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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mankato Christmas Bird Count, a bird watching event aimed at conservation, schedules a planning meeting at Bethany Lutheran College. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Mankato offers a variety of weekend activities including a farmers’ market, Christmas house tours, theater performances, and live music, aimed at celebrating the holiday season. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ The Big Red donation box, created by Jones Metal Products, is supporting the Mankato Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign, with donations being matched up to $5,000 in memory of its originator, Tom Richards. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Two sixth graders won a Rotary art contest in Mankato by decorating a bench, and William R. Witty American Legion Post 37 honored the late Keith Keogh, while area students made the dean's list at the University of Sioux Falls. Mankato Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 11-year-old boy sustained non-life threatening injuries after being hit by a car on icy roads in Blue Earth County, with no injuries reported in the car. KEYC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joshua Raymond Armendariz was convicted on multiple felony charges, including two counts of attempted murder, after a drive-by shooting on Highway 14 in Mankato. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emily Schumacher from Mankato will compete for the Miss America title, showcasing her tap dance skills and promoting heart health through her platform. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 90 teams, including high school and middle school students, competed in a VEX Robotics competition in Mankato, highlighting the importance of teamwork, communication, and engineering skills while also supporting a charity drive for youth. Mankato Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A winter storm on December 18-19, 2024, brought varying amounts of snowfall to different cities in Minnesota, with Faribault receiving the highest at 8.9 inches. KEYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mankato and North Mankato are seeking nearly $9 million for their contribution to the $70 million Highway 169 project, exploring multiple funding sources including grants. Mankato Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bearson/Gathje Classic Track Meet
The Bearson/Gathje Classic is a renowned indoor track and field meet held at Myers Field House in Mankato, Minnesota.
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Job's Dance Grand March Spectators Event
The Job's Dance Grand March Spectators event will take place at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato, MN, featuring a grand march for attendees to enjoy.
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