Good morning, Mankato.

The Minnesota Valley Action Council/South Central Workforce Council received a $300,000 workforce grant from Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development to fund an On Ramp to Career Pathways project for adults seeking credentials — part of $17.3 million statewide workforce funding.

Nicollet County Health and Human Services released a Community Health Assessment that uses local surveys and listening sessions to highlight issues such as social isolation and youth mental health — officials will soon develop a community health improvement plan to address these challenges.

At Bravo Zulu House in Winnebago, a sober house for veterans with PTSD+alcohol abuse is providing peer support and housing for residents like Hunter Priest, who is rebuilding his life through recovery and local work; the program will expand with a women's veterans home in Mankato this spring.

Bemidji State Beavers vs Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Men's Basketball

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Centennial Student Union — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting matchup between the Beavers and Mavericks on the court.

Twins Caravan at Mankato Chevrolet

Noon–2 PM — Mankato Chevrolet — Free to attend — Enjoy lunch and meet special guests including Kris Atteberry.

Northern State Wolves vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Men's Basketball

5:30-7:10 p.m. — Taylor Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting men's basketball matchup live from Taylor Center.

Mavericks vs Cougars: Men's and Women's Doubleheader

5:30-7:05 p.m. — Centennial Student Union — VIP tickets available — Catch the thrilling match-up between the Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks and Sioux Falls Cougars in this highly anticipated doubleheader.

Minnesota Pork Congress

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Cost info not provided — Discover the latest in pork production and network with industry professionals.