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Thursday, February 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue Earth County Historical Society introduces a history-based book club featuring David Laskin's 'The Children's Blizzard' and extended Friday evening hours for additional programming aimed at engaging the community with local history. Mankato Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rolls-Royce Solutions America plans to invest $35 million in expanding its Mankato facility, aiming to create 128 new jobs and consolidate its Minnesota operations. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A demolition team successfully removed steel beams from the Blue Earth County 9 bridge near Rapidan Dam, a part of a $1.16 million project funded by Federal Highway Administration emergency funds, with further work and a replacement bridge planned for the future. Mankato Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota State University's newly opened Rural Behavioral Health Clinic, supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota and additional funding, aims to enhance mental health services in rural areas and train the next generation of mental health professionals. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mankato West senior goaltender Alayna Smith reached the 3,000 career saves milestone, spotlighting her as the KEYC News Now Prep Athlete of the Week. KEYC
- ➤ Mankato East's Mickale Smith signs a letter of intent to play football with SMSU, marking a pivotal moment in his athletic and academic career. KEYC
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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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Sushi Crafting Workshop at Hy-Vee
Participants will learn to handcraft veggie and California sushi rolls in this hands-on, all-ages workshop.
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St. Thomas Tommies vs. Minnesota State Mavericks Women's Hockey Match
This event features a women's hockey match between the Minnesota State Mavericks and the University of St. Thomas at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato.
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Bemidji State Beavers vs. Minnesota State Mavericks Hockey Match
Experience an exciting college hockey match between the Bemidji State Beavers and the Minnesota State Mavericks at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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Trampled by Turtles with City Mouse at The Venue
Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Trampled by Turtles, accompanied by City Mouse at The Venue in Mankato.
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