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Mankato
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High school football fans will support a local emergency food pantry during the tenth anniversary Tackle Hunger contest at the Jug Game on Friday night at Blakeslee Stadium—fans must bring $10 or 10 cans to compete as East and West teams for a trophy at halftime. The contest has collected over 12,000 pounds of food in past years and hopes to reach 15,000 pounds this year. Mankato Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Boelter Siding & Window declared bankruptcy in North Mankato, leaving customers with bills they may not get back — the contractor closed its doors after facing financial trouble. Customers now await further details on any refunds or next steps. KEYC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Organizers Mal Murphy and Laura Karels will host the first Women of Kato Festival in Mankato— a free three-day celebration with yoga, open mic, and live music at NaKato Bar & Grill that will support CADA with donations. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mankato — Minnesota State University will lay off seven faculty members next year because declining enrollment and current staffing levels no longer match in several programs. The Faculty Association will submit its official rebuttal by Friday as it works to stop the retrenchment. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ All Saints Academy in Madison Lake is expanding its daycare with a new 3,500-square-foot addition that will connect the school to the church — providing a secure entrance and wind break against winter winds. The project raised $1.5 million so that infant care slots can double from 12 to 24 while creating more space for toddlers. Mankato Free Press
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53rd Annual Traditional Mahkato Wacipi
7 p.m., 1 p.m. — Land of Memories Park — $8 general admission, free for children and seniors — Celebrate Dakota culture with dance, music, and traditional festivities at this vibrant powwow.
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Sioux Falls Cougars vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Football
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Blakeslee Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch as the Cougars and Mavericks clash in a thrilling college football matchup.
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Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Football Game
12:00 p.m. — Blakeslee Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Mavericks as they take to the field in an exciting football showdown.
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Mavericks vs. Tommies College Football Showdown
12:00 PM – 5:02 PM — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — VIP ticket options available — Experience elite seating and a vibrant tailgate at the Mavericks' face-off against the Tommies.
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Winona State Warriors vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Football
1-2:30 p.m. — Blakeslee Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of collegiate football as the Warriors take on the Mavericks.
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