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Free United Way Reading Festival brings books and family fun to Mankato

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Families are invited to explore the world of reading at the Greater Mankato Area United Way’s free Reading Festival, featuring children’s activities, community resources and books to take home. The “Once Upon a Time” festival is scheduled for Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon...

Mankato, MN · 6h
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Dulas, Cornelius cruise to reelection; seats flip in commissioner, mayor races

Incumbents dominated countywide contests Tuesday while voters flipped seats in a county commissioner district and several mayoral contests, according to unofficial results. County Sheriff Jay Dulas was reelected with 7,644 votes, or 98.63% of the vote. County Attorney Rachel V. Cornelius also was reelected, receiving 7,043 votes, or 98.64%. Brad Millbrath was reelected as the District 3 county commissioner with 1,505 votes, or 99.34%. In District 4, challenger Curt Keyes defeated incumbent DeAnne Malterer with 1,021 votes, or 54.22%. Brad Kruse was reelected in District 5 with 929 votes, or 98.94%. In Elysian, challenger Derek Westby defeated incumbent Mayor Dennis Schnoor with 186 votes, or 42.76%. More than two candidates were on the ballot. Samantha Williams and Leo Brown won seats on the Elysian City Council, receiving 228 votes, or 29.69%, and 161 votes, or 20.96%, respectively. Timothy Corry defeated Michael A. Santo in the Janesville mayoral contest with 497 votes, or 49.40%. Multiple candidates were on the ballot. Incumbent Janesville City Council member Ivan Maas was reelected with 887 votes, or 88.43%. Joshua Warke defeated Richard Rottman in the New Richland mayoral contest with 272 votes, or 56.67%. Brandy Jacobson and Bob Swenson won seats on the New Richland

Waseca, MN · 22h

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Living Earth Center buys former Wortel pumpkin farm for new home

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Living Earth Center has purchased the former Wortel pumpkin farm at 1411 Pohl Road, securing a new home for its community gardening and education programs. Laura Marsala Peterson and Madison Vandersee announced the purchase during an interview on “In The Spotlight.” The nonprofit bought the 11.5-acre...

Mankato, MN · 15h
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Pinning Ceremony honors veterans at Vista Prairie at North Pointe assisted living

Moments Hospice held a pinning ceremony for veterans at Vista Prairie at North Pointe assisted living on Monday, Nov. 9, as part of the kick off to its annual Veterans Week tour.

Mankato, MN · 1d
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Pick of the Litter: Solstice

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Meet Solstice, he’s an orange one year old cat who was picked up by the St. Peter police department, through no fault of his own of course, and ultimately ended up at BENCHS. Solstice is a friendly, playful, and curious cat with personality to spare. His tail seems to have a mind of it’s own, and it will vacillate between a slow and sweeping arch and a quick twitchy flick. Solstice doesn’t have any dietary restrictions, and has been neutered.

St Peter, MN · 1d

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‘New Richland Strong’: Community Rallies at The Mill to Rebuild Flood-Devastated Care Center

Following a catastrophic flood that left property damage, displacement, and heartbreak in its wake across New Richland, a strong community turnout at The Mill in Waseca provided a promising start toward healing and rebuilding for one of the town’s most vulnerable populations. The historic September 19 storm dumped roughly...

New Richland, MN · 2d

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Applicants sought for 3rd District bench

The Commission on Judicial Selection has announced a vacancy in Minnesota’s 3rd Judicial District. This vacancy will occur upon the retirement of Judge Karen R. Duncan. This seat will be chambered in Faribault in Rice County. The application process is now open for this vacancy. The commission is searching...

Minnesota · 1d

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Survey - Updating the NYA Comprehensive Plan

The City of Norwood Young America is updating its Comprehensive Plan, and your voice is an important part of planning for our community’s future. The Comprehensive Plan will help guide decisions about how Norwood Young America grows and evolves in the years ahead, including land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, parks and trails, water resources, natural systems, climate resilience, and community investments. Your input will help us better understand what residents value most, identify community priorities, and create a shared vision for Norwood Young America in 2050.

Norwood Young America, MN · 1d

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NYA highlights infrastructure improvements, upcoming events

Norwood Young America has made significant investments in infrastructure, economic development and community amenities over the past five years while securing approximately $27 million in outside funding and federal support, according to City Administrator Andra Arkwurst. In a report published in the city’s October newsletter, Arkwurst reflected on NYA’s accomplishments and outlined ongoing efforts to address infrastructure needs and prepare for future growth. Among the city’s major accomplishments is the development of a long-term street capital improvement plan to address street and underground utility reconstruction. Completed projects include improvements to Second Avenue, Merger Street, Railroad Street and Fourth Avenue, with additional work planned or underway on First Street Northeast, Main Street and South Street. The city also expanded Tacoma West Industrial Park with Phase II, securing approximately 60 acres for economic development and industrial growth. Part of the property will accommodate a new wastewater treatment facility. The city also obtained an option on an additional 80 acres for future industrial expansion. Other projects include the 43-unit Norwood Flats apartment development, redevelopment of Old Town, improvements to Das Pool Haus, upgrades to Legion Park and Zellmann Field, and improvements at the Sports Complex. The city also added Happy Hund Dog Park,

Norwood Young America, MN · 1d