Good morning, Mankato.

Mankato martial arts instructor Tim Flynn of Kato Karate celebrated the 100th episode of his Breaking Bullying podcast during National Bullying Prevention Month this October and shared tips on identifying bullying behaviors and guiding parents in building children's confidence.

Destiny Owens was named executive director of the Greater Mankato Diversity Council on Sept.

21. A local leader with extensive consulting experience, she aims to partner with community groups to expand inclusion programs — her appointment shows both tenacity and vision.

Mending Spirits Animal Rescue will host its second annual Second Chance Prom fundraiser today at 7 at Sky One Eleven, with tickets at $60, silent auctions, pet meet and greets, and a best-dressed award.

Organizers are also seeking cat fosters and volunteers to support the rescue’s work.

Mankato Area Public Schools will host an open house at Mankato West High School on Oct.

12 from 10 a.m. to noon and 6 to 8 p.m., offering visitors a look at updated learning spaces, a secure entrance, and other improvements funded by the 2023 bond investment.

Students from local high schools took a field trip to Minneopa State Park on Wednesday and Thursday, where they learned about bison, fish, and native plants during free, hands-on lessons organized by Minnesota State University and the state DNR (linking classroom science to nature).

John Ireland Catholic School celebrates its centennial this Saturday with an open house from 2 to 3:45 p.m., a mass at 4 and dinner + cocktails at 5 at 1801 Broadway Ave in St. Peter.

Truman Public School is finishing its $13.8 million renovation project after an 8-week extension allowed the district to move lower elementary classes to the high school so fall repairs continue + officials plan to complete improvements by early November before teachers return to renovated classrooms in December.

City leaders are reviewing a plan to remove one lane on Stoltzman Road between Pleasant Street & Riverfront Drive next year to create a trail that would improve pedestrian access for West High School and local businesses as community input continues at upcoming events.

The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging urges older adults and family members to take simple steps+ such as home modifications, hydration, and strength exercises to reduce fall risks as Medicare open enrollment begins Oct.

15 with free, unbiased support available.

Fidium Fiber has listed its 71,861 sqft downtown property for sale to align with current operational needs, scaling down network operations to (8,000 sqft) while retaining essential equipment.

The sale includes a historic 28,000 sqft office built in 1963 that offers investors immediate cash flow potential.

Mankato East girls swim and dive beat Winona 94-84 on Thursday night as Kamille Andresen clocked 2:03.05 in the 200-yard freestyle and helped secure the 200-yard medley relay win (Oct.

1).

The unbeaten Minnesota State football team will face Concordia-St. Paul for its homecoming game this weekend (the team remains undefeated), while former MSU midfielder Aubrey Bahl will join the program to discuss the women's soccer team's start and men's hockey will host an exhibition game against Manitoba.

The local Loyola volleyball team won 3-1 against Nicollet on Thursday night, Oct.

1 in Mankato, marking a strong performance in local sports. The win boosts the team's confidence ahead of upcoming matches.

Mankato West boys soccer lost 5-1 to Winona on Thursday at their home field.

The Winhawks secured the win with a strong performance that energized local fans.