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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Families in Mankato make the most of the season's first significant snowfall by enjoying outdoor winter activities like sledding and ice skating.  Mankato Free Press

CRIME NEWS

  • Authorities in Mankato, Minnesota, are investigating an early Saturday morning homicide where a man was found deceased from a gunshot wound inside a vehicle.  KEYC

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A local expert clarifies recycling rules, underscoring the importance of recycling properly and avoiding 'wish-cycling' by adhering to guidelines for what materials can actually be processed.  Mankato Free Press

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Multiple services including post offices, city offices, and medical facilities in Mankato and North Mankato will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.  Mankato Free Press

HEALTH NEWS

  • Early season hospitalizations for influenza, COVID-19, and RSV in Mankato and statewide are lower than the previous year, with a significant decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths, and public health officials are recommending second vaccine doses for older individuals.  Mankato Free Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Weekly Community Meeting by CRU

    CRU hosts engaging weekly meetings at the Centennial Student Union, featuring community-building activities such as games, music, and discussions.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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