Good morning, Mankato.

The final New Ulm Farmers’ Market Farm-to-Fun Day offers live music, a bounce house + kids’ games on Saturday, Sept.

12 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 in New Ulm. Local vendors will continue at the market on following Saturdays until Oct. 10.

Last week, CADA closed its St. Peter location as part of a plan to consolidate services with larger teams due to rising digital appointments; staff and clients were moved to offices in New Ulm, Waseca, Fairmont and Mankato.

Paul Renshaw, who co-founded the Fair Trade Town Initiative and united local faith communities with global producers, died June 15 in Washington, D.C.

His international experience plus personal meetings over tea and cookies sparked community efforts that continue to influence fair trade education in Mankato.

Hey By George! reopened its 24-hour pumpkin stands in Mankato, Eagle Lake and Madelia on Friday, Aug.

28 for the fall season, operating until the first weekend of November. The business serves about 50,000 visitors yearly and is seeking five seasonal workers.

Today, the 2026 Minnesota State Fair is underway and visitors can try new foods, drinks and attractions at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Local vendors offer unique treats for both first-timers and regular fairgoers.

MVL football will kick off its comeback season on Sept.

3 at 7 p.m. against Minneota, aiming to build on last year's performance.