Tuesday, September 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ April Graff, a dietitian at Hilltop Hy-Vee, was awarded the company's highest honor for exceptional customer service and her dedication to community health and nutrition. Mankato Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A North Mankato man was arrested for DWI after his SUV was hit by a train when he attempted a U-turn on the tracks near Lake Crystal. Mankato Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Adam Samuel Danberry, previously charged in Blue Earth County, now faces charges for methamphetamine sales and possession in Le Sueur County. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mankato Area Public Schools' 2025 tax levy is projected to drop by 1.15% from the previous year, with changes possibly affected by enrollment, legislative adjustments, and voter referendums. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Mankato East High School's 'Hope Squad' initiative promotes mental health awareness and peer-to-peer support among students. KEYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato youth softball complex received the 2023 Award of Excellence from the Minnesota Recreation & Parks Association for its equitable facilities and community engagement. Mankato Free Press
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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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15th Annual MN Adult & Teen Challenge Mankato Gala
Experience inspiring stories of transformation and support for Minnesotans struggling with addiction at this annual fundraising gala.
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Minnesota State University Mankato Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
Celebrate the achievements of distinguished athletes at the Minnesota State University Mankato Hall of Fame Ceremony and Dinner.
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1979 Class of Mankato West High School Reunion
Oct. 4 evening at the Circle Inn, Oct. 5 informal late afternoon picnic into the evening picnic/party at Spring Lake Park in North Mankato.
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