Beth Ayotte’s Story What inspired you to start your own janitorial business? “My dad whispered in my ear as I slept – haha. No seriously, I was driving home from a job that gave me zero satisfaction. I was crying and praying, and a yellow

Blethen Berens is excited to welcome our newest transactional attorney, Seung Woo Ban. Seung Woo is a recent graduate of the University of Iowa College of Law. Prior to building his practice in southern Minnesota, Seung managed complex business matters in the corproate sector for

Brandon Smith Appointed President & Chief Executive Officer (Mankato, MN) In a recent all-company meeting, Tailwind Group’s Managing Principals announced and appointed Brandon Smith as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Brandon’s duties as CEO will begin effective immediately. Lane Gravley will continue his role

MANKATO (October 23, 2024) – In 2022, Mankato Clinic and Javara, an Integrated Research Organization (IRO), launched a partnership to bring clinical trials as a care option to Greater Mankato and south-central Minnesota.    “We are proud to partner with Javara to bring new care options to

Mankato, MN (October 22, 2024) – November is Men’s Health month which is commemorated by men growing beards and mustaches to encourage regular checkups for early cancer detection. In recognition and celebration of this important month, the JZ Cancer Fund will be holding its annual Mustache Bash on

Mankato, MN- October 18, 2024: The Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking celebration for the construction of two new homes that will be added to our Partnership Community Land Trust. This event marks a milestone in our ongoing efforts to provide

MANKATO, MN (October 15, 2024) — The Twin Rivers Council for the Arts Board of Directors is seeking applications for new members to join the board beginning January 2025. Twin Rivers mission is to create an atmosphere or environment that supports creatives, educates the community on the value of the creative sector

Blethen Berens recently welcomed their newest attorney, Jacqueline Tousley-Adelman! Jacqueline, raised on a hobby farm outside of Henderson, is excited to return to the Minnesota River Valley to grow her legal practice. While attending St. Thomas School of Law, Jacqueline intentionally pursued a diverse range

A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Wednesday, September 25th at 10:00 AM to celebrate the redevelopment of 1531 Madison Avenue in Mankato. HerdStar, Evenson Concrete Systems and APX Construction Group are the first tenants of the building. The building is the former home of