People Stories

Of all the amazing things that make up our region, the most amazing of all are the people! Of all the things we want to write about, our highest priority is to write about the folks doing creative things. Let us introduce you to just a few of your neighbors in these Greater Mankato Area people stories!

Turkish Stringed Instrument

Greg Herriges “Whirled Music” at MSU January 22nd

Cross-cultural musician, Greg Herriges and his band, StellaRoma, will be performing at the MSU Elias J. Halling Recital Hall on January 22nd at 7:30 pm.
Art Gallery

OmniMatter Pop-Up Art Shows

Mankato artist, Abby Daleki dreamed up the idea for the OmniMatter Pop-Up show. The latest edition is on Sunday, January 13th at the Mankato Makerspace.
Photo by Don Lipps - Nicollet Bike Shop - Mankato, MN

Justin & Jenna Rinehart — Growing Greater Mankato’s Biking Community

Justin and Jenna Rinehart, owners of Nicollet Bike Shop in Mankato are busy growing and serving the region's cycling community.
Collaborative art - Mankato, MN

Melissa Ketchum and the Twin Rivers Movers + Shakers

Melissa Ketchum was impressed with the vibrant art community when she moved to Mankato but hoped to see it become more collaborative.
Writer - Mankato, MN

Local Author Allen Eskens to Speak at Taylor Library

Bestselling local author, Allen Eskens is speaking at the North Mankato Taylor Library on December 13th
Arizona Olive Oil - Mankato, MN

Lisa Phillips — Nothing but Blue Skye

Lisa Philips of Mankato has her hands full with ventures including Blue Skye Farms and Arizona Olive Oil Company.
Photo by Don Lipps - A small selection of the fabric at River City Quilts - Mankato, MN

New Life for a Beloved Shop — River City Quilts

Laurel Ballman is breathing new life into River City Quilts in Old Town Mankato
Photo by Don Lipps - Bumbelou - Mankato, MN

Bumbelou — The New Face of Manufacturing Right Here in Old Town

Bumbelou in Old Town Mankato is producing small batches of high-quality, hand made children's clothes that are being well-received well beyond the local region.
Healing Art - Mankato, MN

Inspiration to Keep On! – Stories of Healing Through the Arts

Twin Rivers Movers + Shakers will host Stories of Healing Through the Arts on Monday, November 12th at Twin Rivers Council for the Arts
Yoga - Mankato, MN

Stacy K’s Old Town Guide – Sun Moon Yoga Weekend

Stacy K gives us a peek at how she manages tension in her life and introduces us to Sun Moon Yoga in Mankato