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Sunday, October 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota State University, Mankato celebrated its homecoming with a parade featuring a Marvel’s Avengers Endgame theme, highlighting campus and community spirit, alumni participation, and local political engagement. KEYC
- ➤ Maker Fair Minnesota, a curated craft fair requiring vendors to be present, showcases 190 merchants and diverse products at Nicollet County Fairgrounds on October 12. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mankato Area Adult Basic Education, aiding roughly 700 students annually, earns the top spot among Minnesota's Adult Basic Education consortia for excellent student outcomes. Mankato Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato Area Lions Clubs are hosting their 7th Annual Diabetes Rally to raise awareness and funds for diabetes care and support, drawing hundreds including families directly affected by Type 1 Diabetes. Mankato Free Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Welsh Heritage Farms in Lake Crystal attracts visitors with unique apple varieties for picking and freshly made pies and doughnuts, enjoying a surge in popularity during the fall season. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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TECHNOLOGY NEWS
- ➤ Artificial Intelligence struggles to understand diverse accents, ranking Minnesotan speech 13th hardest to interpret due to unique phrasing and the state's fast speech rate. Mankato Free Press
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Romantic Date Night at Autumn Acres Farm
Experience a cozy adults-only evening filled with a lighted hayride, bonfires, and delicious food amidst the scenic beauty of Autumn Acres Farm.
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RMHC Pickleball Classic Tournament
Experience competitive pickleball matches while enjoying the local community atmosphere in Mankato, Minnesota.
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Performance Series: Paul Mayasich Concert
Experience the incredible acoustic and slide guitar talent of Paul Mayasich, celebrated for his musical prowess and comparisons to legendary guitarists.
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Northwestern Mutual 10K during Mankato Marathon Weekend
Experience a thrilling 10K race that welcomes participants of all ages, set against the scenic backdrop of the Mankato Marathon weekend.
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Women's Leadership Conference
Hosted by YWCA Mankato, this day-long event will feature inspiring keynotes, diverse breakout sessions, and meaningful community-building activities.
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Women's Leadership Conference
Hosted by YWCA Mankato, this day-long event will feature inspiring keynotes, diverse breakout sessions, and meaningful community-building activities.
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Peace Lutheran Church's 7th Annual Trunk or Treat!
This is a free event and open to the public! Activities will will include decorated trunks, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, photo ops, free raffle, and a corn pit. Concessions will be available for purchase and will benefit our youth group.
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Celebrate Day of the Dead at Old Town Mankato
Experience a vibrant celebration of Day of the Dead featuring live music, traditional dances, local food trucks, and family-friendly activities in the heart of Mankato.
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CSU Haunted Takeover: A Spooky Celebration of Haunted Holidays
Experience a unique haunted house at the CSU as it transforms to celebrate haunted holidays and folklore from around the world.
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Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs vs Minnesota State Mavericks Women's Hockey
Experience an exciting women's hockey matchup between the Minnesota State Mavericks and the University of Minnesota Duluth at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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Minnesota State Mavericks Women's Hockey vs. University of Minnesota Duluth
Experience an exciting women's hockey match featuring the Minnesota State Mavericks taking on the University of Minnesota Duluth at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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