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2 women injured in early morning crash on Highway 169
Two 23-year-old Shakopee women were injured in a crash involving alcohol early this morning in Nicollet County. The state patrol says a car driven by Elizabeth Jimenez was southbound on Highway 169 between Le Sueur and St. Peter just before 1 a.m. when it entered the median. Jimenez and her...
Farmington coach leads effort to move high school state softball tourney from North Mankato to University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus
Farmington Tigers softball head coach Paul Harrington is hoping the state high school league will consider moving the high school state softball tournament from its longtime home in North Mankato to the Twin Cities.
New trio of restaurants opens near MSU campus
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - A new quick dining option opens in Mankato, filling the space of the former Costanza’s Pizzeria near Minnesota State - Mankato’s campus. Opening its doors this morning, a combined Cinnabon-Auntie Anne’s Pretzel’s and Jamba Juice venue joins the U-Square plaza located on the corner of Stadium road and Warren street.
Highway 14 drive-by shooting suspect arrested
Police say the suspect in a drive-by shooting on Highway 14 in Mankato has been arrested. On Monday at 9:45 p.m. the Mankato Department of Public Safety responded to a report of a suspicious man in a vehicle in a parking lot in the area of Good Counsel Dr and Riverfront Dr.
Woman found dead in St. Peter fire identified
The name of a woman found dead during a fire in St. Peter last week has been released. Joann Marie Sargent, 84, was found deceased in the townhome when police arrived on the scene. A Gustavus security officer reported smelling smoke on April 23 just before 3 a.m. Police officers...
Mankato gets chance to look beyond the veil
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - A metaphysical fair is being held at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson at 1900 Premier Drive in Mankato. The event is called the Beyond the Veil. It is being hosted by Soul and Synergy LLC. It is happening from Saturday, May 4th to Sunday, May 5th at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
One student injured in bus accident
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - One student suffered minor injuries when the school bus they were riding in collided with a flatbed trailer in Mankato Tuesday afternoon. Mankato Police say it happened at the intersection of Riverfront Drive and Sibley Parkway around 2:45 Tuesday afternoon. Police say the school bus was...
‘Songs on the Lawn’ concert line-up announced for 21st year
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Get ready for more Thursday’s filled with toe-tapping good music and food from local vendors as Songs on the Lawn is back for a 21st year. Greater Mankato Growth announced its 21st annual Songs on the Lawn, a series of free summer get-togethers that showcase the region’s wide variety of local music, entertainment, and food. The weekly events take place each Thursday in June from 11 am to 1 pm at Civic Center Plaza in Mankato.
FIRST ALERT: Severe storms possible this afternoon, evening
UPDATE: Thunderstorms continue to develop and move across southern Minnesota and northern Iowa this evening. Storms will continue east, making it to the Mankato area by late afternoon to early evening, continuing to the I-35 corridor by late afternoon to early evening. The severe threat has diminished a bit, especially for locations along and north of US highway 14, however some storms could still produce severe, 60+mph wind gusts. An isolated tornado is still also possible, especially south of I-90. In addition to severe weather, locally heavy rainfall amounts of a quarter to a half inch will be possible. The First Alert Weather Team will be watching the weather closely and will have updates as storms continue to move across the region.
Neighboorhood meeting for Riverfront Drive construction project this afternoon
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - A major update to Riverfront Drive in Mankato is on its way and tonight, impacted residents and business owners have a chance to learn more. Mankato city staff will be on hand at a “neighborhood meeting” Thursday at 1:30. Anybody residing or conducting business...
Old Town Mankato set to undergo reconstruction
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Small businesses are the bread and butter of every community. They sell personalized goods, have a great relationship with their customers, and cultivate a unique aesthetic. This is especially true of the businesses that make up Old Town Mankato, a strip on Riverfront Drive. “They are...
Area school choirs have a chance to perform with Foreigner on stage
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - This September, Mankato school choirs might have the opportunity to perform with Foreigner on stage. The iconic rock band is coming to Mankato in September for their farewell tour, and they’re partnering with Radio Mankato’s classic rock station, KXLP. According to the station, junior...
West battles from behind in instant classic over East
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Mankato West Scarlets and Mankato East Cougars high school baseball teams lived up to the cross-town rivalry hype. The Scarlets came from behind to win 3-2 over the Cougars in an instant classic between the two teams. They’ll face-off again on May 23rd for the rematch.
How sweet: The Wooden Spoon celebrates 10 years
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The studio was smelling sweet as The Wooden Spoon stopped by to talk about celebrating 10 years in business. Maddie and Shawn showed off their decorating skills too! Join in on the celebration on Saturday, May 4, 11 AM to 3 PM.
Farmer's markets opening soon
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - We are now in the month of spring flowers after many April showers, and what better way to celebrate spring than fresh, local produce and artisan goods?. While many farmer’s markets won’t open till June, Mankato starts early for their spring and summer season and opens...
Minnesota State joins nationwide campus protests
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - As the war between Israel and Gaza rages on, campus protests have swarmed the nation. Students have come out largely in support of Gaza, and in their last week of classes, they’re taking the last opportunity they’ll have to organize protests until school resumes in August.
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