Mankato Snow Emergency effective from 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 30 to 8 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 1

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Public Works says a vehicle struck and knocked down a light pole on Madison Avenue near Long St. around 3 p.m. this afternoon. First responders and public works quickly cleaned up the scene, removing the pole and covering up exposed wires. No word on any injuries.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KEYC) - Members of the Agriculture Industry in Southern Minnesota are asked to take a survey on the state of ag. GreenSeam and Minnesota State University, Mankato have partnered to get a better understanding of the community. Survey facilitators say anyone directly or indirectly working near the...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - While the lakes may not look like it now, in just a few short months the ice will give way and countless hopeful anglers will fill the open waters. Last August, Governor Tim Walz announced that Madison Lake and the greater Mankato area would play host to the 2023 Governor’s Fishing Opener, and local organizations are already hard at work preparing for a slate of events to welcome anglers once the weather warms up.

A new study released by Minnesota State University, Mankato showed the university’s economic impact on the region is just shy of a $1 billion. As the COVID-19 pandemic comes to a slow close, testing sites across Minnesota are planning on closing this week. KEYC News Now This Morning Forecast...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Danielle, with Gallery 512 Boutique, and Randy, with Fuel Graphics, are teaming up to help the Brown County Yellow Ribbon Program. Gallery 512 Boutique is selling ‘It’s ok not to be ok’ stickers, and all proceeds go to the Brown County Yellow Ribbon Program.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Hikers will gather at the Group Camp in the park to embark on a nighttime hike lit by luminaries along the trail. The hike is less than a mile long and is meant to be accessible to any skill level. Staff at Minneopa Park says the annual hike is meant to create a winter-time tradition.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The folks at Kato Living were thrilled to hear that the Bend of the River festival is coming back to Mankato in September! What’s in store? Tune in, as Jerry Braam, CEO for the big event stopped by the studio to talk all about it!

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - With the heavy snow, proper placement of garbage and recycling carts is important. Carts placed in the street can become road obstacles for motorists and also make it difficult for snowplows to clear roads of snow quickly and efficiently. When placing carts for garbage and recycling...

A new study released by Minnesota State University, Mankato showed the university’s economic impact on the region is just shy of a $1 billion. As the COVID-19 pandemic comes to a slow close, testing sites across Minnesota are planning on closing this week. KEYC News Now This Morning Forecast...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Garrett Steinberg was introduced during the early days of Kato Living as a talented musician, but his talent doesn’t end there. Garrett share his knack and talent for woodworking. Tables and end tables are popular items he creates. You can see more of Garrett’s work...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Over the last two years, the ongoing struggle to recruit and retain teachers has worsened throughout Minnesota. A recent state report shows that the teacher-shortage has reached about every school district across the state. “We’ve been talking about the teacher shortage for decades really, and you...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Minnesota Valley Action Council (MVAC) is a community action agency helping those in need secure affordable housing, viable transportation, employment and training for employment, as well as creating educational opportunities for children. Established in 1965 under the Equal Opportunity Act, MVAC serves the people of Region Nine in Southern Minnesota.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - January is National Blood Donation Month, and as most of us know, and officials say the beginning of the year is the most challenging time to recruit blood donors. One in seven patients that go to a hospital will need a blood transfusion, but only 3% of the public gives blood.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - BENCHS expects to have an uptick in need around the end of February, and are hoping to find volunteers to foster kittens and puppies when the time comes. ”We do have to take in those animals that come in from impound first. So if they go...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - A new study released by Minnesota State University, Mankato showed the university’s economic impact on the region is just shy of a billion dollars. The study was commissioned by the Minnesota State system and was conducted by Parker Philips, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in economic impact analysis.

WINSTED, Minn. (KEYC) - On Jan. 23, McLeod Sheriff’s deputies attempted to serve a felony arrest warrant in the city of Winsted. Deputies contacted the subject of the warrant, however, he refused to allow the deputies into the residence. Deputies were able to enter the residence at which time they were fired upon. Two deputies were struck by gunfire and were able to retreat from the residence.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Ocho is a talented and versatile musician, lyricist, writer and entertainer that has been involved with the Mankato music scene for over 20 years. He hosts his own podcast called, “I don’t do that (with Ocho)”, and he’s also a DJ for weddings, dances and parties.

FAIRMONT, Minn. (KEYC) - Fairmont’s city council has voted to kick-start the town’s community center project. Fairmont’s Community Center has been a long developing project in the community, and the project remains at the forefront for seven years since its initial proposal. The project aims to partner...

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - A programming note for you for Friday due to CBS sports coverage in the afternoon. Starting at 4:00, CBS Sports will begin coverage of the Farmer’s Insurance Open. This will re-empt our Friday episode of Kato Living. Golf Coverage is scheduled until 7:00 on CBS.

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The New Ulm Wellness Collective is a nonprofit dedicated to the belief that “wellness” should not be a luxury available to only a few. It is fundamental to human health and happiness. As such, it should be widely accessible. The Wellness Collective service providers...