Marissa Voss

Multimedia Journalist

• Hometown?

Farimont, Minnesota

• What's your favorite part of your job?

Getting to report on events that are happening in Mankato, and then being able to put them all together for the station.

• What's your dream story?

My dream story would be to interview The Purple People Eaters, Randy Moss, and Cris Carter from the Minnesota Vikings. I would discuss the game of football during their time, and then they're opinions on what it's like in the present day. My family, and I are some of the biggest Vikings fans, that would be the highlight of my sports reporting career.

• What did you want to be when you were growing up?

When I was a kid, I wanted to be a professional football player.

• What got you interested in news and sports?

I was the coach's daughter in town so naturally I loved sports. I would go to Vikings games with my family, be at all the local sporting events, and I was even involved in sports until I was 23. I didn't know I wanted to be a sports reporter until two years ago when I got my start with Maverick Hockey Weekend as their ice-side reporter for the Division I MSU men's hockey team.

• What person(s) do you most admire?

My parents, Chris and Wendy Voss.

• What's your favorite candy?

Frozen Charleston Chews

• What's your favorite sport to watch?

Football and hockey

• What's your favorite band?

Motley Crue

• What's your favorite book?

"Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis

• What's your proudest moment?

My proudest moment would be getting to be an ice-side reporter for Fox Sports when the MSU women's hockey team pulled off an upset win against the No. 1 ranked Wisconsin Badgers.

• If you could spend a week anywhere, where would you go?

Bora Bora

Education

Bethany Lutheran College

Business

FUN.com and Federated Insurance have had to adapt during the pandemic, and the post-pandemic...

Mankato companies get creative with hiring process

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Marissa Voss

These efforts are putting Federated Insurance and FUN.com in the best position for success, and they couldn’t be happier about it.

Education

They will be screening K-12 students attending Blue Earth County or North Mankato schools

Mankato Salvation Army providing back to school help for families

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Marissa Voss

They will be distributing backpacks, sneakers and certificates for school clothes next Thursday.

Health

The Stryker’s Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery has assisted surgeons in making a difference in...

River’s Edge Hospital performs 500th robotic knee surgery

Updated: Jul. 19, 2021 at 5:22 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The Stryker’s Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery has assisted surgeons in making a difference in the lives of 500 people.

Community

It is their biggest fundraiser of the year and brings in women from all over the area

Mankato YWCA preparing for Women of Distinction fundraiser

Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 7:17 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The Women of Distinction event has been highlighting local women since 1973.

Minnesota

Rain has been coming in nice and steady since the beginning of July

Recent rainfall helps control lake algae

Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 7:09 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

With the recent number of storms Southern Minnesota has had that issue could start to dissipate.

Minnesota

MNDOT says they are likely to get done with the project before the November end date even with...

Highway 60 construction delayed

Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 7:03 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is pushing back the reopening of Highway 60 from Eagle Lake to Elysian.

Community

The softball game raises thousands of dollars for LEEP each and every year

LEEP Legends softball game returns

Updated: Jul. 14, 2021 at 10:53 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The local celebrity softball game hosted by Leisure Education for Exceptional People is in its sixth year .

Health

There are a couple attributes to the spike such as quarantine isolation, social media and...

Rise in eating disorders across nation and area during pandemic

Updated: Jul. 14, 2021 at 10:43 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

It is important for families to know that the stability of family meal time is crucial for helping those affected by an eating disorder.

News

The Blue Earth County License Center expands its hours for tab renewals and birth certificates...

New walk-up window available at Blue Earth County License Center

Updated: Jul. 13, 2021 at 11:55 AM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The Blue Earth County License Center expands its hours for tab renewals and birth certificates among other services at its walk-up window.

Minnesota

They are adding two roundabouts on Riverfront Drive and are ahead of schedule

Highway 14, Riverfront Drive construction ahead of schedule

Updated: Jul. 12, 2021 at 7:42 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Construction at Highway 14 and Riverfront Drive is ahead of schedule.

Health

They partnered with North Mankato Farmers’ Market for Dive into Dairy

Farmamerica highlights importance of dairy as part of diet

Updated: Jul. 12, 2021 at 7:31 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The North Mankato Farmers Market and Farmamerica teamed up to highlight the importance of dairy in your diet.

Agriculture

Guldan Family Farm is just beginning their harvesting process for sweet corn

Sweet corn farmers gearing up for harvest season

Updated: Jul. 12, 2021 at 7:06 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Sweet corn farmers are gearing up for the harvest season.

Top Story

Pick Of The Litter: Lucy

Updated: Jul. 9, 2021 at 4:42 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Lucy is a very treat motivated dog, she also loves people and snuggles.

Top Story

Which is putting a financial strain on Rodney’s and B&L

Two local bars are not seeing Restaurant Revitalization Fund

Updated: Jul. 9, 2021 at 4:32 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Two New Ulm bars haven’t seen any kind of compensation come through.

Agriculture

With the recent rainfall, some of the farmers are calling it the trillion dollar rain

Southern Minnesota farmers benefit from recent rainfall

Updated: Jul. 8, 2021 at 7:07 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

For some farmers who still have crops growing, the rainfall is everything, but for some in the harvest season, it’s a little too late, especially some oat farmers.

Agriculture

Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota is hosting We Dig Pigs events Thursday night.

Children’s Museum hosting pork festivities

Updated: Jul. 8, 2021 at 11:45 AM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota is hosting We Dig Pigs events tonight.

Community

A North Mankato woman has lost over 200 pounds in just two years and is now a finalist in the...

Julia Fowler becomes finalist in BeachBody Challenge

Updated: Jul. 7, 2021 at 7:51 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

A North Mankato woman has lost over 200 pounds in just two years and is now a finalist in the BeachBody Challenge.

Minnesota

Consuming a constant amount of alcohol can result in the substance producing a lesser effect on...

Alcohol consumption, tolerance increased among Minnesotans during pandemic

Updated: Jul. 6, 2021 at 10:22 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Mankato Chemical Health officials say that the 30% increase is quite alarming.

Community

The services will begin around 7 o’clock, which is closing time for the family store

Mankato Salvation Army hosts outdoor Park and Praise events

Updated: Jul. 6, 2021 at 7:17 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

This summer, the Mankato Salvation Army will be meeting biweekly in the parking lot of its Family Store.

Top Story

Which will also impact local and small pork producers the most

New rules puts strain on pork producers in the area

Updated: Jul. 2, 2021 at 6:07 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The ruling will slow down manufacturing speeds and impact how quickly pork gets on consumers’ plates.

Top Story

Fairmont’s fourth of July festivities allows people to watch the fireworks at Ward park from...

Fairmont fourth of July celebrations commence

Updated: Jul. 2, 2021 at 5:57 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Drought conditions this year could hurt that tradition

Health

Mayo Clinic Health System welcomes new community health workers

Updated: Jul. 1, 2021 at 9:30 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Mayo Clinic Health System officials say it’s important to have these roles for people who are underrepresented.

Sports

North Mankato city officials, Mankato United Soccer Club staff members and youth soccer players...

Caswell North Soccer Complex holds groundbreaking ceremony

Updated: Jul. 1, 2021 at 6:32 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The upgrades will include the addition of artificial turf, new light fixtures, a press box and bleachers for spectators.

Community

The parade will start at ten in the morning this Sunday at South Washington Ave and will end at...

Independence Day celebration returns to St. Peter

Updated: Jun. 30, 2021 at 7:30 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Officials want the public to know that saving your spot for the parade isn’t the best idea.

Education

Minnesota State University, Mankato President Richard Davenport sits in his classic car...

Minnesota State University, Mankato president retires

Updated: Jun. 30, 2021 at 7:21 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Richard Davenport retires after serving as president at Minnesota State Mankato for the last 19 years.

Community

Construction is still a ways off as the plan is still near it’s infancy

North Mankato City Council adopts plan for Webster Avenue development

Updated: Jun. 29, 2021 at 10:11 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The North Mankato City Council adopted a Webster Avenue plan for future development in the area.

Community

The families will be able to bring in their children or grandchildren to enjoy all of the...

Military Appreciation Week preparations ramping up at Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota

Updated: Jun. 29, 2021 at 8:21 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

As a way of saying thank you to all the military members and families for their service to this country.

Agriculture

Southern Minnesota farmers have been feeling the brunt of the severe drought hardships

Limited rainfall leaves farmers out to dry

Updated: Jun. 28, 2021 at 7:51 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

With June typically being the wettest month in the summer, if July and August go the same route, farmers could be in even more trouble.

Crime

Mankato Public Safety says one person has been charged with assault after a fight that broke...

One injured, one arrested following downtown assualt

Updated: Jun. 28, 2021 at 12:17 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Mankato Public Safety says one person has been charged with assault after a fight that broke out downtown on Saturday night.

Top Story

There will be drinks by the poolside and the zipline will be available for use

Spring Lake Park to host 21+ adult nights

Updated: Jun. 25, 2021 at 6:26 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

There will be drinks by the poolside and the zipline will be available for use.

Top Story

Some tips are to wear light colored clothing, bug repellent and avoid the outdoors at dusk or...

Lack of rain causing Mosquito decrease in the area and state

Updated: Jun. 25, 2021 at 6:25 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

There are also other types of mosquitoes that come out without any rainfall.

Minnesota

Procession held for Cpl. Eric-John Niss De Jesus

Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 10:40 PM CDT

By Jared Dean and Marissa Voss

The body of Marine Cpl. Eric-John Niss De Jesus is back home in Mountain Lake.

Agriculture

Bison are pictured Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Minneopa State Park in Mankato, Minn.

University of Minnesota Extension holds silvopasture presentation

Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 6:27 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The University of Minnesota Extension held a free educational workshop and field session Thursday on silvopasture as a method for oak savanna restoration.

News

North Mankato is hosting a pollinator event on Saturday where residents can plant in their new...

North Mankato celebrates National Pollinator Week

Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 12:57 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

It’s National pollinator week and North Mankato is highlighting the importance of pollinators.

Agriculture

Sen. Smith supports President Biden’s infrastructure bill which calls for greener technology...

Renewable energy proving importance in rural America

Updated: Jun. 23, 2021 at 7:55 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Renewable energy is one of the main sources of power for the Midwest.

News

The Saint Peter Police Department hired a new police chief.

Saint Peter Police Department hires new police chief

Updated: Jun. 23, 2021 at 1:21 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

The Saint Peter Police Department hired a new police chief.

News

There is a new exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota featuring the Dakota...

Spirit of Understanding exhibit now at Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota

Updated: Jun. 18, 2021 at 12:17 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

There is a new exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota featuring the Dakota language.

Community

A new YMCA may be coming to Fairmont after the city council voted on Monday to commit $14...

City leaders outline next steps to make Fairmont Community Center a reality

Updated: Jun. 16, 2021 at 10:09 PM CDT

By Marissa Voss

Fairmont is one step closer to housing a YMCA in the City of Lakes after the Fairmont City Council voted to approve the motion during Monday’s city council meeting.

Community