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7.18.24-Jessica Potter-BECHS Executive Director
Blue Earth County Historical Society’s Executive Director Jessica Potter in with Lisa to talk about the upcoming events; unique Mankato stories, July 20 at 1pm with Author Dan Vance, and Art in the Garden sponsored by Twin Rivers Council for the Arts & BECHS on August 4 from 1-6pm at the Hubbard House gardens here in Mankato. They also talked about Stone and Stories Self-Guided Cemetery Tours; tours available June 20 through September 1. Links will be added if you’re interested in more information or to purchases tickets.
6 Vikings Players from 2023 Roster Remain Free Agents
Minnesota Vikings training camp kicks off this Sunday, with all rookies reporting to Eagan. Veterans arrive on Tuesday, July 23rd. 6 Vikings Players from 2023 Roster Remain Free Agents. The 2024 offseason is in the rearview, and the Vikings added about 40 new players. Over 23 from the 2023 roster...
Joe Mauer Will Join These Former Minnesota Twins In Cooperstown On Sunday [GALLERY]
The election of Joe Mauer means that there are now 12 former Minnesota Twins players in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Although the Twins' franchise history includes players who were Washington Senators before the team moved to Minnesota in 1961, this list is exclusive to those who played in Minnesota.
ESPN insider thinks Twins landed a trio of sleeper prospects in MLB Draft this year
The MLB Draft is officially behind us, but the journey for the prospects who were selected is just beginning. Twenty new players joined the Minnesota Twins farm system -- assuming they all sign before the deadline -- and already a handful are being picked out as names to circle and keep an eye on. It was a top-heavy class for Minnesota, thanks in large part to the team owning four picks on the first night of action.
Twins linked to potential trade for Blue Jays starter ahead of deadline
Let year the Minnesota Twins were rumored to be interested in a number of different potential trades ahead of the deadline, but opted to stand pat. That would unfortunately be a precursor to the team’s offseason plans, as the frugalness of ownership handcuffed the front office from meaingfully adding to the roster. As the Twins enter the second half of the season in a position to overtake the AL Central and march toward another postseason run, plans might have changed.
Minnesota Vikings: Stunning Details Emerge As Things Get Ugly Between JJ McCarthy And Organization
The Minnesota Vikings lost Kirk Cousins to the Atlanta Falcons this offseason and are heading into 2024 with the expectation to win now. Instead of throwing another massive paycheck at Cousins — who was fantastic for the Vikings during the regular season but was never able to go on a significant run in the playoffs — the Minnesota brass let the Atlanta Falcons give their former QB a major payday and decided to hit the reset button on the QB position.
2024 Minnesota Vikings Fantasy Preview
Points per game: 20.2 (22nd) Total yards per game: 347.8 (10th) Plays per game: 63 (17th) Pass Attempts + Sacks per game: 39.9 (2nd) Dropback EPA per play: 0.04 (17th) Rush attempts per game: 23.1 (28th) Rush EPA per play: -0.16 (25th) Coaching Staff. The Vikings entered 2023 plussing Jordan...
Kirk Cousins is shamelessly using former Vikings teammate to help the Falcons
If anyone has watched the Netflix series Receiver, you know about the segment which mentions Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson and how he's essentially caught almost every career ball from his former quarterback Kirk Cousins, to this point in his career. Cousins meant a great deal to this Vikings...
HIGHWAY 4 ST. JAMES TO SLEEPY EYE PROJECT UPDATE
Construction on the Butterfield Creek bridge north of St. James has started. MnDOT says traffic is detoured to Watonwan County Roads 3 and 32 and Highway 30 until mid-August. Highway 4 from Sleepy Eye to Brown County Road 24 remains closed to traffic as replacement of the bridge over the Cottonwood River south of Sleepy Eye continues. Traffic is detoured to Highway 14 and Brown County Roads 8 and 24. Resurfacing on Highway 4 from St. James to Sleepy Eye is expected to begin later this summer and traffic will be detoured to Highway 14, Brown County Road 8, Watonwan County Road 5 and Highway 30. The project is expected to be done sometime in early October, weather permitting. You can stay updated on the Highway 4 St. James to Sleepy Eye project website or on MnDOT’s South Central Facebook group.
Butterfield Creek Bridge construction underway
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Construction on the Butterfield Creek Bridge north of St. James is underway, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Traffic is detoured to Watonwan County Roads 3 and 32, and Highway 30 until mid-August, weather permitting. Highway 4 from Sleepy Eye to Brown County Road 24...
Greater Mankato Growth hosts listening session with businesses hit by flooding
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Greater Mankato Growth hosted a listening session today with business owners impacted by the recent flooding. The session was held on Zoom, hosting at least a dozen businesses around the area who have received flooding damage, as well as representatives from affected cities, counties, and the state. It was a chance for the businesses to share with those representatives what damage they’d received and where they still need help with recovery efforts.
Make a Splash at Tourtellotte Pool, Mankato Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Free Admission
Mankato residents, it's time to pack your swimsuits and towels for a day of sun and fun. The City of Mankato has announced the grand re-opening of Tourtellotte Pool, set for this Thursday, July 18 at 12:30 p.m. After the ceremonial ribbon cutting, the gates of the newly renovated pool will open wide to welcome the public. Best part? Admission is on the house for the opening day festivities, according to a post on the City of Mankato's Facebook page.
Richartz among those set to participate in Northwoods League All-Star Home Run Challenge
ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA — Eau Claire Express outfielder Brigs Richartz will be among those Northwoods Baseball League (NBL) players participating in the League’s Home Run Derby Challenge as part of the NBL All-Star Game activities. The Northwoods League has announced the participants for the 2024 Northwoods League All-Star Home Run Challenge which will take place the day before the Northwoods League All-Star game on Monday at ISG Field in Mankato, Minnesota. The actual All-Star Game is set for Tuesday evening. ...
SE School Board votes to close the swimming pool
The Sibley East School Board, during its regular monthly meeting in Arlington on Monday night, July 15, voted 5-1 and approved a motion to close the swimming pool by the end of August. In addition to the motion, the swimming pool will close immediately if there is a major repair.
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