The Local Stir – The Art of Accepting Help
Natasha Frost writes about the burden of trying to do everything yourself and the blessing of learning how to ask for help.
507 Business Life – 1 Million Cups
In her column 507 Business Life, Julie Fredrickson explores new perspectives on the Greater Mankato business community with a focus on the very small percentage of folks who take the leap to become entrepreneurs. This inaugural column introduces 1 Million Cups.
ARTchitecture – Security Apartments
The Security Apartments building in Mankato has been standing since 1894 but has seen significant changes over the years.
The Local Stir – Pressure Results In Great Menus!
Pressure can have a positive or negative impact. When looked at the right way, it can improve the work of a kitchen team - or any other kind of team!
The Local Stir – Diggin’ Roots, Shoots and Boots
Natasha Frost introduces the idea of Farm to Childcare as well as introducing some resources like Roots, Shoots and Boots
ARTchitecture – Grace Lutheran Church Mosaic
Mike Lagerquist provides some detail for a piece of public art that many of us drive by on a regular basis but few have taken the time to actually see.
The Local Stir – New Year, Happy You!
Nicole Lange reminds us that while it's good to take on new things for a new year, it's more important to be happy with ourselves
The Local Stir – Passion Required
Brigitte Rasmussen talks about one of the key requirements for cooking professionally in these week's installment of The Local Stir
The Local Stir – Soups Warm the Soul
Natasha Frost relates one of her family's holiday traditions centered on soup in this week's Local Stir.
The Local Stir – Supporting Indigenous Efforts
In this week's installment of The Local Stir, Natasha Frost talks about understanding the difficult local history of the interaction between settlers and Indigenous People as well as our responsibility to do what we can to bring about healing.