Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Mankato.
📰 Economy
North Mankato Mayor Scott Carlson toured the Amazon Delivery Station at Northport Industrial Park yesterday, noting its rising daily deliveries and job growth.
The city will discuss a proposal for a 300,000 sqft manufacturing facility that could add up to 150 jobs at a council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
🎓 Education
USDA updated income guidelines announced last week could boost local school funding by expanding free and reduced-price lunch eligibility; Mankato Area Public Schools urges families to apply online (via the Family Hub) to raise district reimbursements.
Changes follow a 2023 policy that provides free lunch to all students locally.
🌲 Environment
Water levels in the Minnesota River near Mankato fell from just above 8 ft on Aug.
10 to around 3 ft Wednesday, according to hydrologist Shawn DeVinny — who cited normal seasonal changes and upstream drought. Light, scattered showers are forecast.
🏈 Sports
Last season, the Saints went from one win to seven wins under coach John Hall + strong community backing, and they will face the LCWM Knights on Sep.
4 at 7 p.m. in St. James.
MSU volleyball opens its season today with the Ferris State Invitational, coming off a 23-6 overall record and a fourth-place finish in the NSIC last season under head coach Corey Phelps.
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