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For Second Straight Month, Greater Mankato Area Sees All-Time Employment Record – Leading the State

Mankato, MN, May 31, 2023 – According to recently published data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Greater Mankato has set all-time high employment

Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. Debuts New Comprehensive Website

MANKATO, MINN. (May 23, 2023) – Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. is pleased to announce the official launch of a new comprehensive website that has

CityArt Kicks Off Its 2023 Walking Sculpture Tour this Saturday

MANKATO, Minn. (May 15, 2023) — CityArt is thrilled to announce the installation of the twelfth annual CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour on Saturday, May

2023 MN Governor’s Fishing Opener Hosted by Greater Mankato May 11-13

Various Activities and Events Open to the Public MANKATO, Minn. (May 8, 2023) — The 75th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener, hosted by Greater Mankato

Andy Wilke Promoted to Executive Vice President of Greater Mankato Growth

April 24, 2023 (Mankato, MN) – Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. (GMG) is pleased to announce the promotion of Andy Wilke to Executive Vice President

CityArt Prepares for Exciting Season of New Art

MANKATO, Minn. (April 13, 2023) — The spring season will bring new life to Greater Mankato in the form of new art experiences as

Ashlee White Named Visit Mankato Director

MANKATO, Minn. (February 7, 2023) — Visit Mankato, a business unit of Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. announces new Director, Ashlee White. Ms. White joins

Greater Mankato Growth Announces City of Mankato and Blue Earth County Candidate Forums

MANKATO, MINN. (September 26, 2022) – Greater Mankato Growth is pleased to announce its final set of candidate forums this election season for the city

Honorees Announced for 2022 Greater Mankato Business Awards & Hall of Fame

Mankato, MN (September 26, 2022) – Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. is excited to announce the 2022 honorees that will be recognized at the Greater Mankato

Greater Mankato Growth Announces Blue Earth County Sheriff Candidate Forum

MANKATO, MN (September 15, 2022) – Greater Mankato Growth is pleased to announce a candidate forum for the Blue Earth County Sheriff. This forum will

Greater Mankato Growth Announces First Congressional District Candidate Forum

MANKATO, MN (September 6, 2022) – Greater Mankato Growth is pleased to announce a candidate forum for the First Congressional District of Minnesota. The public

Greater Mankato Growth Announces 2022 Candidate Forums

MANKATO, MINN. (August 23, 2022) – Greater Mankato is pleased to announce the first set of candidate forums this election season. These forums for the

Application Opens for $1.9 Million in Main Street Economic Revitalization Program Grants

Mankato, MN, August 16, 2022– Applications are now open for the Main Street Economic Revitalization Program grants through the Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. (GMG)

2023 Governor’s Fishing Opener to be Held in the Greater Mankato Area

The 75th MN Governor’s Fishing Opener, hosted by Mankato for the first time, will celebrate the time-honored Minnesota fishing tradition and feature numerous events,

Mankato Leads the State in Year over Year Employment Growth

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE             Mankato, MN, July 21, 2022 – Greater Mankato leads the state in employment growth between June 2021 and 2022 according to data

Greater Mankato Growth Calls for Special Session

MANKATO, MINN. (June 10, 2022) – Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) is calling on the Minnesota Legislature to return to St. Paul for a special

Visit Mankato Unveils New Mankato Marathon Courses

Mankato, Minn. (March 29, 2022) — Visit Mankato has unveiled the new courses for the 13th annual Mankato Marathon scheduled to take place this

2022 Mankato Marathon Registration Now Open

MANKATO, Minn. (January 12, 2022) — Registration for the 2022 Mankato Marathon presented by Mayo Clinic Health System opened in January with early bird

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Kōvly Studio to Host Headshot Happy Hour for Local Business Professionals + Entrepreneurs

From Upcoming Graduates to Seasoned Business Professionals, all are Invited to Join This Community Event Mankato, MN – Southern Minnesota-based marketing firm, Kōvly Studio,

Sam’s Club Mankato Names New Manager to Lead Membership Sales

Mankato, MN, September 2023 – Amy Jo Hadler has recently taken on the area of Sam’s Club leadership that works to expand the local

B the Light – six Programs in Six years and Over 100 Survivors and Families Impacted

8.16.23 – New Ulm, MN – When breast cancer survivor, Amber Melby, formed the organization B the Light with the mission of “Offering support,

DonutNV Hires General Manager

DonutNV Mankato has recently hired Tyson Dull as their General Manager. Dull has been in the local hospitality industry for the better part of

Four Attorneys from Gislason & Hunter LLP Selected to the 2023 Super Lawyers List, Three to Rising Star List

Mankato, MN (July 24, 2023) – Four attorneys from Gislason & Hunter LLP have been selected to the 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers list including

ATOM Hospitality: Unveiling a Touch of Magic in Hospitality

Mankato, MN, July 28, 2023 — ATOM Hospitality is excited to announce its rebranding initiative, marking a significant milestone in its journey. Formerly known

The 2023 Federated Challenge Raises a Record-Breaking $4,012,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters

The 2023 Federated Challenge® raises a record-breaking $4,012,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters® The 2023 Federated Challenge raised a record-breaking $4,012,000 for Big Brothers

WEB Construction Co., Inc. to Host Groundbreaking Event for AXIS Lofts

(MANKATO, MN) – WEB Construction will host an event for the groundbreaking of Axis Lofts.. WEB Construction believes in engaging the community to celebrate

Kato Engineering Expands Its Footprint as Nidec Acquires Louisiana Partner

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, USA (July 21, 2023) – Kato Engineering, a Nidec company in Mankato, MN, has a 93-year tradition of innovation and manufacturing

Profinium CEO Marques Doppler Announces Retirement Effective August 1st

FAIRMONT, MN, July 24, 2023 – After a 14-year tenure as Chief Executive Officer, Profinium, Inc. announces that Marques Doppler plans on retiring August

Coldwell Banker Commercial Fisher Group Announces Appointment of Interim CEO and New Executive Managing Director

Mankato, MN, July 12, 2023 – Coldwell Banker Commercial Fisher Group, Southern Minnesota’s leading commercial real estate company, is pleased to announce the appointment

Mankato Clinic and Enara Health Invite Community Members to Walk With Enara

(MANKATO, July 12, 2023) The Mankato Clinic and Enara Health invite you to step towards a healthier lifestyle. Bring a friend and show up

Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Thomas Park on Tuesday, July 25

MANKATO, MN – Celebrate the grand re-opening of Thomas Park from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, July 25, at the park, 100 Thomas

Pioneer Bank’s Brekke named Greater Mankato Area United Way campaign chair

July 5, 2023 (Mankato, MN)—Alissa Brekke has been named the chair for the Greater Mankato Area United Way’s 2024 campaign. Announced at the Top

Star Tribune Names Pioneer Bank a 2023 Top 200 Workplace

June 20, 2023 (Mankato, MN)—Pioneer Bank has been named one of the Top 200 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune. Pioneer Bank was

Jennifer Mathistad, Pioneer Bank, Graduates from the Minnesota Bankers Association Leadership Development Academy

June 13, 2023 (St. James, MN)—Pioneer Bank is pleased to announce the graduation of Jennifer Mathistad from the Minnesota Bankers Association (MBA) Leadership Development

Eide Bailly Mankato Adds to Partnership

May 12, 2023 – Eide Bailly, a top 25 CPA and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of 23 new partners and

Reyna Monson Promoted to President of Pantheon Computers

Pantheon Computers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Waseca, MN – Pantheon Computers, a leading provider of cutting-edge computing solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion

Local SERVPRO Professional Says Give Your Home a Seasonal Tune-up

SERVPRO Mankato, Minn. (Grassroots Newswire) April 14, 2023 – Spring is the perfect time to assess the maintenance of your home after the long,

Studio Five Development Wins MN Brownfields Economic Impact Award

Codwell Banker Commercial Fisher Group / WEB Construction, Co., Inc. MANKATO, MINN. April 10, 2023 – Studio Five, located at 507 N Riverfront Drive,

Mankato Clinic launches Urgency Care to provide more complex & acute care

Mankato Clinic Mankato Clinic has remodeled Urgency Care at the Main Street location with six large exam rooms featuring bedside cardiac monitoring, stretchers and

Xcel Energy-Minnesota launches service to assist commercial and industrial businesses

Xcel Energy Minneapolis (March 7, 2023) – Xcel Energy-Minnesota recently launched Empower Facilities, an innovative customer-centric service that delivers energy savings through upgraded energy

Local Real Estate Professional Completes Weichert® Fast Track Training To Serve Clients

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. Mankato, Minn. (Grassroots Newswire) March 3, 2023 – Weichert, Realtors® – Community Group, located in Mankato, is proud to

Rihm Family Companies Makes Charitable Donations & Big Impact in the Communities it Serves

Rihm Family Companies 02/15/2023 – Rihm Family Companies continued its tradition of giving to charitable causes in 2022. “In the spirit of gratitude for

Pioneer Bank Announces 2022 CEMOW Award Winner Jerica Denn

Pioneer Bank February 1, 2023 (Mankato, MN)—Pioneer Bank is pleased to announce the winner of the 2022 CEMOW Award, Jerica Denn. The CEMOW Award is