Saturday, October 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato Figure Skating Club, initiated by Mary Jane Blethen in the 1970s, is preparing for its 50th anniversary show in April 2025 by inviting alumni to share their stories. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ The Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato is gearing up for its 12th annual show with over 2 million lights and 200 displays, relying on 1,500 volunteers for setup starting October 26. KEYC
- ➤ An 8-year-old non-verbal child reported missing in Mankato was found safe after nearly five hours. Mankato Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 43-year-old woman from Mankato was injured in a collision between her SUV and a pickup on Highway 14 near Nicollet, with both drivers wearing seatbelts and wet road conditions reported. Mankato Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Locals in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, report extensive debris and environmental consequences four months after the Rapidan Dam failure and subsequent flooding. KEYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ President Biden formally apologized for the historical government-run boarding schools for Native American children, a move that has been met with surprise and cautious optimism by indigenous communities. KEYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota State men's hockey team, ranked nationally, is preparing for a game against the similarly ranked Omaha team, featuring forward Josh Groll discussing his final season. KEYC
- ➤ Maple River's Macy Sohre and Kelsey Jaeger secure the Class A Girls Tennis Doubles Championship, defeating their teammates Madison Ward and Ally Mersman. KEYC
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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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MSU Mavericks Football Home Game
Experience an exciting college football game as the MSU Mavericks take on their opponents at Blakeslee Stadium.
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Decoding Diet Trends: Understanding Dietary Options
Explore popular dietary trends such as gluten-free and dairy-free, along with their benefits, drawbacks, and healthy alternatives with expert guidance from a registered dietitian.
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Lend Me a Soprano by MSU Theatre & Dance
Experience a hilarious comedy of errors as the Cleveland Grand Opera Company navigates chaos when their star soprano goes missing right before a monumental performance.
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Northern Michigan Wildcats vs. Minnesota State Mavericks Hockey Showdown
Experience an exciting college hockey match between the Minnesota State Mavericks and the Northern Michigan Wildcats at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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