Rochester
Morning News
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brooklynn Rivera, a junior at Greece Olympia, is honored for returning a purse with money inside that she found last December in the school parking lot. Monroe County schools now accept nominations for students who perform good deeds for the Do the Right Thing awards. News 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Palmer's Food Market celebrated 175 years of operation when it opened an expansion in Henrietta on Tuesday, May 19; the new space will offer local shoppers more options. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kettle Korn is drawing long lines from eager fans at the Lilac Festival today as its sweet taste continues to win local hearts in Rochester. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Out of Pocket Productions presents the off-Broadway play 'Deep Blue Sound' at MuCCC from May 22 to 30, which explores the sudden disappearance of whales and fractures in a small island town. Actor Samantha Gibson and director Jeff Siuda promoted the play with ARC Rochester yesterday. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The southbound lane of Genesee Street between West Main and Clifton is closed for repairs after a water main break on the Holly System. Motorists are advised to take alternate routes — construction is expected to finish by the end of today. City of Rochester
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rochester’s University team developed an AI tool that uses detailed health record data to better predict lung disease in preterm newborns. The researchers say the tool outperformed older methods and will soon be validated for clinical decision support. Rochester Beacon
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A State Supreme Court justice ruled that Elizon Transfer DB LLC foreclosed on the Hungerford Building after Peter Hungerford defaulted on his $8.2M mortgage. The building—once a busy artist hub with 36 code violations—will be turned over for repayment determination. WXXI News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Section V girls lacrosse postseason tournaments began on Tuesday, May 19 across four classifications. Teams will compete over two weeks at various locations with championship games scheduled for June 1 and June 2 at St. John Fisher University. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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Don McLean Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless music of a GRAMMY Award-winning legend known for 'American Pie'.
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Toddler Time at Winton Library
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — An engaging hour of songs, rhymes, and stories to boost early literacy for toddlers.
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Cupid's Boomerang: Infrared Radiation Orchestra
8:00 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets starting at $12.30 — Experience an electrifying night of music with Cupid's Boomerang and Infrared Radiation Orchestra.
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Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra: Spring Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Pay-what-you-want — Experience the RPYO's final concert of the season featuring young talent and community support.
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Ismael Loutfi Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Kodak Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of Ismael Loutfi's performance.
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RHVCC Cars & BBQ
5 p.m. — Big Daddy BBQ & Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a classic car show, tasty BBQ, and live jazz music in a vibrant atmosphere.
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The Music Man
2:00 p.m. — Blackfriars Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical filled with catchy tunes and charming characters.
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Drinks & Music at Marge's
6-9 p.m. — Marge's Lakeside Inn — $5-10 entry — Unwind with drinks and enjoy live music from local artist Marty Roberts.
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Suffs
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre — Tickets from $86 — Experience a can't-miss live performance in Rochester.
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