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Thursday, October 31st, 2024
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement officials urge safety for trick-or-treaters and drivers on Halloween night, highlighting visibility tips and the popularity of Trunk-or-Treat events. KEYC
- ➤ A Waterville resident received a $13,000 check from FEMA for flood damages after initial confusion and communication issues regarding eligibility for aid. KEYC
- ➤ The Greater Mankato Area United Way launched its annual Grateful Giving Calendar on November 1st to foster community donations towards local organizations addressing hunger and homelessness. KEYC
- ➤ Highway 4 from Sherburn to Ormsby in Minnesota is set to open for traffic, with sections to St. James remaining closed for further improvements until mid-November. KEYC
- ➤ A Mankato Facebook group is actively encouraging Trader Joe's to open a store in their city, showing community support through social media engagement. KEYC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Robb Douglas Lund was sentenced to over five years in prison for first-degree drug possession after meth was found in his home concealed in a sweetener package. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A sculpture named 'Phone of the Wind' has been installed at Gustavus Adolphus College for people to communicate with deceased loved ones, offering a unique opportunity for healing and remembrance. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A confrontation between a North Mankato resident and a school board candidate highlights the increasing politicization of what are supposed to be nonpartisan election races. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The FreepCast explores challenges in election preparedness, high early-voting figures, and increasing partisanship in the Mankato School Board race. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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Minnesota State Mavericks Women's Hockey vs. University of Minnesota Duluth
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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
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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
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Lend Me A Soprano by MSU Theatre & Dance
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Lend Me a Soprano - A Comedy by Ken Ludwig
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