Business Development
Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. Foundation Awarded an additional $750,000 in DEED Funds to Support Development & Redevelopment in Regional Corridors

Mankato, MN, February 27, 2025 – The Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. (GMG, Inc.) Foundation has been awarded an additional $750,000 through the Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) Main Street Economic Revitalization Program (MSERP). This award follows a previous award of $2 million made

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Featured
Mankato’s Spring Break Escape: Fun for the Whole Family!

Spring break is on the horizon, and if you’re looking for a family-friendly getaway that’s both affordable and packed with adventure, look no further than Mankato, Minnesota! This vibrant city offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, engaging attractions, and delicious dining options that will

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Greater Mankato Growth, Inc.
Visit Mankato Wins Outstanding Marketing Campaign Award, Earns Social Media Excellence Nomination at Explore Minnesota Tourism Conference

MANKATO, Minn.— February 21, 2025.  Visit Mankato is celebrating a major win following the 2025 Explore Minnesota Tourism Conference, which took place February 18 and 19 in Minneapolis. The organization took home the coveted Outstanding Marketing Campaign Award for its successful summer/warm season 2024 campaign

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Member Guest Blog
How Organizations Can Increase Profitability

A version of this article originally appeared on eidebailly.com. Business leaders are prioritizing growth, technology, workforce, and financial performance over the next year. These areas are also of extreme importance to profitability. After all, the more profitable your business is, the more you can invest

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Member News
Mankato Clinic Foundation awards $25,000 to Educare Foundation

MANKATO (February 3, 2025) — The Mankato Clinic Foundation has awarded $25,000 to the Educare Foundation to support learning initiatives and programs in Mankato Area Public Schools for a total of $150,000 in grants since 2019. “By partnering with the Educare Foundation, we have been

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Advocacy
Permitting Reform Proposal Introduced

Last week, a bill was introduced in both the Minnesota House and Senate that would improve the permitting process in Minnesota. Greater Mankato Growth had a chance to testify in favor of HF 8 on Thursday, February 13, in the House Environment Committee. A companion

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Member News
Southern Minnesota Skating Club Hosts Second Annual Ice Show

St. Peter, Minn., Jan. 26, 2025 – Southern Minnesota Skating Club is pleased to announce its second annual ice show! Entitled “SMSC Rising,” the show is filled with uplifting, shoot-for-the-stars numbers from 40 participants, figure skaters and hockey skaters, ranging in age from 4 to

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Greater Mankato Growth, Inc.
Savor the Flavors of Greater Mankato During Restaurant Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Savor the Flavors of Greater Mankato During Restaurant Week Mankato, Minn. – February 4, 2025 – Foodies rejoice! Visit Mankato and City Center Partnership have partnered to create the first-ever Greater Mankato Restaurant Week. The event will take place from February 17

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