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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The latest FreepCast episode featured 100-year-old WWII veteran Dennis Boldt — who fought in the Battle of the Bulge and Normandy — as he talked about local issues including the Mankato East boys basketball team reaching the state tournament. The episode also said that residents have halted plans for a gravel pit near Red Jacket Valley County Park due to worries about the environment. Mankato Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BENCO Electric Cooperative said on its Facebook page Friday evening that more than 1,000 customers lost power in two outages that affected the Jamestown substation and areas in Blue Earth, Elmore, Emerald and Rome townships. Crews restored power in the Jamestown area by about 9 p.m.—approximately 650 Eagle Lake customers remain without electricity and efforts to restore power are in progress. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bret Michaels, Stephen Pearcy, Ratt, and Great White are set to perform at the fourth Bend of the River Festival at the Vetter Stone Amphitheater on Sept. 13—tickets cost from $59.80 to $132.60. Organized by Jerry Braam, the event will feature a shift from country to classic rock. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Area communities are hosting St. Patrick’s Day festivities with parades scheduled on different days; New Ulm will hold its traditional parade at 5 p.m. Monday while Le Center will feature a 2 p.m. Saturday parade followed by music, and Waseca and St. Peter are set to celebrate with events into the evening. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Saint Peter School Board has selected three finalists for the superintendent position (Dr. Khuzana DeVaan, Dr. Daniel Edwards, and Dr. Jonathon Graff) after reviewing public survey feedback. Interviews for the finalists begin at 3:30 pm Thursday, March 20, 2025 at St. Peter High School Media Center (2121 Broadway Avenue) and are open to the public. KEYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting 7 a.m. on Monday, the eastbound lanes of East Main Street between North Riverfront Drive and North Second Street will be closed for demolition work—westbound lanes will remain open—and the lanes are expected to reopen on March 31. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After winning last season's national title, Minnesota State's women’s basketball team will face Missouri Western in the opening round of the NCAA tournament (this game will test their title defense) (scheduling details are pending). KEYC
- ➤ Cycling enthusiasts will host an inaugural bike festival Sept. 27-28 that offers mountain biking, gravel road rides, cyclocross and bike polo. Organizers plan two trail loops — one with a stop at Minneopa Falls and one on a family-friendly route near Sibley Park’s zoo while registration opens in April. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Today, Minnesota State's men's hockey team faces Bemidji State in the Mason Cup semifinals as the game could secure an automatic NCAA tournament bid if St. Thomas wins in the opposite bracket (the matchup takes place in Mankato). KEYC
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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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Spring Fling Craft Show
10 AM – 8 PM — River Hills Mall — Free admission — Discover a variety of handmade products and unique gifts from local vendors at this vibrant spring shopping event.
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Spring Fling Craft Show at River Hills Mall
The Spring Fling Craft Show showcases an array of handmade products and unique gifts from local vendors over a three-day period.
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Real Estate Meetup in Mankato
6-8 p.m. — Crooked Pint Ale House — Free entry — Discuss real estate with local experts and network with fellow investors.
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Dual-ing Pianos with Scottie Miller & Tom Hunter
11 AM – 3 PM — Centennial Student Union — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dueling talents of acclaimed pianists Scottie Miller and Tom Hunter in an entertaining musical showdown.
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Spring Fling Craft Show
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — River Hills Mall — Free admission — Explore a vibrant array of handmade products, unique gifts, and local vendors at this spring shopping event.
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Natural Healing Expo
10 AM – 4 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center — Ticket required — Explore organic approaches to healing for body, mind, and spirit at this holistic conference.
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Spring Fling Craft Show
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — River Hills Mall — Free admission — Discover a vibrant marketplace filled with handmade goods and local treasures this spring.
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Maverick Conference on Financial Success
11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Centennial Student Union — Free entry — Learn from experts in Agribusiness and personal finance education at this informative conference.
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