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Mankato
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NORTH MANKATO — Rec on the SNOW! will take place from 3-4:30 p.m. Monday at Wheeler Park's Garfield Avenue side; families can enjoy sledding, snow games, ice art, and science experiments during this free outdoor play event. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 50th annual Dr. Michael T. Fagin Pan African conference is postponed due to snowy weather and will now take place on April 8 at Minnesota State University's Centennial Student Union Ballroom—registration is required for Sen. Bobby Joe Champion's free keynote address. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ All Saints Catholic Academy in Madison Lake has moved into its new office and day care building, which features a secure entrance, raised ceiling, and additional room for 24 more child care spots (including improved natural light and safety features). Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Riverfront Drive will close for the Veterans Memorial Bridge project on Wednesday, Mar. 25. Traffic will be detoured (via Plum Street, 2nd Street, and Main Street) for about two to three weeks. KEYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota State women’s basketball ended its season with a 72-63 loss to UMD in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday. Former Mankato East star Lexi Karge scored 16 for UMD while Natalie Bremer led with 18 points. 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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