Tuesday, October 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A public meeting on the future of the Blue Earth - Nicollet County Humane Society addressed financial struggles, staff resignations, and policy tensions, with a unified goal to keep the society operational. KEYC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Briana Marilyn Knewtson receives a stayed prison sentence and five years of supervised probation for a drug sales charge in Mankato, with her case linked to nonfatal overdoses. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ In 2023, Casey Gray Nyrud was sentenced to probation after being convicted of a felony threats of violence charge, with other charges dismissed, for threatening a woman and abandoning her in rural Mankato. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Dakota 38+2 ride, an annual event to honor 38 Dakota men executed in 1862, evolves into the Mahkato Reconciliation and Healing Horse Ride, targeting healing and youth involvement. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Mankato commemorates Indigenous Peoples Day with a ceremony in Reconciliation Park, highlighting the importance of forgiveness and acknowledging the 1862 mass hanging of Dakota Native Americans. KEYC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota State University's Jameel Haque, an expert on the Middle East, is set to speak at the Free Press Knowledge Series, discussing current news and taking audience questions. Mankato Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Mankato's first freeze of the season prompts farmers to protect crops, coinciding with the closure of the local farmers' market until next June. KEYC
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Transportation advises drivers on Highway 14 to expect lane closures and smoke due to a prescribed burn for vegetation management on October 15. KEYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jeremy Clifton, a veteran of the Mankato Police Department since 1998, steps into the role as the new Director of Public Safety focusing on community safety and youth outreach. KEYC
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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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Mankato Elks #225 Wine and Beverage Tasting Event
Experience a delightful evening of wine tasting, live music, and charity activities, including a silent auction and beer and bourbon samples.
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Holiday Craft and Gift Show 2024
Experience a delightful weekend filled with handcrafted items and unique gifts from over 110 vendors, with fun activities for the whole family.
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