Tuesday, February 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 86-year-old woman was injured in a collision between her car and an SUV at an intersection in Eagle Lake. Mankato Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men in Minnesota pleaded guilty to charges related to separate fatal fentanyl overdoses, with sentencings scheduled for spring. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Alex David Olson faces felony charges in Blue Earth County for possessing over $3,800 in stolen trading cards, in addition to ongoing burglary cases in Le Sueur and Waseca counties. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rasmussen University hosted a healthcare career fair to address staffing shortages and introduce students and professionals to a variety of opportunities in the healthcare sector. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mankato, for the first time in over 25 years, reactivates its Housing and Redevelopment Authority to officially transfer assets to the Economic Development Authority, ensuring continuity for federal affordable-housing program subsidies. Mankato Free Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bethany Lutheran College baseball team split their games with Buena Vista, losing the first but securing a win in the second. KEYC
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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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Weekly Community Meeting at CRU
CRU hosts weekly gatherings that include community activities, games, music, a speaker, and discussions aimed at exploring spiritual questions.
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Karaoke Night Fundraiser
A Thursday night karaoke event featuring opportunities to learn about local causes including VARP, Mavathon, and CADA House.
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Mankato's Largest Kids' Consignment Sale
The Munchkin Markets Spring Consignment Sale offers deep discounts on gently used children's clothing, toys, and gear at Country Inn & Suites in Mankato.
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