Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Transportation will repair the veteran’s memorial bridge deck and replace railings and turn signals early in 2026, which will close the Belgrade Ave entrance and affect local businesses. Greater Mankato Growth is hosting an informational session tomorrow morning at the North Mankato Police Annex (8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.) to help businesses plan ahead. KEYC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Christmas in the Sky concert is set for Dec. 19 at Sky One Eleven in Mankato, where a dozen local musicians will perform classic holiday tunes. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets cost $100, with proceeds benefiting the United Way. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU Mankato partnered with Girl Scouts River Valleys to launch the Girl Scout Leadership Institute at its Innovation Gateway Center. The program, aimed mainly at high school students (and open to all), gives scouts a head start on college and career readiness. KEYC
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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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New Year's Eve Celebration at The Venue
7:30 p.m. — The Venue — Check ticket price — Celebrate the New Year with a festive night in Mankato.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Most people will choose unhappiness over uncertainty.
~ Tim Ferriss
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