Good morning, Mankato.

Ahead of this weekend's stream trout opener at St. Peter Trout Ponds, the DNR is stocking local waterways with over 5,000 rainbow trout (1,500 on Thursday) to offer a put-and-take fishery in south-central Minnesota.

The season opens this weekend while other areas open later.

Mental health therapist Laura Pierson at Journeys Toward Healing Counseling Center has organized a Community Art Competition for Mental Health Awareness Month.

The contest is open to clients, students and community members, with wall-ready entries due by May 23, public voting from May 24-30 and winners announced May 31.

Friends of the Deep Valley Libraries is hosting a spring book sale at the Blue Earth County Library garage today with books available for $1 and volunteer shifts offered in two-hour sessions.

The sale continues until Saturday, helping support library programs.

Seoul Foods will relocate to Bridge Plaza by June to double its space to around 2,400 to 2,700 sqft for a deli and more ethnic groceries.

Owner Sook Nam said the store thrived by meeting local demand — Brennan Properties helped with the move.

Greater Mankato Growth will host Songs on the Lawn starting Thursday, June 4 at downtown City Center’s lunch hour.

The free event features local bands, food vendors, and free parking (at the Civic Center and Cherry Street ramps) every Thursday in June.

A historic organ will be featured at Good Counsel Chapel during the free Let the Pipes Sing event this Saturday at 4 p.m. Organized by the Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership, the event will offer a brief concert and share the instrument's history and preservation efforts.

On Wednesday, electricians from Hunt Electric began replacing modern street lights in Old Town with retro-style lamps after an installation oversight, as part of a city-approved $800,000 upgrade for the business district.

The new lights aim to match the area’s classic vibe.

The West baseball team won 6-0 against Northfield in their home opener on Thursday evening.

They will face Owatonna in a doubleheader on Saturday, with game one starting at 10 a.m.

The Mankato East softball team defeated Winona 13-3 on Thursday evening and will face Rochester John-Marshall in a doubleheader on Saturday starting at 12 p.m.

Returning All-American Elise Jensen said she has high expectations for MSU track and field after a strong performance at the Stomper Open.

She expects the team to build on this start as the outdoor season continues.

Free Oral Cancer Screenings in Mankato & Rochester

In honor of Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, Southeastern Minnesota Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery will offer free oral cancer screenings on April 16 from 2 pm to 4 pm at: 2519 Commerce Drive NW, Suite 110, Rochester, Minn., 55901; and 1410 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Minn., 56001. To participate, arrive at one of the clinics during the designated times and ask for a free cancer screening.

Toy Stories on Ice

7-9 p.m. — All Seasons Arena — $10 adult, $5 youth/senior/student — Experience a charming retelling of Toy Story featuring local skaters portraying beloved characters.

Toy Stories on Ice – 51st Annual Ice Show

7-9 p.m. — All Seasons Arena — $10 adult, $5 youth/senior/student — Experience the beloved characters of Toy Story brought to life through local figure skating talents.

Micro Wrestling Federation Show

7-10 p.m. — Kato Ballroom — All-ages show — Experience thrilling micro wrestling action with body slams, brawls, and the chance to meet the wrestlers post-event.