infant health). ABC 13
- ➤ Today, residents can explore easy hiking trails at Black Creek Park in Chili, Meridian Centre Park in Brighton, and Four Mile Creek Preserve in Webster as studies show a short walk improves heart health and eases stress. Democrat & Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Thousands participated in the annual Flower City Challenge on Sunday, April 26 at Parcel 5 — the scenic race routed through multiple neighborhoods and ended with a live music celebration. ABC 13
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Family Chess Club
3-4 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy a friendly atmosphere for chess enthusiasts of all levels to play and strategize.
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The Music of Tina Turner
7-10 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Cost Info not provided — Experience legendary hits from the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll by superstar singers.
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Estate Planning Basics with Nathan VanBrunt
3-4 p.m. — Penfield Public Library — Free entry — Gain essential knowledge on wills, trusts, and common estate planning errors in this informative session.
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Pretty in Pink 80s Party featuring Belious Some
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Tickets available online — Experience 80s nostalgia with live music, iconic hits, and vibrant party vibes.
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Big Jay Oakerson Concert
9:00 PM — Comedy @ The Carlson — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Big Jay Oakerson.
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Step Off Competition Reunion
2-5 p.m. — East High School — Kids 2 and Under Free, Kids 3-12 $15 — Celebrate the reunion of step competition participants with performances and community spirit.
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Mother Goose by Rochester City Ballet
2-3 p.m. — The Hochstein School — Ticketed event — Experience classic fairytales come to life through Ravel’s whimsical music and ballet performance.
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Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Broadway In Hollywood
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey from Broadway to Hollywood with your RPO featuring hits from iconic stage-to-screen sensations.
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~ Henry Ford
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