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Thursday, November 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Mankato is hosting a 'Bell Ringer Blessing' to celebrate and honor its volunteers before starting their annual bell ringing campaign. KEYC
- ➤ Area musicians and artists in Mankato will host a charity event on Friday at The Kato Ballroom to support Doctors Without Borders. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Three Community Bank employees in Mankato shaved their heads as a fundraising initiative, raising $33,555 for the Greater Mankato Area United Way, significantly exceeding their $23,000 goal. KEYC
- ➤ The Free Press invites submissions for a Mankato holiday lights feature to create a map for tours, with submissions open until published online and in print on specified December dates. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ The FreepCast podcast discusses mental health awareness, a manufacturing expansion, and issues at the local humane society, highlighting journalism's impact and ongoing developments. Mankato Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorist was taken into custody for driving into playground equipment at Franklin Elementary in Mankato with no injuries reported. Mankato Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mapleton man was sentenced to three years of supervised probation and one day in jail for vehicular homicide due to drunk driving, with the possibility of reducing the felony to a misdemeanor upon successful probation completion. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mike Sipe, a Mankato West High School teacher with a 34-year tenure, won the Golden Apple award and was named Teacher of the Year by the Mankato Teacher’s Association for 2024-25, celebrated for his impactful teaching in psychology and history. KEYC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mayo Clinic Health System has introduced a new bed tower in Mankato with 121 private rooms featuring advanced technology for enhanced patient care and video conferencing for families. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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Live Music Performance by Generation Gap
Experience a nostalgic evening filled with timeless classics and oldies performed live by Generation Gap.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Hockey
The Bowling Green Falcons compete against the Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks in a college hockey matchup at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.
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United Way's Fire & Ice Gala 2024
Experience a night of elegance at Greater Mankato Area United Way's annual black-tie gala, dedicated to raising essential funds for health, education, and basic needs programs.
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