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A chunk of David Johnson’s backyard, including a tree, fell into the high waters of the Le Sueur River Wednesday night. He’s one of several land owners who will benefit from an innovative, natural method to reinforce erodible slopes like this one.
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New approach planned to halting river erosion
LOSING LAND: Much of the sediment in the Minnesota River is washed in from
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Flood is a sight to see
The flood walls in Mankato and North Mankato have made this year's flood a spectator attraction.
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Flood warning for region upgraded to "moderate"
CLICK for latest Mankato weather forecast and flood warnings
Detailed floodwatch for New Ulm, Mankato, St. Peter, Henderson.
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Lake Washington rec trail eyed
Residents say there are more pedestrians and bicyclists on the non-shouldered roads around the lake.
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Local marathon raises interest in training
The Mankato Marathon will take place Oct. 23.
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New approach planned to halting river erosion
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Point out the potholes on interactive map
The Free Press offers you an opportunity to contribute to improving your streets.
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Point out the potholes on interactive map
- Sports
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Gusties fall to Elmira, finish fourth
The Gustavus women's hockey team lost to Elmira 4-1 in the NCAA Division III third place game Saturday at Don Roberts Ice Rink in St. Peter.
- Bjorklund develops into inside force for Sibley East
- Scarlets unfazed by turnover of talent
- Loyola looks to erase bad taste of last year
- Heavy dose of Bjorklund leads Sibley East to 5AA title
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- Obituaries
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Elsie C. Santo
Elsie C. Santo, 99, of Janesville, died on Friday, March 19, 2010, at the Mankato House Health Care Center.
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Douglas Olson
Douglas Milton Olson, 65, of Le Sueur, died on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at Gardenview Nursing Home in Le Sueur.
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Dr. Dirk N. Derksen
Dr. Dirk Norman Derksen passed away comfortably at home on February 5, 2010, in Lake Crystal, MN after a short illness at age 91.
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Glenn Bateman
Glenn A. Bateman, 93, of North Mankato, died Thursday, March 18, 2010, at his home.
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Nellie ‘Nell’ Flohrs
A Celebration of Life for Nellie “Nell” Flohrs, 91, of Truman, Minnesota, formerly of rural Trimont, Minnesota, will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 21, 2010, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Galena Township, rural Ormsby, Minnesota, with Rev. Roger L. Mackie officiating.
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- Editorials
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