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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota celebrated 'Noon Year’s Eve' with activities that encouraged family time and introduced children to global holiday traditions. Mankato Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mankato man was sentenced to 90 days in jail and five years of supervised probation for third-degree assault and making threats of violence. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ A New Ulm man was sentenced to over five years in prison for selling 58.2 grams of methamphetamine in Blue Earth County in 2023, while the case against a co-defendant is still pending. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ The Mankato Department of Public Safety identified Nyamuol J Koang, 25, as the woman found deceased at Hiniker Pond, confirming no foul play was involved. Mankato Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rapidan Dam on the Blue Earth River was significantly damaged due to near record-level river flows and a tree jam, leading to the destruction of nearby properties including the Hruska family's Dam Store, and initiating plans for bridge replacement and dam removal with federal funding. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tim Walz, transitioning from a social studies teacher and football coach to governor, was named the U.S. vice presidential candidate on the Kamala Harris ticket, generating support and sparking dialogue nationally. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Mankato residents will see a 3% increase in their monthly utility fees in 2025 to address the rising costs of garbage, recyclables, and yard waste disposal, under a new contract aiming for financial sustainability and improved service times. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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21st Annual Bend of the River Competition
The Mankato Figure Skating Club is hosting the 21st annual Bend of the River Competition at All Seasons Arena, featuring participation from figure skaters and open to the public at no cost.
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Parking Ticket Guessing Game
Participants can guess the number of parking tickets issued for the Spring semester of 2024 for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
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Mankato People First Self-Advocacy Group Meeting
People First is a self-advocacy group where self-advocates come together to share information, discuss issues, and plan activities.
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Bearson/Gathje Classic Track Meet
The Bearson/Gathje Classic is a renowned indoor track and field meet held at Myers Field House in Mankato, Minnesota.
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Job's Dance Grand March Spectators Event
The Job's Dance Grand March Spectators event will take place at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato, MN, featuring a grand march for attendees to enjoy.
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Weekly Community Meeting by CRU
CRU hosts engaging weekly meetings at the Centennial Student Union, featuring community-building activities such as games, music, and discussions.
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Weekly Community Meeting by CRU
CRU hosts weekly gatherings every Tuesday at CSU featuring community activities, games, music, speakers, and discussions open to all spiritual backgrounds.
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Soil Management Summit 2025
The Soil Management Summit is a focused event in Minnesota that features expert-led discussions and breakout sessions on practical soil management techniques aimed at farmers.
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MSU Mavericks vs. St. Thomas Tommies Hockey Game
The MSU Mavericks will host the St. Thomas Tommies in an exciting college hockey matchup at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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