Mankato Local News – Monday, May 4th, 2026

Daily Mankato

Monday, May 4th, 2026

Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ MSU professor Elizabeth Sandell, whose service learning program (connecting nearly 250 students to local nonprofits) boosted community partnerships, is retiring in August after teaching summer online; local agencies and school officials worry about replacing her unique role. Mankato Free Press

MANKATO EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

Brit Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute

8-9:30 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Tickets required — Experience the world's premier Pink Floyd tribute in a celebration of iconic rock albums.

Sat, 5/30/26

Saturday, May 30th, 2026
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Interactive Training Series in Mankato

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Cemstone Supply — Free entry — Meet experts and explore top hardscape solutions with exclusive event pricing.

Wed, 6/3/26

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
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MANKATO REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

MANKATO JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

MANKATO ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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