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Mankato
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, community members gathered at South Central College in North Mankato for the Grateful Gathering where culinary arts students served steaming hot Thanksgiving plates for $10 each—students from the culinary and architectural drafting programs built festive gingerbread houses for a silent auction that benefited both programs, with local resident Renae Kappe traveling 300 miles from Ada to attend. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MnDOT crews are getting ready for the first winter weather event after rain washed away road pre-treatments and may cause spots to freeze unevenly—83 plow trucks and 166 drivers will work to keep roads safe, and drivers are urged to check updated conditions. The department is testing equipment and procedures to meet the challenges of shifting temperatures and rain. KEYC
- ➤ Mankato Department of Public Safety will launch its annual fire-prevention campaign for the holiday season from Thanksgiving through New Year's Day. A wreath with clear bulbs will be on display at the Public Safety Center at 710 S. Front St.—it will remind residents not to overload extension cords, to stay in the kitchen when cooking, and to keep candles attended. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota State’s women’s basketball beat St. Cloud State 110-81 yesterday with Natalie Bremer scoring 25 points to help the Mavericks open their NSIC season. The team led 51-38 at halftime and pulled away in the fourth quarter—showing strong performance throughout the game. KEYC
- ➤ Tuesday night, Minnesota State men’s basketball lost 73-53 to St. Cloud State at home—Malcolm Jones scored a team-high 15 points as the Huskies controlled the second half. KEYC
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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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World Junior Pre-Tournament Game: Switzerland vs Minnesota State
7-9:30 p.m. — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Ticket details not available — Witness a thrilling pre-tournament match between Switzerland and the Mavericks ahead of the World Junior Championship.
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IIHF World Junior Championship: Denmark vs Canada
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Tickets available — Witness Denmark face off against Canada in this exciting pre-tournament match.
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