The Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota has received a transformational $4 million commitment in support of its upcoming expansion, marking the single largest gift in the Museum’s history and a [...]

After more than three decades of serving up treats, memories and community connections, the Galli family is officially passing the torch at the iconic Dairy Queen West in Mankato. Current [...]

The City of Mankato is preparing for another summer of fun and accessibility as Kato Go Play returns Monday, May 11, offering free transportation for youth ages 18 and under [...]

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) recently awarded 26,797 children’s books to 75 organizations through its Early Literacy Grant Program, impacting 31,543 children in its 20-county region. This grant supports early literacy efforts that enhance school readiness for children birth to age eight by providing children with books. The [...]

The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA) has voluntarily dismissed its lawsuit challenging the City of North Mankato’s Industrial Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR). The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB) [...]

Question: In my community and on my daily commute I encounter two roundabouts each morning, others that I work with will encounter three roundabouts in less than five minutes. Please [...]

Loyola Catholic School is pleased to announce the appointment of Jesse D. Hicks as the school’s next President and Chief Advancement Officer (CAO), bringing to the role nearly two decades [...]

On May 8, 2026, at 10:14 PM, Lafayette ambulance was requested at 780 Main Avenue in the City of Lafayette for an adult patient with a wound on the back [...]

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) awarded 508 gallons of paint for 17 projects across its 20-county region through its Paint the Town Grant Program. This program is designed to engage volunteers and build collaborative efforts that beautify communities through painting community murals, community welcome signs, historic structures or [...]

The North Mankato Firefighters Relief Association is excited to announce the department has been awarded a $10,000 One For All grant from Proper No. Twelve. The funding will be used [...]