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

Recent Articles by Marissa

Yoga becoming a popular form of exercise and teaching method

It is not as hard as it looks and if you are interested you should take the leap of faith because the payoff is extraordinary.

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Published January 16, 2021 at 7:23 PM

Kato Karate reinventing itself in a new light

The owners have recently modeled their business into a child development school instead of a martial arts school.

Marissa Voss

Published January 15, 2021 at 7:37 PM

Minnesota Department of Transportations gives tips for first blizzard of 2021

The high winds make any snow storm more dangerous for drivers.

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Published January 14, 2021 at 7:22 PM

Musicians benefit from loosened COVID-19 restrictions

Eating establishments and live music often go hand in hand, but with restaurants being closed for indoor dining, musicians have been directly impacted.

Marissa Voss

Published January 10, 2021 at 10:40 PM

Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota prepares for reopen

The organization is a nonprofit that works to bring education to children in a safe, healthy and fun way.

Marissa Voss

Published January 9, 2021 at 10:34 PM

Mankato Clinic receives first doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Front line essential workers and adults over 75 are on deck to receive the coronavirus vaccine as Minnesota receives more doses. For health care workers, this is a step in the right direction.

Marissa Voss

Published January 6, 2021 at 6:32 PM

Area thrift stores work together to sell donated items

Hopp’s Thrift Store operates a bit differently than any other thrift store.

Marissa Voss

Published January 3, 2021 at 11:21 PM

Safety procedures to follow in the winter months

Another piece of advice is to give the snowplows some space when they are clearing the roads.

Marissa Voss

Published January 2, 2021 at 9:12 PM

Exclusively Diamonds working through busy season

Most of the time with engagements and other special events it is not just about the two who are making a life long commitment, but it is also about bringing two families together.

Marissa Voss

Published January 1, 2021 at 6:37 PM

Tips and tricks for people getting into ice skating

As we approach the winter months and the coldest time of the year, there are a lot of activities that people take part in and ice skating is one of them.

Marissa Voss

Published December 30, 2020 at 7:14 PM

Local businesses trying to reduce environmental waste

Vagabond Village is located in Old Town Mankato, Fillin’ Station’s on Front Street and Grace Thrift Store is in Lake Crystal.

Marissa Voss

Published December 27, 2020 at 10:47 PM

Eleven year-old entrepreneur creates booming business

Many kids wouldn’t dream of building their own business from the ground up, especially amid a global pandemic, but Ava Wall isn’t like any other kid.

Marissa Voss

Published December 26, 2020 at 10:32 PM

Grace Lutheran Church keeps Christmas day tradition alive

For some, going to church on Christmas Day is a tradition that reminds people that gifts aren’t at the center of the holiday.

Marissa Voss

Published December 25, 2020 at 6:20 PM

Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society affected by holidays

Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society’s residents are affected by the holidays in a different way.

Marissa Voss

Published December 24, 2020 at 8:51 PM

Mankato Symphony Orchestra countdown to Christmas

MSO wanted to give people a little bit of light and hope during the holiday season with their Holiday Countdown initiative

Marissa Voss

Published December 24, 2020 at 8:49 PM

The star isn’t actually a star, but instead it is a conjunction.

Marissa Voss

Published December 23, 2020 at 5:26 PM

Christy’s Crystals teaches history of burning Yule logs

The log itself is lit and slowly burned throughout the Twelve Days of Christmas.

Marissa Voss

Published December 20, 2020 at 9:12 PM

All donated blood will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies.

Marissa Voss

Published December 20, 2020 at 9:07 PM

Tent Sale helps benefit shopping and hospitality industries

The sale creates a space for vendors and crafters and also benefits those in the shopping and hospitality industry.

Marissa Voss

Published December 19, 2020 at 9:16 PM

Mankato YMCA excited to be back in business

Both YMCA members and staff say, they are excited to get back on their feet.

Marissa Voss

Published December 19, 2020 at 9:05 PM

Great Mankato Toy Drive collects toys, raises money for children

The event switched to an outdoor drop off event this year where people dropped off toys and cash donations.

Marissa Voss

Published December 19, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Local restaurants adapt to new COVID-19 guidelines

Under new state COVID-19 guidelines going into effect this weekend, bars and restaurants are allowed to offer outdoor dining options at either 50% capacity or no more than 100 people at a time. Customers also need to remain seated while eating.

Meghan Grey and Marissa Voss

Published December 19, 2020 at 5:52 PM

Minnesota State University, Mankato nabs national recognition

MSU International Student Enrollment Ranks twelfth nationally and this is the second time in three years that they have received a high ranking.

Marissa Voss

Published December 18, 2020 at 7:17 PM

Walz, housing leaders announce funding for affordable housing

Gov. Tim Walz joined state leaders Thursday to announce millions of dollars in funding for affordable housing.

Marissa Voss

Published December 17, 2020 at 8:18 PM

Mankato churches adding light to dark year

Four churches in the Mankato area have come together to create ‘Light the Night’ to give the community hope and light.

Marissa Voss

Published December 17, 2020 at 7:04 PM

Holiday travel sees decrease amid the pandemic

Fewer people are interested in traveling out of the country, state or even county.

Marissa Voss

Published December 16, 2020 at 10:21 PM

The two of them found each other later in life and knew they were meant for each other.

Marissa Voss

Published December 14, 2020 at 12:11 AM

River Valley Running gives advice for the holidays

River Valley Running has some tips and tricks for those just getting into the running routine.

Marissa Voss

Published December 12, 2020 at 6:48 PM

Another big part of the new adjustments will be to focus just as much on the mental and emotional health of their task force as they do on the physical health.

Marissa Voss

Published December 10, 2020 at 6:42 PM

Mankato Area Public Schools launches new Online Study Center

They are offering a free Online Study Center for students in grades 6-12 who are in Mankato Area Public Schools.

Marissa Voss

Published December 9, 2020 at 7:30 PM

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