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Sunday, September 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • North Mankato City Council will set its preliminary 2026 property tax levy at Monday's meeting, with the proposed levy ranging from just over $10 million to $10.2 million. Three options offer increases from 0.641% up to 1.591%, and a potential monthly fee for street lighting may lower rates further—council members must certify the levy by Sept 30 before public hearings on Dec 1 and Dec 15.  Mankato Free Press

SPORTS NEWS

  • Mankato East boys soccer beat crosstown rival Mankato West 3-1 on September 13th thanks to Briggs Meyer's first-half goal — with goalkeeper Collin Pierskalla making crucial saves throughout the match.  KEYC
  • Minnesota State volleyball defeated Upper Iowa in a 3-0 sweep at Taylor Center, preserving a perfect 8-0 record. Mary Satori led the attack with 12 kills while Avery Rosenberg and Jadyn Lester added 11 kills and 29 assists, respectively.  KEYC
  • On September 13, Mankato East girls soccer beat Mankato West with a 7-0 win that reclaimed the rivalry trophy. Ava Peterson scored a first-half hat trick—giving the Cougars a strong lead at halftime.  KEYC

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/27/25

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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.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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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.

    Fri, 10/10/25

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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.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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