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Rothstein hired to work with 17 Mile EDC

Alexis Rothstein has taken the position as the community and economic development specialist for the 17 Mile EDC which includes Winthrop, Gibbon and Fairfax. Rothstein is originally from Delano. She worked in corporate accounting as a staff accountant for two years in Plymouth and started her contract with 17 Mile EDC on October 12.

Winthrop, MN · 1d
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Southern Minnesota Woman Injured After Striking Guardrail on Hwy. 14

A southern Minnesota woman was injured after striking a guardrail on Hwy. 14 in Owatonna Monday morning.

Owatonna, MN · 2d

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Sleepy Eye Woman Injured in Blue Earth County Collision

— A Sleepy Eye woman was injured in a two-vehicle collision on Monday near Mankato in Blue Earth County. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, at 6:52 Monday morning, a 2016 Jeep Cherokee and 2000 Toyota Camry were traveling eastbound on Highway 14 when they collided. The driver of the...

Blue Earth County, MN · 1d
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Don’t Miss the Magic of Minnesota’s Longest Drive-Thru Christmas Light Show

Step into a winter wonderland this holiday season! The Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato is free and perfect for family traditions.

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Bring Me The News

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Chicken spot that went viral on TikTok picks Minnesota for first restaurant outside NY, NJ

The halal fried chicken shop took TikTok by storm last year

North Mankato, MN · 10h

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Tigers take the Section Title, Set sights on State

Tiger captains hoist their trophy after their Section 3A title win over Sleepy Eye United on Friday at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall. The Tigers won 49-27 and will advance to the state tournament. In the quarterfinals Springfield (Section 3) will play Southland (Section 1). The game will be held on Friday, November 13 at Kasson-Mantorville High School in Kasson. Kick off at 7:00 p.m. Pictured From L: #12 senior Parker Kuehn, #9 senior Aiden Moriarty, #50 senior Tyson Horkey and #62 senior Brayden Trapp. See pg. 8 for more. By Wendy Krier.

Marshall, MN · 1d

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Visit The Little Minnesota Town Where One Of Your Favorite Movies Was Filmed

Somewhere between the Minnesota River and a whole lot of charm, Henderson has been quietly waiting for you to show up. This tiny town of fewer than a thousand people sits about an hour southwest of Minneapolis, and it’s the kind of place that makes you wonder why you ever bothered with the big city in the first place.

Henderson, MN · 2d

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ProMusica Minnesota brings ‘Iberian Fire and Romantic Spirit’ to New Ulm

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - A Sunday afternoon of passionate melodies and intimate chamber music is coming to New Ulm as ProMusica Minnesota continues its 10th anniversary season. “Iberian Fire and Romantic Spirit” takes place Sunday, Nov. 15, at 3 p.m. at Martin Luther College’s Chapel of the Christ. Pianist and artistic director Bethel Balge will be joined by violinist Susie Park and cellist Silver Ainomäe for a program featuring works by Manuel de Falla, Maurice Ravel and Johannes Brahms.

New Ulm, MN · 2d

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St. Mary’s girls volleyball set to compete at state for first time in program history

SLEEPY EYE, Minn. (KEYC) - the St. Mary’s girls volleyball team made program history after sweeping the No. 1 seeded Cleveland in the Section 2A championship. Now, the team gears up for their first state appearance against No. 2 seeded Fillmore Central on Nov. 12th at 7 p.m.

Sleepy Eye, MN · 18h

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Ground breaks on microgreen facility in Mankato

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Another addition to the area’s industrial agriculture sector, ground broke Tuesday on a 63-thousand square-foot indoor growing facility that will make Mankato the Midwest hub for microgreens. Microgreens are small veggies harvested just a few weeks after planting, and have become increasingly popular in higher-end...

Mankato, MN · 23h

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Mankato pumpkin farm hopes to find new life after sale to Living Earth Center

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Living Earth Center announced that it would be purchasing the old site of the Pumpkin Barn on Pohl Road during In the Spotlight with Lisa Kaye, on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Katy and Dave Wortel, the owners of the 11.5 acre site, purchased the land back...

Mankato, MN · 22h

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National Dairy Shrine Elects New Board Members, Appoints Officers

At its recent annual meeting the National Dairy Shrine appointed four new board members and welcomed new leadership to the Board of Directors. The person who will lead the organization as President in 2027 is Jason Johnson of Northwood, New Hampshire. Jason’s career has included managing dairy operations around the United States and Canada, and for the past 10 years he has worked in producer relations throughout the supply chain, first with Stonyfield Organic and most recently with The a2 Milk Company. Jason, his wife, and three children also own a small herd of registered Guernseys and Jerseys. They raise breeding stock under his grandparent’s original prefix – Johnsonacres, exhibit at events throughout the Northeast and U.S., and began a farm store in 2023. Besides his role with National Dairy Shrine, he is also Vice President of New England Jersey and a director of the American Jersey Cattle Association where he chairs the IT/ID committee.

New Ulm, MN · 1d

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Mankato Students Print 250 T-Shirts to Save Printmaking Professor's Job

A student-led campaign to keep Minnesota State University, Mankato's only printmaking instructor employed has produced a petition with more than 350 signatures, several screen-printing parties, and roughly 250 hand-printed T-shirts, as students push back against a wave of budget-driven staffing cuts hitting the university this fall. The effort centers on...

Mankato, MN · 1d

St. Peter Herald

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St. Peter Veterans Day program to award posthumous diploma to Marine killed in Vietnam

This year’s Veterans Day program at the Saint Peter High School gym will have an even more special significance with the posthumous awarding of an SPHS diploma to the late Frederick (Fred) Brenke, who was killed in action during the Vietnam War in the summer of 1967. This year’s program is set for 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the SPHS gym. All area veterans are welcome to attend, and a special reception for veterans will be held before the program. Donuts and coffee will be served in the Saint Peter Community Room, next to the SPHS commons area. The public is also invited to attend the program. Brenke would have graduated from SPHS in 1967 but enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps before completing high school. He will be among the first Minnesota veterans to receive a high school diploma under a new state law honoring veterans who never had the chance to finish school because of their service. Several members of Fred’s family will be in attendance at this year’s Veterans Day program, and will be presented his diploma posthumously by Saint Peter High School Principal Annette Engeldinger. Brenke came from a family with a history of

St Peter, MN · 1d

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MoonDogs Announce 2027 Coaching Staff

MANKATO, Minn. – The Mankato MoonDogs are excited to announce their coaching staff for the upcoming 2027 season, led by returning field manager Danny Kneeland, alongside hitting coach Drew Mize and pitching coach Shea Walker. With a combination of Northwoods League experience, collegiate playing backgrounds, and proven coaching success, the trio brings a strong foundation of player development and competitive experience to Mankato.

Mankato, MN · 1d

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Marinenko Appointed Cannabis Program Manager at United Prairie Bank

(Mankato, MN) November 9, 2026 – United Prairie Bank announces the appointment of Andrea Marinenko as Cannabis Program Manager. Over the past year, Andrea stepped forward to provide leadership and continuity for the Cannabis Program while expanding her knowledge of the industry. Andrea will continue to prioritize her primary responsibilities as BSA Officer while serving in this secondary role.

Mankato, MN · 1d

Sun Patriot

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Bank commits $1M to Glencoe Regional health initiative

Security Bank & Trust Company has committed a $1 million lead gift to Glencoe Regional Health’s Center for Healing as part of its Local Return Initiative. The project, now underway, includes two additions to meet growing demand for advanced clinical services and help Glencoe-area residents access essential services and specialty care without traveling long distances. A fourth-generation, family-run bank with 21 locations, Security Bank & Trust Company emphasizes people, relationships and community. The bank credits that philosophy with contributing to its success, noting that when communities grow, the bank grows, too. Launched last year, the Local Return Initiative formalizes the bank’s longstanding commitment to giving back to the communities it serves. The $1 million gift, to be paid over the next five years, reflects a longstanding partnership between the organizations. It is the largest gift the Glencoe Regional Health Foundation has received from a business. “This investment directly impacts our customers and allows them to stay local for care and for healing. Glencoe Regional Health is a cornerstone of our community, providing 24/7 access to healthcare, supporting needs beyond the hospital walls, and serving as an economic engine for the Glencoe area,” said Gale Hoese, Security Bank & Trust Company

Glencoe, MN · 10h

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APX Construction Group to Break Ground on Nation’s First All-Military Sober Home for Women Veterans

[Mankato, MN] – November 9, 2026 – APX Construction Group is proud to serve as the general contractor for the new Bravo Zulu House Women’s Home in Mankato, Minnesota. The first-of-its-kind facility will provide a safe, supportive environment specifically designed for women Veterans recovering from addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Mankato, MN · 1d

Le Sueur County News

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Le Sueur County holding Veterans Day events

As the 108th Armistice Day and 73rd Veterans Day approaches on Nov. 11, Sueur County schools and veterans organizations are continuing the time-honored tradition of honoring local veterans with Veterans Day ceremonies across the region. Le Sueur VFW Post 4297, Le Sueur American Legion Post 55, and Henderson American Legion Post 74 are sponsoring Veterans Day programs at the Le Sueur-Henderson School District Tuesday, Nov. 11. The public is invited to the programs beginning at the Le Sueur-Henderson High School at 8:15 am. where Minnesota American Legion Department Sergeant-at-Arms Joseph Emil Bares will serve as the guest speaker After the program at the high school, the veterans will go to Le Sueur-Henderson Elementary School in Le Sueur at 9:15 a.m., and then to the Minnesota New Country School in Henderson at approximately 10:30 a.m. Bares was born and raised in Tyndall, South Dakota. He proudly served 5½ years in the United States Navy, including 1½ years at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily, and 3½ years at Naval Air Station Cecil Field in Jacksonville, Florida, where he served as an Aviation Support Equipment Technician (ASE). Bares and his wife, Holly, have been married for over 30 years. They have two children:

Le Sueur County, MN · 1d

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Undefeated, Unstoppable, Unbelievable: Lady Crusaders close campaign with dominant Class A Championship

A crisp Saturday morning in Minnesota usually offers a pleasant autumn jog beneath majestic oaks. But at the 2026 MSHSL Class A State Cross Country Championship, those rain-soaked woods provided the backdrop for an absolute battle—a contest of grit where seconds were scraped tooth-and-nail, and a burgeoning high school athletic program cemented its place in state history.

Mankato, MN · 1d