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Concentra Acquires Four Minnesota Occupational Health Centers, Expanding Statewide Network To 10 Locations
Concentra has acquired four Minnesota Occupational Health medical centers in the Twin Cities, expanding its statewide network to 10 occupational health centers. The acquired centers are located in Coon Rapids, Eagan, St. Paul and Shakopee. Beginning August 17, the locations will operate under the Concentra brand while continuing to serve...
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Mankato Eye Doctors new surgical suite hopes to make eye surgery faster and more accessible
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Mankato Eye Doctors Surgical Suite held its grand opening on Thursday, Aug. 6, and since the facility opened, eye surgeons say feedback from patients has been largely positive. “We’ve already had several positive comments by patients that say we can walk 20 feet to come in...
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Madelia EDA Gives Historic $3M loan to Madelia Health
MADELIA, Minn. (KEYC) - The Madelia Economic Development Authority (EDA) just gave $3 million, the largest loan in its history on Friday, Aug. 7, to Madelia Health to help the hospital manage an ongoing cashflow problem. The EDA said its previous largest loan was $160,000 in 2023 to help build...
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Madelia EDA approves $3 million loan to support Madelia Health
MADELIA, Minn. (KEYC) - The Madelia Economic Development Authority board voted Tuesday to approve a $3 million loan to Madelia Health, as rural hospitals across Minnesota face growing financial pressure. City leaders say the decision reflects the hospital’s critical role in the local and regional economy. “Madelia Health isn’t...
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‘A space for the entire community’: New Lifeworks Center for Disability Inclusion opens in Mankato
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - LifeWorks Services opened the brand-new Lifeworks Center for Disability Inclusion in Mankato. They serve nearly 150 clients across 75 counties to advance disability inclusion in local communities. President and CEO Gertrude Matemba-Mutasa described the new location as, “This is not just a space for people with...
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Freedom Home Care Names Erin Trevino Owatonna Branch Manager
MANKATO, Minn. (Aug. 3, 2026) — Freedom Home Care is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Trevino as Branch Manager of its Owatonna office. Erin brings more than 15 years of healthcare experience and a passion for helping individuals and families receive compassionate, personalized care that allows them to remain safe and independent at home.
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Former local hospital administrator retires
Carroll County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) announces the retirement of Chief Executive Officer Scott Thoreson, effective June 23, 2026, concluding five years of dedicated, forward-focused leadership that has strengthened the hospital and the community it serves. Thoreson joined CCMH in July 2021, bringing more than 26 years of rural healthcare leadership...
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Go Therapy to introduce physical therapy services
Many area families who have a child diagnosed with a developmental disability can understand the struggle of finding appropriate care. When it comes to specialized pediatric physical therapy, options in the region are especially limited, but Go Therapy in St. Peter is aiming to change that. Later this month, Go Therapy will be adding physical therapy services to its roster of treatment options for children and adults with developmental disorders and disabilities. The addition comes amid as the clinic has been experiencing a high demand for physical therapy services, needs that Go Therapy was unable to meet since the practice lost its previous physical therapist several years ago. Starting July 20, Go Therapy will be accepting appointments with a new physical therapist joining the staff. The new PT, a recent graduate, will be aided by a mentor with 20 years of experience in physical therapy, and will offer services to both youth and adults. The demand for treatment has been high. Already, the waitlist for physical therapy has grown to approximately 40 to 50 children. Go Therapy’s specialty is in treating patients with neurodevelopmental disorders, but co-owner Jenny Korteum said that treating the mind and body go hand-in-hand. “Movement impacts
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Willkommen: Oak Hills Completes Major Renovation
In the photo: Jon Bleick, Nuvera; Stephanie Sievert, Laura Buechner, Izzy Wittbrodt, and Rachal Becker, Oak Hills Living Center; Janet Mason, Rising Hope Counseling. The Willkommen Committee of the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce recently visited Oak Hills Living Center to celebrate the completion of its recent renovation and expansion project designed to enhance resident care and quality of life. Staff shared how the organization continues to invest in its campus and services. Recent improvements include updated resident rooms and bathrooms, major HVAC and electrical upgrades, redesigned kitchen spaces, and enhancements to rehabilitation areas. The renovations were completed with resident comfort, accessibility, and long-term sustainability in mind.
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Mankato Clinic lays off about 100 employees but says patient care won't be affected
Almost 100 employees of the physician-owned Mankato clinic were laid off on Tuesday, and the layoffs were effective immediately. None of the 12 Mankato Clinic locations will close, and none of its 200 physicians are being laid off. But the cuts affected most departments, including management and ancillary support staff like front desk receptionists and imaging staff. Mankato Clinic employed about 950 employees across all of its locations and departments prior to the layoffs.
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Former Operators of Healey Homes Indicted in Federal Court in Alleged Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Federal prosecutors have indicted two former operators of Healey Homes in Blue Earth, accusing them of carrying out a yearslong Medicaid fraud scheme that allegedly netted more than $22 million in improper reimbursements. Charles Wayne Healey and Katherin Suzan Larsen-Guthmiller face charges including conspiracy to commit health care fraud and...
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Fix-It Clinic scheduled for Saturday, June 20th.
MANKATO, MN – A Fix-It Clinic will be hosted at Mankato Makerspace, 1700 3rd Avenue, from 1-4 PM on Saturday, June 20th. Have a broken toaster, torn jacket, or glitchy lamp? Don’t toss it — bring it to the free Fix-It Clinic! You will get help from skilled volunteers who can assist with repairs and teach you hands-on DIY skills.
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Mankato Clinic Names Waldorf Native Brandon Janike as Chief Financial Officer
Former Revo Health executive returns home to help strengthen local healthcare across southern Minnesota. June 1, 2026 (MANKATO, Minn.) — Brandon Janike, who grew up on a family farm near Waldorf, Minn., has been named chief financial officer of Mankato Clinic, returning to southern Minnesota to help lead one of the region’s largest independent, physician-owned healthcare organizations.
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Willkommen: NUMC – New President & Providers
In the photo: Morgan Harpenau, New Ulm Dental Clinic; Marie Guggisberg, River Creek Nursery; Dr. Nneka Chukwu, Kirk Darling, Carisa Buegler, and Alicia Meinzer, New Ulm Medical Center; Maddie Ranweiler, Thrivent Financial – New Ulm Area Group. The Willkommen Committee of the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce recently...
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Congregations gather for health care vigil
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Church groups, healthcare workers and community members gather in front of River’s Edge Hospital in St. Peter Thursday for a day-long vigil for rural healthcare resources. “We believe that healthcare is a human right and it ought to be accessible to everybody,” said Mary Behrends,...