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North Mankato Pool Faces Major Repairs After Flood Damage
09/18/2025

North Mankato Pool Faces Major Repairs After Flood Damage

MANKATO, MN – North Mankato’s city pool is facing costly repairs after last year’s flooding caused significant...

Mankato Leaders Push for State Funding to Build New Airport Control Tower
09/18/2025

Mankato Leaders Push for State Funding to Build New Airport Control Tower

MANKATO, MN – Nearly two months after the state legislature approved a $700 million bonding bill, local...

.Arson Suspect Arrested After Early Morning House Fire in Mankato
09/16/2025

.Arson Suspect Arrested After Early Morning House Fire in Mankato

MANKATO, MN – Arson charges are pending after an early morning house fire in Mankato. The Mankato...

“Zero Waste Day Returns to Sibley Park with Recycling, Clothing Swap, and More”
09/12/2025

“Zero Waste Day Returns to Sibley Park with Recycling, Clothing Swap, and More”

MANKATO, Minn – Sibley Park will host its second annual “Zero Waste Day” this Sunday, giving the...

Here's your can't miss opportunity to SAVE on the can't miss show of the Fall!! Right now until midnight Thursday, GA t...
09/10/2025

Here's your can't miss opportunity to SAVE on the can't miss show of the Fall!! Right now until midnight Thursday, GA tickets are only $35 and NO taxes or fees! Buy them now and use the money you saved to buy some merch, food, or a couple drinks!!

Body of Missing New Prague Man Found After Search Efforts
09/10/2025

Body of Missing New Prague Man Found After Search Efforts

NEW PRAGUE, Minn. — The New Prague Police Department confirms that the body of a missing man...

Blue Earth County Board Advances Revised Plan for Rapidan Dam and Bridge Project
09/10/2025

Blue Earth County Board Advances Revised Plan for Rapidan Dam and Bridge Project

MANKATO, Minn. — More than a year after historic flooding severely damaged the Rapidan Dam and County...

Major Highway 169 Reconstruction Planned for St. Peter in 2027
09/09/2025

Major Highway 169 Reconstruction Planned for St. Peter in 2027

ST. PETER, Minn. – As the current construction season winds down, St. Peter is already looking ahead...

Mankato Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Deadly Shooting
08/19/2025

Mankato Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Deadly Shooting

MANKATO, MN A Mankato man has been sentenced to more than 30 years in prison for a...

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08/13/2025

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Get ready to make a difference – it’s time to roll up your sleeves for a great cause! Join us for the annual Rock 'n' Roll Up Your Sleeve Blood Drive in Mankato at The Pond on Madison, happening September 2–5. Every donation helps boost the blood supply and could help save a life.

Don’t come alone – bring a friend and double your impact! Make your appointment at rcblood.org/appt and use sponsor code: thepondkato.

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