As Mankato employers work to recruit and retain talent in a competitive labor market, one challenge continues to rise to the surface: childcare. For working parents, access to reliable, high-quality childcare isn’t a convenience, it’s what makes going to work possible. For employers, that means
MANKATO, MN – A Fix-It Clinic will be hosted at Mankato Makerspace, 1700 3rd Avenue, from 1-4 PM on Saturday, June 20th. Have a broken toaster, torn jacket, or glitchy lamp? Don’t toss it — bring it to the free Fix-It Clinic! You will get help from skilled volunteers who can
Former Revo Health executive returns home to help strengthen local healthcare across southern Minnesota June 1, 2026 (MANKATO, Minn.) — Brandon Janike, who grew up on a family farm near Waldorf, Minn., has been named chief financial officer of Mankato Clinic, returning to southern Minnesota
[Winnebago, MN] – May 21, 2026 – The Bravo Zulu House has been recognized as one of Finance & Commerce’s Top Minnesota Construction Projects of 2025, an annual award program celebrating standout construction projects across the state that demonstrate innovation, collaboration, community impact, and excellence
MANKATO, Minn. (May 25, 2026)—While the Belgrade Avenue reconstruction project and the closure of Veteran’s Memorial Bridge temporarily changes the landscape of Lower North Mankato, Twin Rivers Council for the Arts and its CityArt program are transforming the challenge into an opportunity for creativity, connection
Enters new states: Wisconsin, Nebraska, North Carolina Expands its presence in: Minnesota, Colorado, Idaho 22% growth in 5 years in areas of greatest childcare needs From Brooklyn Center to nationwide: New Horizon Academy’s expansion story MINNEAPOLIS, MN (May 26, 2026) — New Horizon Academy, one of
Access to clean and reliable drinking water is a cornerstone of public health and infrastructure in the Mankato community. The municipal water system is designed, operated, and maintained to meet strict regulatory standards established by both the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the State of
MANKATO, Minn. — RE/MAX Dynamic Agents has been recognized as the 2025 Brokerage of the Year for the state of Minnesota by RE/MAX World Headquarters, a prestigious honor celebrating outstanding performance, leadership, client service, and community impact across the RE/MAX network. The recognition was announced in a formal
MANKATO, MN (May 15, 2026) — As part of its ongoing Chamber Lunch Series, Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) will host an event on Wednesday, May 20, featuring a timely and informative discussion on data centers and their growing role in regional and national conversations. The program, titled “Data Centers & Our Region’s Future,” is designed
MANKATO, Minn. (May 12, 2026)—After more than three decades of serving up treats, memories and community connections, the Galli family is officially passing the torch at the iconic Dairy Queen West in Mankato. Current owner JoRae Galli Storm has announced the sale of the business