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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A mentor from the Brother/Sister Program honors his late mentee, Marcus Williams, by donating Minnesota Vikings game tickets to the program, fostering shared experiences for current mentors and mentees.  Mankato Free Press

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A Rochester woman was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following a single-vehicle accident on an icy Highway 14 near Janesville.  Mankato Free Press

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Mankato opts for diesel buses in its five-year plan, due to high costs and reliability concerns with electric buses, while still exploring e-bus transition amid federal guidelines.  Mankato Free Press

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Despite the rise of online shopping, many families value the traditional in-person holiday shopping experience for creating lasting memories, exemplified by diverse shoppers at River Hills Mall.  Mankato Free Press

EVENTS

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  • Stay Informed: Protect Yourself from Scams with the MN Attorney General's Office

    Attend a free session led by Matt Gladue from the MN Attorney General’s Office to learn about common scams targeting older adults and how to safeguard personal information.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Men's Hockey: Manitoba Bisons vs. Minnesota State Mavericks

    The Manitoba Bisons will face off against the Minnesota State Mavericks in a men's hockey match at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.

    Mon, 12/30/24

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  • 21st Annual Bend of the River Competition

    The Mankato Figure Skating Club is hosting the 21st annual Bend of the River Competition at All Seasons Arena, featuring participation from figure skaters and open to the public at no cost.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Parking Ticket Guessing Game

    Participants can guess the number of parking tickets issued for the Spring semester of 2024 for a chance to win a $100 gift card.

    Tue, 1/14/25

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  • Mankato People First Self-Advocacy Group Meeting

    People First is a self-advocacy group where self-advocates come together to share information, discuss issues, and plan activities.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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