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Mankato Today
By the People, for the People
Mankato Foundation Highlights Local Lifestyle Magazines
Natasha Weis of Luxe Quarterlies discusses her publications with Mankato Area Foundation's Maureen Gustafson.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:38pm
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Mankato's thriving local media landscape celebrates the community's culture, businesses, and residents through a diverse array of specialized lifestyle magazines.Mankato TodayMaureen Gustafson, representing the Mankato Area Foundation, appeared on the local radio program 'Talk of the Town' to discuss the region's lifestyle and community-focused publications. She was joined by Natasha Weis, the founder of Luxe Quarterlies, who provided an overview of her various magazines including River Valley Woman, North Kato, and Mankato Clinic Thrives.
Why it matters
Mankato's thriving local media landscape, including specialized lifestyle magazines, reflects the community's commitment to celebrating its culture, businesses, and residents. These publications help foster a sense of local pride and engagement.
The details
Natasha Weis, the founder of Luxe Quarterlies, discussed her portfolio of Mankato-area lifestyle magazines. This includes River Valley Woman, which focuses on women's interests, North Kato, a general interest publication, and Mankato Clinic Thrives, which highlights the local healthcare community.
- The radio interview took place on April 13, 2026.
The players
Maureen Gustafson
A representative of the Mankato Area Foundation, a local nonprofit organization that supports community initiatives.
Natasha Weis
The founder of Luxe Quarterlies, a publisher of several lifestyle magazines focused on the Mankato, Minnesota region.
What they’re saying
“Mankato's thriving local media landscape, including specialized lifestyle magazines, reflects the community's commitment to celebrating its culture, businesses, and residents.”
— Maureen Gustafson, Mankato Area Foundation Representative
The takeaway
Mankato's diverse array of community-focused publications, from women's magazines to healthcare spotlights, demonstrates the city's vibrant local identity and the power of hyper-local media to bring people together.
