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Tuesday, September 10th, 2024
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Five firefighters will participate in the '9/11 Stair Challenge' at POET Bioprocessing in Lake Crystal to honor the lives lost during 9/11 and raise funds for the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation. KEYC
- ➤ Mankato's Victory Drive, closed since June, is set to reopen this week after delays, while Highway 22's roundabout project is on track for an early October finish. KEYC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mapleton man, Terrance Lee Roberts, was given a stayed prison sentence with supervised probation and ordered to pay over $100,000 in restitution for tax evasion in Blue Earth County. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mankato's City Council approves a 4% property tax increase to strengthen future budget reserves, impacting a typical home's 2025 taxes minimally. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Blue Earth County commissioners plan to reject an over-budget bid for a fiber line extension and will also discuss a proposed cannabis ordinance. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato East boys soccer team secured a 2-1 victory against Northfield. KEYC
- ➤ The Minnesota State men's hockey team played baseball with the Miracle League of North Mankato before their season starts. KEYC
- ➤ The Mankato West girls soccer team defeated Jordan with a dominant 8-0 score. KEYC
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The Golden Hour IV: Local Music Showcase
Experience an exciting evening of local music featuring various artists in an intimate setting at the Wine Cafe.
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Mankato Community Collage 2024 Photography Exhibition
Experience the unveiling of the Mankato Community Collage 2024, featuring over 5,000 photographs that tell the collective story of the community and celebrate the Mankato Area Foundation's 50th anniversary.
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Built Environment Career Showcase at Minnesota State University
Experience a career showcase focused on the built environment, featuring opportunities to connect with Hensel Phelps and enhance your career story.
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Meet the Firms 2024: Maverick Accounting & Finance Recruiting Event
Connect with over 200 Maverick Accounting and Finance students at this recruiting event hosted by Minnesota State University, Mankato.
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52nd Annual Traditional Mahkato Wacipi Celebration
Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Dakota people at the 52nd Annual Traditional Mahkato Wacipi with various events including grand entries, a moccasin tournament, and memorials over the weekend.
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MSU Maverick Football Home Game
Experience the excitement of college football at the MSU Maverick's home game at Blakeslee Stadium.
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Music in the Park: Joe Tougas & Associates Performance
Experience an evening of live music and community bonding at Wheeler Park, featuring local talent and delicious food offerings.
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Live Music by The JamBoyz at Wow! Zone
Experience an electrifying night of rock 'n' roll with live music from The JamBoyz at the Wow! Zone Family Entertainment Center.
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Foreigner: The Farewell Tour with Lita Ford
Experience the iconic hits of Foreigner live, featuring special guest Lita Ford, as part of their farewell tour at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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Gin Blossoms Concert
Experience a live performance by the Gin Blossoms at the scenic Vetter Stone Amphitheater in Mankato, MN.
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