Rochester Area Builders, Inc.

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

Today marks RAB's 73rd anniversary! For more than seven decades, we've had the opportunity to bring together local builders, industry professionals, and businesses who share a commitment to strengthening our building industry and the community we call home.

A lot has changed since 1953, but the relationships, collaboration, and dedication of our members have remained at the heart of what we do.

And while we're celebrating 73 years today, we're already looking ahead to a big milestone, our 75th anniversary!

We're beginning to explore a special celebration in collaboration with the History Center of Olmsted County, and we'll be reaching out to gather historic photos, memorabilia, and stories from RAB's past.

Stay tuned as we start planning for 75 years of Rochester Area Builders!

10/11/2026

The November 3 General Election is coming up, and early voting is already underway! Whether you're voting early, by mail, or on Election Day, here are a few helpful resources to make a plan.

Early voting is available at:

📍 Olmsted County Elections Office (2122 Campus Dr SE, Suite 300, Rochester) — Weekdays from 8 AM–5 PM, with additional hours on Saturdays, October 24 & 31, Sunday, November 1 (9 AM–3 PM), and extended hours until 7 PM on October 27.

📍 Rochester City Hall (201 4th St SE, Conference Room 104) — October 27–November 2.

Looking for more information?

✔️ Early voting hours and locations: https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/residents/elections-and-voting/absentee-voting

✔️ Vote absentee by mail: https://mnvotes.gov/absentee

✔️ Find your Election Day polling place: https://mnvotes.gov/pollfinder

Make a plan to vote in a way that works best for you!

10/09/2026

Elcor Construction put together a behind-the-scenes look at the current tunnel construction, giving us a perspective we don't often get.

Pretty interesting to get an inside look at what goes into a project like this!

10/07/2026

We were grateful for the opportunity to be part of an important conversation about housing in Rochester.

RAB members recently met with senior leaders from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the federal agency focused on housing and community development, to talk about Rochester’s housing needs and how we can continue working together to support our growing community.

Our members were able to share what they’re seeing firsthand, discuss some of the challenges facing housing locally, and bring the perspective of our building industry to the conversation.

There’s no single solution, but conversations like these are an important part of working together to meet the needs of our community.

10/05/2026

Over the course of three weekends, nearly 30 homes across the Greater Rochester area opened their doors as part of this year’s Fall Parade of Homes-Rochester.

A big thank you to all of the builders and remodelers who participated and helped make this year’s Parade possible. We appreciate the time, work and preparation that goes into opening your homes and showcasing the incredible work being done by our local building industry.

And thank you to everyone who came out to tour the homes, connect with our local building professionals and support the Parade throughout all three weekends.

We’re grateful for another great Fall Parade and we’ll see you in the spring!

10/04/2026

Today is the FINAL day of the Fall Parade of Homes and Remodelers Showcase!

Whether you’ve got a few homes left on your list or haven’t made it out yet, there’s still time to tour, get inspired, and see what’s new.

⏰ Today | Noon–4 PM

One last afternoon. One last chance to tour. All happening today!

https://www.paradeofhomes.org/homes/homes?rochester-home=true

10/03/2026

There’s still time for free coffee, a chance to win Minnesota Vikings tickets and signed memorabilia — all while seeing this an incredible Dream Home! It’s happening TODAY until 4pm!!

📍 3327 Bella Terra Rd NE
Built by R. Fleming Construction

10/03/2026

Today is the day!!