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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On July 30, local business leaders were celebrated at the 42nd annual Business Person of the Year Awards for their leadership and civic service. Lindsay Connelly of Linden Digital Marketing received the under 25 employees award + Scott Miller of Scott Miller Salon Spa & Store was honored in the more than 25 employees category. ABC 13
- ➤ Greenlight Networks, a fiber internet provider founded in Henrietta, expanded service to the west side by reaching homes in Hilton, Spencerport, Gates, Greece and Chili. The company now serves 40,000 of 135,000 local homes— and plans to add connectivity to 12,000 more by year’s end. Rochester First
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rochester's 55th-annual Puerto Rican Festival runs today to August 2 at Parcel 5 and will include a panel discussion on the Puerto Rican Diaspora starting at 3 p.m. on Thursday along with a parade beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday along East Avenue and Alexander Street. The festival celebrates Latino heritage with reggaetón music, cultural dances, and free admission during select hours while offering paid tickets at other times. Democrat & Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ RIT is hosting an AT&T-sponsored game development camp for middle school students from regional districts who are learning to design and code their own games—each student received a new Chromebook, headphones, and school supplies. The program targets underrepresented communities and aims to boost interest in technology throughout the week. News 10
- ➤ Niagara University and Special Olympics are partnering to change how sports and classrooms include people with disabilities. The program brings disabled high school students into college classes to look at learning barriers and plan new app tools — a step to ensure equal access on campus. WXXI News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trajector Medical released its 2024 ranking, placing Rochester ninth out of 141 U.S. cities for people with disabilities—highlighting low mortgage costs and solid health care access as key factors—making it one of only three Northeast cities in the top ten. Democrat & Chronicle
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Closing Reception: Whimsy Village Exhibition
6-9 p.m. — Muck Duck Studio — Art pieces ranging from $30 to $125 — Explore the playful inner child through Jessica Isaac's debut art exhibition.
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Summer Camp 2025 at Lakeshore Hockey Academy
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Lakeshore Hockey Arena — $255 per player — Ice and off-ice training sessions for youth hockey players transitioning to the next season.
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2025 IEXC Race Series
5-6 p.m. — Cobb's Hill Park, Rochester, NY — Free for kids and Genesee Valley Harriers members, $10 for single races — Experience thrilling cross-country races and fun runs for kids throughout August.
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Renew Child and Family Ribbon Cutting
Join us for our official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the expansion of our Pittsford office, Renew Child and Family. We will have speeches from public figures, hors d'oeuvres, cake, and office tours.
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Jon B Live Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Water Street Music Hall — 21+ only — Experience a night of soulful R&B with Grammy-nominated artist Jon B.
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Golden Hour: August Beer Dinner
6-8 p.m. — Rohrbach Railroad Street Beer Hall — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate summer flavors with a four-course beer pairing dinner.
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GARZI Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets from $17.70 — Experience an electrifying night with Garzi at this iconic Rochester venue.
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2025 Healthi Kids Playful Learning Summit
8 AM – 3 PM — Memorial Art Gallery — Registration fee required — Engage in creative workshops and discussions focusing on the benefits of playful learning for children.
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ROC Youth Splash & Dash
7:00-8:30 p.m. — 1342 Lakeshore Blvd — Donation-based entry — A fun multi-sport race introducing kids to endurance racing in a safe environment.
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Matt St.James 5k Run/Walk
10 AM – 12 PM — Roberts Wesleyan University — Registration required — Participate in a community run/walk honoring a local graduate and support a good cause.
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