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Friday, November 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Geralynn Kottschade and her daughter Laura Raimann were honored with the Community Champion Award for their significant contributions and community service in Mankato through their family business, Jerry's ABRA Auto Body & Glass.  Mankato Free Press
  • A Dakota Meadows Middle School student, Ansh Mohapatra, inspired classmates to raise over $500 for hurricane relief, donated to Greater Mankato Area United Way.  KEYC
  • The Mankato Department of Public Safety seeks public assistance in locating Matthew John Otto, a 47-year-old man missing since September 30.  KEYC
  • Blue Earth County and Mankato will host an open house to discuss the Third Avenue reconstruction project aimed at improving safety and infrastructure, including sewer and stormwater systems.  Mankato Free Press

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 63-year-old woman from Liberty, North Carolina, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries after a roundabout crash in Mankato.  Mankato Free Press

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Mankato-North Mankato area experienced a 3.6% increase in job numbers in October compared to the previous year, outperforming state and most big-city growth rates.  Mankato Free Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Carter Schuurmans wins the Big Ideas Challenge at Minnesota State University with his AI-powered educational platform, Sumazon, also securing a spot in the MN Cup semi-finals and the People's Choice Award.  Mankato Free Press
  • Mankato West High School prepares for a G-rated student production of 'Chicago', showcasing the efforts of actors, musicians, and tech crew.  Mankato Free Press

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The deadline for the second half of property taxes for manufactured homes and agricultural land in Blue Earth County is on Friday, with various payment options available.  Mankato Free Press

HEALTH NEWS

  • Blue Earth County experienced a 20% reduction in nursing home beds from 2005 to 2024, highlighting a statewide issue of diminishing long-term care facilities despite growing demand, particularly as the population ages.  Mankato Free Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/3/24

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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.

    Fri, 12/6/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Caregiver Support Groups

    This event offers support and encouragement for caregivers through group discussions, limited to 10 participants, with pre-registration required.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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