Claus couple returns to Owatonna Arts Center for cocoa, cookies

LAKE CRYSTAL, Minn. (KEYC) - The recreation center will include indoor playground equipment for children, and exercise equipment for adults both contribute to the Lake Crystal Area Recreation Center’s upcoming expansion. “This is something that we’ve talked about for a few years, something that’s been on our on our...

Vermont-based glove and glasses company, Gordini, is expanding its distribution to North Mankato. A six-year-old girl receives the gift of an insulin pump at the Mankato Clinic. Warmer than average temperatures with light snow possible Thursday. KEYC News Now This Morning Forecast Update 2-07-2023 - clipped version. Warmer temperatures stick...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Two friends and business owners have experienced loss due to the rising fentanyl overdose crisis in the Blue Earth County area. The fentanyl overdose crisis in our community keeps rising, but these friends plan to combat this issue by distributing free fentanyl testing strips at Kato Tobacco.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Blue Earth County Library System (BECLS) is thrilled to welcome beloved Minnesota author, Allen Eskens, back to the Blue Earth County Library auditorium on Saturday, February 11 at 10:30 a.m. Allen will discuss his path to becoming a bestselling author, as well as his approach...

FARIBAULT, Minn. (KEYC) - When she was only 10 years old, a Fairbault elementary student started a local charity to help students, with insufficient funds, pay for school meals. 11-year-old Ella Bettner continues to donate thousands of dollars to local school districts, proving that you can start making a difference...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Aurora Drummer, who goes by Rory, was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes last fall, and was unable to get an insulin pump due to financial complications, even sending back an insulin pump that the family had ordered. Today the Mankato Clinic partnered with Camp Sweet Life...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - This week’s Golden Apple Award recipient is Abby Visker. She’s a kindergarten teacher, and for many kids her classroom, this is their first experience in education. “I take that very seriously. I want them to have a wonderful year and hopefully that momentum continues...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Looking for something this Sunday that can get you on your feet and uplift your spirit? The Mankato Family YMCA might have the right activity for you. On February 12, the Mankato YMCA will host a one-day yoga retreat from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include 30-minute yoga and Pilates classes, 10-minute massages, a motivational talk, and more.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Mankato Public Safety is rolling out a new program to deter catalytic converter theft in the area. The program, established through the Minnesota Department of Commerce, will provide a packet and identification label after drivers register their vehicle with Public Safety. The labels permanently etch an...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The city of Mankato is taking advantage of the warm weather to do some much needed maintenance, and the melting-freezing cycle is keeping them busy. The city plans to have plows and road crews out all week to clear roads and prevent ice spots as they form. They are also sending out crews to repair pot holes on streets around Mankato.

A bill sponsored by Minnesota State Senator Rich Draheim of Madison Lake has made its way through its first committee. KEYC News Now This Morning Forecast Update 2-08-2023 - clipped version. Updated: 13 hours ago. Mild temperatures continue today with sunshine ahead of strong winds, snow chances on Thursday. Public...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Beginning at 8 a.m. today, a portion of Park Lane between Sibley Parkway and Woodland Avenue will be temporarily closed for electrical utility work. The closure is expected to reopen later in the week, weather permitting.

ST. PETER, Minn. (KEYC) - The St. Peter Saints boys basketball fell at home to Byron 86-58 Tuesday night. The Saints will play Fairmont at home on Friday.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Mankato West Scarlets girls basketball team won 64-28 against Albert Lea Monday night. The Scarlets are back in action Tuesday at Faribault.

LAKE CRYSTAL, Minn. (KEYC) - The Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial Knights girls basketball team won 79-37 against St. Clair Monday night. Senior Lauren Cooper finished as the leading scorer with 23 points. Guards Olivia Harazin and Katelin Flack finished with 17 and 15 points. Cooper is 10 points away from her...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Loyola Crusaders men’s basketball team won their matchup against T-ML-GHEC at home Tuesday night. The Crusaders are back in action Thursday at home against Martin County West.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Mankato East football standout Ben Glogowski joins an elite group of athletes to go on and play at the college level after signing his national letter of intent to the University of Sioux Falls. To make matters even better, Glowgowski will be uniting with his dad,...