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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The attorney for Michael Lee Miller, 28, who is accused of fatally stabbing Kwik Trip clerk Dennis Vosika on March 17 in Mankato, requested a mental competency evaluation on April 2—due to Miller's history of mental illness and long-term guardianship—which may lead to civil commitment and stop legal proceedings. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Kyle Scott James, 39, received probation and a stayed 21-month prison sentence for burglarizing Pappageorge Restaurant and Bar in Mankato in 2023—he was convicted on a felony third-degree burglary charge while investigators dropped other charges after linking him to the break-in using blood evidence and a search warrant. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Robert Thomas Jewett, 24, of New Richland was ticketed by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office for a misdemeanor railroad crossing violation and for disobeying a traffic control device after he drove his semi into the path of a freight train near Sleepy Eye at 2:15 p.m. Friday—dashcam video showed the semi passed a stop sign, the collision totaled his trailer and left him and a train crew member with minor injuries while officials have yet to confirm further charges. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ On Sunday evening, Blue Earth police responded at 10:22 p.m. to a call about an accidental shooting that injured 20-year-old Alexia Andreoff and 19-year-old Luis Hernandez, who were taken to United Hospital, & the Faribault County Sheriff Department recovered a firearm and vehicle while investigating charges for reckless discharge of a firearm. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Rice County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help locating endangered missing person Acelind Evenstad, 23, who was last seen at her home on March 30; anyone with information should call 507-334-4391. KEYC
- ➤ Austin Lei Poole, 31, of Arlington was convicted in Blue Earth County District Court for felony third-degree assault and gross misdemeanor witness tampering from an October 2022 incident in Mankato when he threw a woman over his shoulder, and he received three years of supervised probation and five days in jail—his probation prohibits any contact with the victim. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Mankato-based South Central College reported that an international student’s visa was revoked Tuesday — President Annette Parker emailed that the college offered support and plans to notify its other international students. This decision follows five Minnesota State University international students having had their visas revoked last week — and the college is monitoring national developments. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eagle Lake officials and MnDOT presented a $300,000 study that identified four design options—one using a High-T intersection—for Highway 14 improvements during Tuesday’s public meeting, and they collected resident feedback to shape final recommendations coming this summer. The study seeks to boost safety on a road with heavy traffic while addressing the area’s growing transportation needs. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mankato East baseball beat Northfield 8—7 on Tuesday evening in their season opener and will play their next game on Saturday, April 12 on the road at Rochester Century. KEYC
- ➤ Mankato West Scarlets won by a score of 6 to 0 against Faribault on Tuesday evening — they will next face Rochester Mayo on Saturday, April 12. KEYC
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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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North Mankato Taylor Library Annual Egg Hunt
9-11 a.m. — North Mankato Taylor Library — Registration required — Enjoy an exciting egg hunt for kids and meet the Easter Bunny!
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Cinderella
12:59 p.m. — Minnesota State University Theatre & Dance — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Cinderella with beloved songs and a timeless story of hope.
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Bunny Breakfast Buffet
7 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Hilltop Hy-Vee Grocery Store — Kids eat free with adult entree — Enjoy a themed breakfast with an egg hunt and crafts on Easter Saturday.
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Bar Bingo
6 PM — Fraternal Order of Eagles — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of bingo with friends in a community atmosphere.
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
Evening — Minnesota State University Theatre & Dance — Ticket prices Vary — Experience all 37 of Shakespeare's plays in a hilarious and fast-paced production.
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Power to Choose: K-12 Education Expo
5-7:30 p.m. — Mankato Family YMCA — Free entry — Discover educational options in the greater Mankato area and engage with local representatives.
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Loyola-Cleveland Invitational
Starting all day — Myers Field House — Check website for entry fees — Compete in a vibrant track and field atmosphere.
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Trivia Night at Pub 500
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Pub 500 — $2 grab bottles and tap specials — Test your trivia skills while enjoying tasty deals on drinks.
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Turn Turn Turn
8-9 p.m. — Hooligans — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy harmonies of 60s and 70s country, folk, and pop with this original Americana band.
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