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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mankato police arrested a suspect following an incident at the Kwik Trip on Madison Avenue around 3 AM Tuesday—officials say details are few. KEYC
- ➤ Darryn Turner Bullock, 37 — a semi-truck driver from Dallas, North Carolina — pleaded guilty in Waseca County District Court to a felony vehicular homicide charge stemming from a June 2023 crash on Highway 13 near New Richland that killed 58-year-old Scott Bernard Bolduan. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Mankato police arrested Michael Miller at his residence around 3 a.m. Tuesday for the second degree murder of 34 year old Dennis Vosika at Kwik Trip on Madison Avenue — his girlfriend said she will remember him for his resilience, positive attitude and contagious smile. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU Mankato is hosting ten nursing students and two faculty from Kansai Medical University in Osaka, Japan for an English-language program focused on American healthcare environments for the next two weeks—program leaders say the visit will broaden global nursing skills. KEYC
- ➤ MSU Memorial Library has opened a traveling exhibit called Americans and the Holocaust on the first floor today—showing 16 panels that take visitors through events from the 1930s until 1944. The exhibit will run until April 26 and features monitors with extra details while staff answer questions. Mankato Free Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers plan to begin the first phase of the Jefferson Quarry redevelopment this summer if the planning commission and City Council approve a proposal to build 20 to 36 below-market-priced houses for first-time homebuyers along a little-known stretch of Eighth Avenue. The project will include street improvements and safety upgrades at the quarry’s edge — changes expected to attract young families — as the city coordinates its efforts to reshape the neighborhood. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Mankato East boys basketball team beat St. Paul Harding 76-33 in the Class AAA quarterfinals — securing their spot in the next round. They will face Orono in the semifinals on March 20th at noon at Williams Arena. 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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