The Mankato Planning Commission and Heritage Preservation Commission present volunteer opportunities for those who want a say in the direction the city is headed.
Second Harvest Heartland projects an increase in food assistance needs through the summer as more Minnesotans face food insecurity in the wake of a disrupted economy.
Friday's rally - organized by the Greater Mankato Diversity Council, Indivisible St. Peter/Greater Mankato and YWCA Mankato among others - brought multiple facets of the community together to work towards a racially equitable society and ending injustice.
For the third year, the six-week evidence-based program: Powerful Tools for Caregivers is sharing tools and skills for caregivers to implement in their practices.
This year’s topic, Cancer in the Age of Biotechnology, will be discussed in an online format through a mix of expert lectures, audience engagement and breakout sessions.
The University Archives at Minnesota State University, Mankato is working on a COVID-19 community history project and is asking the community for help in sharing their experiences.
Twelve students are signed up for the camp, which helps students learn more about the American Indian culture. The camp kicked off last week and is underway again beginning today through Thursday. Due to COVID-19, the instructors were forced to adapt to a virtual format.
The designation means that a town recognizes the sacrifice of people who have served their country in the armed forces, particularly those who are recipients of the Purple Heart.
A news release from the organization says the funds will be used to continue to support and enhance its work related to its mission of eliminating racism and empowering women.
Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging, Inc. announced Monday it has awarded a total of $100,000 to 23 area organizations to help them continue to serve older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To celebrate Juneteeth, the Greater Mankato Diversity Council will hold a Freedom March on Saturday starting on the North Mankato side of the Veteran’s Memorial Bridge.
The donation was part of the broadband and business communication provider’s efforts to support individuals and families affected by COVID-19 in the communities it serves.
Birria Tacos has been serving hungry customers since early May and the co-owners Pierre Sadaka and Alberto Lara say they’re offering Mankato their own rendition of authentic Mexican cuisine.
Sen. Nick Frentz hosted a virtual town hall Wednesday with state representatives and city officials to discuss racial equity and racial justice issues.
The arts center adopted a COVID-19 preparedness plan and is creating a more spacious gallery for works to be viewed safely. The gallery also includes signage to encourage social distancing and a guide on-staff to direct gallery viewers.
This socially distanced event allowed some community members to enjoy a front-row seat under a shade tree, while others rolled down memory lane from the comfort of their room windows.
Mankato Area Public Schools’ Community Education and Recreation Department announced Tuesday it has canceled the “Movies Under the Stars” event due to COVID-19 concerns.
The Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office says the motorcycle Matt and Nicki Dummer were on struck a deer around 9:00 Saturday night in rural Nicollet County.
Rec N’ Read, which is a part of Camp Maverick, takes place from June 8 through June 26. This three-week excursion helps children who have struggled with reading, writing and literacy grow their craft.
Jim Golgart served Le Sueur County veterans for 20 years and touched the lives of many in his community. One of those veterans traveled all the way from Fargo to surprise him.
Downloading an app will lead participants to various spots throughout the community. Those who complete the 25 locations, will be entered into a drawing for a cash prize.
Community members and leaders who are a part of the formation of a National Association of Advancement for Colored People Mankato chapter gathered at Riverfront Park on Thursday.
Some of those staff and teachers have worked in the district for over 30 years and among some of the retirees is superintendent Tom Lee and high school principal Jeanne Swanson.
Jennifer and Richmond Clark, owners of Northside Hair Co. in lower North Mankato are collecting donations to support the Twin Cities community after the destruction caused last week.
Crowd chanted, held signs and listened to speakers at Alexander Park, protesting the death of George Floyd and others that lost their lives in the hands of police.
