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Mankato
Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 70 truckers lined up on County Road 147 to guide a funeral procession for Landon Fox, a local driver who died while snowmobiling in Idaho on Feb. 22; his brother organized the tribute to honor his passion for trucking. KEYC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Demolition is underway on the former Party City near River Hills Mall to transform the site into a new full-sized Chick-Fil-A with drive-thru & dine-in options. The chain’s only current location is on the MSU campus, and the restaurant is expected to open later this year. KEYC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota State University is tracking how the Iran conflict is affecting students, including 16 international students on campus (fewer than five from Iran), and has reminded them to use free crisis and counseling services while advising those studying abroad to check travel advisories. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Six Le Sueur-Henderson Giants athletes signed a National Letter of Intent Wednesday during a Signing Day ceremony in Le Sueur, marking their official commitment to college sports plans. KEYC
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Mankato East Indoor Quad Invite
March 19th — Myers Field House — Registration required — Compete in an indoor track and field meet bringing together local athletes in Mankato.
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F1RST Wrestling: LIVE!
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Kato Ballroom — All ages welcome — Catch thrilling live pro wrestling in Mankato, Minnesota!
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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