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Mankato
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, community advocates and cyclists gathered downtown for Bike to Work Day as part of Bike Month to promote safer cycling and active transportation. Additional events, including a Kids Bike Safety Rodeo at River's Edge Hospital, will continue later this month. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Mankato's Belgrade Avenue project is moving into its second phase scheduled to begin Monday between Range Street and Wall Street. Crews will complete remaining sidewalk work and start concrete pavement replacement while keeping part of the sidewalk open for pedestrians. Mankato Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Vasan Ramanuja of Mankato Clinic advises residents with allergy symptoms to keep windows closed and rinse hair before bedtime as pollen counts remain high. He also warns that those with frequent asthma symptoms using rescue inhalers should seek an allergist's care. Mankato Free Press
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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.
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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.
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BENCHS Plant Sale
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society — Donations welcomed — Find beautiful plants while supporting animals in need.
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Great Northern Viking Festival
3:30 p.m. — ISG Field — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Viking culture with music, storytelling, and delicious food.
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