Good morning, Mankato.

Area residents observing Ramadan invite community members to join a free Iftar meal at Wisdom House of Mankato at 7:35 p.m. Saturday at 222 E.

Walnut St.—a 6:30 p.m. program will provide information on fasting, prayer and Ramadan traditions.

A public meeting is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Pioneer Bank (1450 Adams St) to discuss the future of the Our Lady of Good Counsel campus.

Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership, which recently entered a purchase agreement for the campus with the School Sisters of Notre Dame Pacific Province, will gather community input on redevelopment plans.

Mankato Department of Public Safety reported a house fire at 105 Chatsworth Drive on Wednesday that caused damage expected to exceed $300,000+emergency crews responded after a 911 call from Mankato East High School and quickly extinguished heavy flames from a second-story window+no one was injured.

Michael Lee Miller (28) was charged with 2nd degree murder with intent after fatally stabbing Kwik Trip employee Dennis Vosika (34) at the Madison Avenue store early Tuesday morning.

South Central College held a Health Sciences Open House at its North Mankato campus on Wednesday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. (Visitors took self-guided tours, met faculty, and received information on 12 health sciences programs, financial aid, and college applications.)

MnDOT will hold an open house on April 1 (4-6 p.m.) at Lake Crystal City Hall to discuss plans for reconstructing Highway 60 from Blue Earth County Road 20 to Blue Earth County Road 112 and making utility and bridge repairs.

Construction will begin in mid-to-late April and continue until fall as traffic detours are implemented.

A meeting at the Blue Earth County Historical Society in Mankato on Tuesday night drew about 30 people who heard that deep Medicaid cuts being considered in Washington could hurt kids, seniors, and those with disabilities.

Lawmakers and health care leaders warned that these cuts may force hospitals to shoulder more costs — a challenge for local providers.

The Mankato East boys basketball team won its quarterfinal against St. Paul Harding—opening a strong run in the Class AAA state tournament.

The team looks to build on its victory in upcoming games.

Mankato's Largest Kids' Consignment Sale

The Munchkin Markets Spring Consignment Sale offers deep discounts on gently used children's clothing, toys, and gear at Country Inn & Suites in Mankato.

Spring Fling Craft Show

10 AM – 8 PM — River Hills Mall — Free admission — Discover a variety of handmade products and unique gifts from local vendors at this vibrant spring shopping event.

Spring Fling Craft Show at River Hills Mall

The Spring Fling Craft Show showcases an array of handmade products and unique gifts from local vendors over a three-day period.

Real Estate Meetup in Mankato

6-8 p.m. — Crooked Pint Ale House — Free entry — Discuss real estate with local experts and network with fellow investors.

Dual-ing Pianos with Scottie Miller & Tom Hunter

11 AM – 3 PM — Centennial Student Union — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dueling talents of acclaimed pianists Scottie Miller and Tom Hunter in an entertaining musical showdown.

Spring Fling Craft Show

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — River Hills Mall — Free admission — Explore a vibrant array of handmade products, unique gifts, and local vendors at this spring shopping event.

Natural Healing Expo

10 AM – 4 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center — Ticket required — Explore organic approaches to healing for body, mind, and spirit at this holistic conference.

Spring Fling Craft Show

10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — River Hills Mall — Free admission — Discover a vibrant marketplace filled with handmade goods and local treasures this spring.

Maverick Conference on Financial Success

11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Centennial Student Union — Free entry — Learn from experts in Agribusiness and personal finance education at this informative conference.

North Mankato Taylor Library Annual Egg Hunt

9-11 a.m. — North Mankato Taylor Library — Registration required — Enjoy an exciting egg hunt for kids and meet the Easter Bunny!