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Mankato
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greater Mankato Area United Way launches its 2026 Tour of Giving series Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Shared Spaces (127 S. Second St), featuring local partner agency speakers, a free lunch and subsequent tours of Theresa House and Welcome Inn; registration is required. Mankato Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CenterPoint Energy said its new green hydrogen facility off North Riverfront Drive in Mankato will use 2 gallons per minute of water (about 1 million gallons a year, roughly equal to 10 homes’ annual use) and return half the water for treatment to ensure safe operations. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local writer Nell Musolf in Mankato explains that classism underpins many other isms and affects everyday exchanges. She calls for greater awareness and respect in daily interactions + a community-wide effort to value equality. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Minnesota State University's Memorial Library now features an updated educational display of the Abraham Lincoln statue, which was moved from Centennial Student Union after pranks and controversy — the improved setup is open on the second floor for all visitors. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley will speak on April 23 at New Prague Post 45 (300 S. Lexington Ave) to discuss issues important to local veterans; his program includes a 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, and a presentation. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ferris State won 2-1 in overtime against Minnesota State in game two of the CCHA Mason Cup quarterfinals, forcing a decisive game three on Sunday evening. The Bulldogs set the stage for a competitive series in this local matchup. KEYC
- ➤ The Mankato East boys basketball team won (85-45) in its Section 2AAA semifinal against New Ulm and will face St. Peter (at Gustavus) this Thursday for the title game. KEYC
- ➤ Gustavus men’s basketball won the Division III regional final in St. Peter after rallying from a halftime deficit with a 90-72 victory over Mary Hardin-Baylor, and the team will face the University of Chicago next in the NCAA Tournament. 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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