MANKATO, MN – Bethany Lutheran College has announced that its Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) master’s program has earned accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, known as CACREP, widely recognized as the gold standard in counselor education. The accreditation
Blethen Berens is excited to announce the recent addition of our newest attorney, Bryan Karp, to our New Ulm office! Bryan attended University of Colorado, Boulder Law School where he concentrated his studies on transactional law. After serving as a traveling Judicial Law Clerk for
This Month’s Indicator: Domestic Migration For the first time since 2018, more people are moving to Minnesota from other states than leaving. After years of net domestic outmigration, this shift marks a meaningful change in direction—and an important signal for business leaders across the state. Between
Mankato, MN (February 12, 2026) – The Mankato Figure Skating Club (MFSC) is pleased to announce its Skate Into Summer camp, which will take place on June 29–30 at All Seasons Arena in Mankato, featuring world-class guest coaches Surya Bonaly and Peter Biver. Bonaly is
February 9, 2026 (Mankato, MN)—Twin Rivers Council for the Arts is pleased to announce the first event in its 2026 Creative Connections series, an initiative that brings art into everyday community spaces through partnerships with local businesses and artists. Creative Connections features month-long art installations in unique
Minnesota Valley Action Council has received a $3,000 grant from the Mankato Clinic Foundation to be used for the purchase of children’s bicycle helmets. The helmets will be given to Head Start children at MVAC Head Start Books, Bikes, and Ice Cream socials held in
Mankato, MN, February 9, 2026 – Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) celebrates New Horizon Academy’s acquisition of the Cultivate Mankato child care center in order to continue operations, ensuring vital continuity of care for local families and educators and preserving critical child care capacity in the heart of
North Mankato, MN — Vista Prairie at North Pointe is pleased to announce the addition of two new leaders to its team: Josh Wirig as Culinary Manager and Doug Dittbenner as Sales & Community Marketing Manager. Both bring extensive experience, strong community ties, and a
Mankato, MN —February 6, 2026 — MRCI is pleased to announce the appointment of Rhiannon Johnston as its new Chief of Information Technology. Rhiannon brings more than 14 years of experience at MRCI, having served the organization in a variety of roles that span human
This article was written by the Mankato Free Press. MANKATO — Les Schwab Tires is adding Mankato to its map this winter, with a new location scheduled to open Feb. 18 at 1540 Interlachen Drive. The Mankato location will be the company’s first in the