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Mankato
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Holiday Sharing Tree campaign—now in its 40th season—starts at 11 a.m. today at the River Hills Mall food court and has given over 84,000 gifts since 1985 to residents in Blue Earth and Nicollet counties. Donors can pick up and return giving cards at local sites like Fleet Farm, Bomgaars and Hy-Vee by 5 p.m. Dec. 14. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Parie Nikka Albadar-Buffington, a native of Guyana living in Eagle Lake, won one of 12 awards in Mankato’s annual photo contest when her February calendar photo and grand prize were announced at a Monday night City Council meeting. Her work, which also appeared in June, August and October’s calendars, earned her a $100 gift certificate for a civic center event — a prize that shows local photographers’ talent. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ North Mankato’s 95-year-old Dick Giroux was the last member of the Korean War veterans club and was honored Tuesday at a Veterans Day event with a pin—an event organized by Ann Marso. He enlisted in 1948 and attended reunions since 1955—marking decades of service and lasting friendship. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Anton Treuer, a professor of Ojibwe and author, will be the keynote speaker at American Indian Night on Friday from 5—7 p.m. at MSU’s Centennial Student Union Ballroom—this event will include a NASA student exhibit, dinner, a question and answer session, and a book signing. Mankato Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato Clinic Foundation announced $87,500 in Q4 grants to support local health and wellness programs including seniors meals, youth programming, and mental health staffing—Mankato Clinic physicians have donated over $2 million in grants over the last 10 years, and applications are open until December 1. KEYC
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs reported that 11% of veterans had high levels of depression and nearly 10% experienced high anxiety (which can raise the risk of suicide). Dr. Chris Chiros said help like therapy, medication, or peer support groups can support veterans (if you or someone you know needs help, call 9-8-8). KEYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato East girls hockey team beat Century/JM 7-1 on Tuesday in Mankato—strong team effort secured the win. KEYC
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Styx and Loverboy Concert
1:30-9:00 p.m. — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Tickets from $47.50 — Rock legends Styx and Loverboy promise a night of classic hits and electrifying performances.
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MSU Moorhead Dragons vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Football
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Blakeslee Stadium — Tickets from $33 — Cheer on the Dragons and Mavericks in an exciting collegiate football matchup.
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Michigan Tech Huskies vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Men's Hockey
6:07-7:37 p.m. — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting collegiate hockey clash in Minnesota.
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Holiday Craft and Gift Show
10 AM – 6 PM — River Hills Mall — Free Admission — Enjoy a festive shopping experience with handmade gifts and local artisans.
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Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks vs. St. Cloud State Huskies
2:02 PM — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Ticket prices not specified — Watch an exciting college hockey matchup between the Mavericks and Huskies.
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Live Music by Dan Duffy Orchestra
6-9 p.m. — Wow! Zone — Enjoy delicious food with captivating swing and Hot Club music.
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