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Mankato’s Consolidated Community Plan for 2015 includes expanding and connecting bicycle paths and well-marked bike lanes and routes throughout the city. More bike lanes and connections are planned for the next three years. The city …
27 Apr 15
Details about an alleged shooting involving an off-duty McLeod County sheriff’s deputy are still scarce. The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension continues their investigation. Following a complaint about a disturbance at a Kiwk Trip in Norwood …
25 Apr 15
Two rural Hutchinson residents accused of kidnapping and murdering a Howard Lake man will likely not have hearings until this summer. Gwen Butcher’s district court appearance in Buffalo this week resulted in her attorney asking …
25 Apr 15
Another Minnesota child is dead from flu related complications. The Minnesota Department of Health said its the 10th child to die from the flu season. Outbreaks are still being reported a round the state including …
25 Apr 15
The Brown Soil and Water Conservation District will be celebrating Water Stewardship week this week. This year’s theme is Local Heroes-Your Hardworking Pollinators. Brown SWCD encourages residents to get involved in efforts to support pollinator …
25 Apr 15
Minneopa State Park near Mankato is preparing for some rather large residents this fall. Fences are being constructed in preparation for a herd of buffalo that is planned to be as large as 40 animals. …
25 Apr 15
One person was killed and three others were injured in a car accident near Sleepy Eye Thursday evening. According to the state patrol, 14-year-old Daisy M. Rodriguez of New Hampton, Iowa was killed when the …
24 Apr 15
Parents, staff and students spoke in support of the Butterfield superintendent this week after board members allegedly made a negative remark against her. Written and verbal comments were heard in a forum that defended Superintendent …
24 Apr 15
860 AM KNUJ/SAM 107-3 and your New Ulm Hy Vee announce this month’s Hometown Hero: Jeff Krueger of Springfield. Jeff was recently recognized for his volunteer efforts by being named “ The Spirit of Springfield” …
