Rochester
Morning News
Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The first annual Seviyn Strong Heterotaxy Awareness Walk took place Sunday, May 24 at Genesee Valley Park. Families and advocates gathered & showed support for those affected by the rare condition at Dolah Me After Care’s event honoring Breonna Orum's daughter. ABC 13
- ➤ The Monroe Astronautical Rocket Society hosted the National Sport Launch East in Geneseo on Sunday, drawing local rocketry fans to a live display of amateur launches. ABC 13
- ➤ News10NBC’s Rochester in Focus featured local leaders discussing suicide prevention in construction — along with Rochester’s Fashion Week founder launching a new charity venture — while the 19th Ward Square Fair is set for June 6 and a Grammy-nominated saxophonist expands his free music lesson program. News 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Prep seniors celebrated college acceptances on Friday at a school event where 90 students announced their plans, with 19 earning full rides and 87% accepted for both two-year and four-year programs while others received student loans under $6,000. News 10
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A photo gallery from 13WHAM ABC shows storm damage from Saturday, May 23 in Rochester, including a large tree blocking Culver Road (photo by Ken Sauer). ABC 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Community members took part in the Seviyn Strong Heterotaxy Awareness Walk on Sunday at the Roundhouse Shelter at Genesee Valley Park to raise awareness about a rare birth defect (heterotaxy). They wore blue shirts with Seviyn Strong and joined the event to honor Seviyn’s survival. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rochester’s Red Wings extended their winning streak to eight with a 7-5 win over Worcester on Saturday at Polar Park — Seaver King drove in four runs and Abimelec Ortiz hit a key two-run home run while the team held off a late WooSox rally. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The YMCA of Greater Rochester will host the Gus Macker Tournament—a 3-on-3 basketball event benefiting local YMCAs—June 27-28 at ESL Ballpark, with registration for teams of four closing on June 8 and costing $200. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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Let’s Play Power Grid
12:30-4:30 p.m. — Dice Versa — Cost information not provided — Dive into an economic strategy game that promises deep thinking and fun.
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