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Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eastbound lanes of Main Street in Mankato will be closed from Riverfront Drive to Second Street starting Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. due to a demolition project, with reopening planned for Feb. 5. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ A networking event in Mankato will honor the legacy of CLOVE, a former volunteer coordination group, promoting ongoing nonprofit collaboration. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ The Mankato Department of Public Safety is seeking up to 10 new reserve police officers to assist in community events, safety patrols, and enhance public interaction, offering invaluable experience for those interested in law enforcement careers. Mankato Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In May 2023, Christopher Raymond Headrick was sentenced to 180 days in jail for fleeing police, after a high-speed chase related to a no-contact order violation in Mankato. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ A 17-year-old named Damario Dayshawn Latravis Williams escaped from Blue Earth County Sheriff's custody in Minnesota while being transferred, and remains unfound. KEYC
- ➤ Elizabeth Marie Deberry had a weapon charge dismissed but is awaiting sentencing for her role in a May home invasion in Mankato. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bob Dylan will perform in Minnesota for the first time in six years during his "Rough and Rowdy Ways" tour, with tickets for the Mankato show going on sale February 1. FOX 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato City Council reduced a church's street assessment fees by 43% to $47,616 after an independent appraiser found the original charges were higher than the actual benefit to the property, saving the congregation $35,477. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Winona State Warriors vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks - Men's and Women's Basketball Doubleheader
A basketball doubleheader featuring the Winona State Warriors against the Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks will take place at the Taylor Center.
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Experience College Life at Bethany's Getaway Weekend
Participate in a weekend designed for prospective students to experience dorm life, attend classes, and explore the campus of Bethany Lutheran College.
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Jackson Dean Live in Mankato
Jackson Dean, a rapidly rising artist from Nashville, will be performing live at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato.
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Augustana Vikings vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Hockey Match
The Minnesota State Mavericks Men’s Hockey team will face off against the Augustana University Vikings at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato.
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Sunday Worship Service at CSU
A worship service offering free rides and snacks, held at CSU 245 next to the international student office.
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Minnesota Pork Congress 2025 - A Premier Swine Industry Event
The Minnesota Pork Congress is a leading tradeshow and educational event focused on the swine industry, featuring exhibitors, seminars, and social networking opportunities.
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Heartbreak and Harmonies: Personalized Love Songs
The Women in the Music Industry Club offers custom 30-second love or anti-love songs for Valentine's Day at Mav Ave, allowing attendees to capture their personal stories in music.
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Weekly Worship Service at CSU
This Sunday service at CSU 245 offers worship, community connection, and free rides and snacks for attendees.
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