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Sunday, December 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of December.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • On Saturday between Christmas and New Year's Day, shoppers filled the hilltop business district parking lots and drive-thru lanes as locals and out-of-state visitors hunted for bargains, and retailers like Target extended return windows — boosting efficiency in handling holiday exchanges.  Mankato Free Press

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Oppidan has expressed interest in a 4-million sqft data center in Northport Industrial Park, which has stirred water resource concerns (especially about the Mount Simon-Hinckley aquifer) among residents and officials; further talks with developers could mean more projects in the future.  Mankato Free Press

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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  • January 2026 League Challenge

    All day — The Dork Den — $10 entry — Compete in the first League Challenge of 2026 and claim your Pokémon Play Pack and prizes.

    Sat, 1/10/26

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  • Bemidji State Beavers vs Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Men's Basketball

    3:30-5:00 p.m. — Centennial Student Union — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting matchup between the Beavers and Mavericks on the court.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • Twins Caravan at Mankato Chevrolet

    Noon–2 PM — Mankato Chevrolet — Free to attend — Enjoy lunch and meet special guests including Kris Atteberry.

    Wed, 1/21/26

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  • Northern State Wolves vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Men's Basketball

    5:30-7:10 p.m. — Taylor Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting men's basketball matchup live from Taylor Center.

    Fri, 1/23/26

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  • Mavericks vs Cougars: Men's and Women's Doubleheader

    5:30-7:05 p.m. — Centennial Student Union — VIP tickets available — Catch the thrilling match-up between the Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks and Sioux Falls Cougars in this highly anticipated doubleheader.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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