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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Mankato Farmers Market is considering a move to a new, permanent location for better space and weather protection, though funding presents a challenge.  KEYC

CULTURE NEWS

  • Mankato's Day of the Dead festival, initially a small event in 2019, has significantly expanded over five years, drawing thousands from across southern Minnesota to celebrate with food, music, and cultural activities.  Mankato Free Press

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The City of Mankato is seeking an additional $323,000 in state funds for pollution cleanup to support a $92.7 million downtown hotel project, which has already received over $1 million in grants and significant tax financing.  Mankato Free Press

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The unusually warm fall has delayed the migration of certain bird species such as red-tailed hawks, eagles, and ducks, affecting birdwatching activities and hunting success.  Mankato Free Press

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Minnesota law mandates drivers to check for traffic before opening car doors to ensure safety.  Mankato Free Press

EVENTS

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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.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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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.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/7/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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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.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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