Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of November.
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🏘️ Community
97-year-old Korean War veteran Earl “Sonny” Meyer was awarded the Purple Heart after a ten-year struggle, a ceremony held at Gustavus Adolphus College marked by emotion and significant attendance.
In Mankato, Officer Bob Roelofs performed CPR on Peter Smith, a Vietnam veteran and Purple Heart recipient, saving his life after a cardiac arrest.
📰 Economy
The Freyberg family sold the Travel Center truck stop to a Las Vegas petroleum company for $10 million, amid new business openings including an Ecowater/Water Depot store and soon-to-open Seoul Foods grocery.
🎓 Education
Minnesota State University's men's hockey team partners with local businesses to monetize their name, image, and likeness, enhancing student athletes' focus on education and sport.
📰 Lifestyle
Staci Lowe, who operates Permanent Cosmetics and Salon by Staci in Mankato from her family home, has built her dream salon where she specializes in cosmetic tattooing services, driven by a passion for helping clients look their best.
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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.
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.
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.
Lend Me A Soprano by MSU Theatre & Dance
Experience a comedic frenzy with the Cleveland Grand Opera Company as they navigate chaos when their star soprano goes missing before a monumental performance.
Lend Me a Soprano - A Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Experience the hilarious chaos of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company as they scramble to handle a missing soprano and a series of comedic mishaps in this entertaining theatrical performance.
Live Music Performance by Generation Gap
Experience a nostalgic evening filled with timeless classics and oldies performed live by Generation Gap.
Ohio State Buckeyes at Minnesota State Mavericks Men's Hockey
Experience an exciting men's hockey match between the Minnesota State Mavericks and Ohio State University at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
Melissa Schulz Live Music Performance at Coffee Hag
Experience an afternoon of live music featuring Melissa Schulz, a talented artist known for her pop, rock, and country covers.
Kiwanis Holiday Lights Opening Night Ceremony
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with a festive parade and lighting ceremony at Sibley Park, featuring local Girl Scout troops.
David Harland's Solo Guitar Holiday Show
Experience a captivating solo guitar performance featuring holiday arrangements and original material at the Minnesota State University.
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