Jake Rinehart

Authorities report that a woman has been charged following an incident early Thursday, March 26, that resulted in the death of a Hector, Minnesota, man.

Most recently, May served as the director of Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Compliance with the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission.

Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday that he authorized the state disaster assistance for Renville County for damage sustained from a severe winter storm between December 28, 2019, and December 30, 2019.

Authorities say that 20-year-old Simon Berihu Gebrehiwot was waving a gun and had a bandanna over his mouth while in the drive-thru lane at Northwest Bank in Estherville at approximately 9:40 a.m. on Thursday.

A handful of local care centers in southern Minnesota are asking visitors to remain home, some even placing their centers on lockdown, as the coronavirus continues to spread.

Leading the state in job growth for the second consecutive month was the Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area, which added 1,220 jobs in February for a 2.1% increase.

The award is presented annually to the top men’s college hockey goaltender in the nation.

The West Des Moines-based company said that all front line employees will receive a 10% bonus on all of their hours worked from March 16 to April 12. Both part-time and full-time employees are eligible for the bonus.

Fareway Stores, Inc. announced Wednesday that it plans to provide cash bonuses and additional paid time-off for its hourly employees who have been working during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Rice County becomes the 22nd county in the state to have a confirmed presence of Emerald Ash Borer.

Walmart announced that it is looking to hire more than 2,600 new employees in Minnesota to work in stores, clubs, distribution centers and fulfillment centers.

“We are looking to hire at least 2,000 co-workers as quickly as we can to help our stores, production facilities, and distribution and transportation divisions keep up with the high demand for our products and services,” Recruiting Manager Stephanie Cormican said.

Previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled show, while refunds will be made available at the point of purchase for those who are unable to attend on the rescheduled date.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation recently announced its plans to begin construction on the expansion of Highway 14 between Dodge Center and Owatonna.

Chief Justice Lorie S. Gildea issued a statewide order (ADM20-8001) that restricts in-person access to courthouses for only designated case types and opens up additional opportunities for remote hearings that must occur during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Minnesota State University, Mankato announced that will move its previously scheduled events from in-person presentations to digital events that will be livestreamed.

Design Home Center in New Ulm announced Tuesday that it will be launching a second location in Madelia, Minnesota, on April 1.

The orchestra announced that previously purchased tickets will be honored during the 2020-21 season, as well as accept ticket purchases as a donation or offer refunds.

A handful of local governments announced that they will be closing their buildings to the public beginning on Thursday, March 19.

Anyone who would like to share their thoughts is encouraged to call or email their local wildlife manager prior to April 1.

Executive Order 20-15 directs DEED to create a Small Business Emergency Loan Program by making available $30 million from special revenue funds. This money will then be used by DEED’s lender network to make loans of between $2,500 and $35,000 for qualifying small businesses.

Brookfield Properties, the managing company and landlord of the River Hills Mall, announced Monday it has temporarily closed the River Hills Mall, along with over 170 other shopping centers that the group owns.

Effective Tuesday, March 24, all Hy-Vee stores across its eight-state region will not accept returns or issue rain checks for its products.

In a message posted to the department’s Facebook page on Sunday, Sheriff Patrick Nienaber advises residents to consult with their health care providers if they believe they have symptoms consistent with the coronavirus.

While a majority of the headlines lately have been focusing on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, another disease is quietly making its way across the state.

Hy-Vee launched its campaign on Monday, March 23, to raise money and awareness for food banks across its eight-state region.

The company says that the channels will be available at no additional cost for Spectrum TV customers. SHOWTIME and EPIX will be available for all Spectrum TV customers, regardless of subscription, until April 19.

The Mayo Clinic Health System — Southwest Minnesota Region announced Monday that it has donated $100,000 to the Community Response Fund established by the Greater Mankato Area United Way and Mankato Area Foundation.

The Aussie Peppers of Minnesota announced Wednesday that they will be playing their home games during the 2020 National Pro Fastpitch season at Franklin Rogers Park.

The measure, which went into effect at 7 p.m. Friday, March 20, is aimed at slowing the spread of the COVID-19 virus.