Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of October.
Good morning, Mankato.
🎭 Culture
MSU grad J. Eugene published his memoir DROP OUT in June, recounting his decade of international hitchhiking adventures after a $1,700 poker win.
The book is available in hardcover, paperback and e-book and draws on his unique experiences abroad at age 76, offering insights for readers.
🎓 Education
Education Minnesota is hosting its annual teacher conference to discuss responsible AI use, managing burnout, and supporting student mental health; the event begins at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct.
15 at St. Paul RiverCentre.
🏥 Health
Today, the Jonathan Zierdt Cancer Fund is delivering free Caring Boxes (with a blanket, cookbook, journal, gift card, and letter) to Mayo Clinic cancer patients in Mankato to ease anxiety.
Volunteers pack about 60 boxes monthly, providing essential comfort during early treatment stages.
🏈 Sports
Mankato East volleyball hosted Owatonna Tuesday – the Huskies won in four sets.
The Mankato Loyola girls soccer team lost to Stewartville 4-2 in the Section 2A tournament on Tuesday.
Stewartville won in a competitive playoff game.
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