Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
Good morning, Mankato.
The Nicollet County Historical Society offers guided tours at the Treaty Site History Center for the 1851 Treaty of Traverse des Sioux.
Tours run June 9, 27, July 21, 25, and August 4, 22 at $5 per person with 20 spots available, free for members.
Twin Rivers Council for the Arts is launching CityArt in the Alley (a four-event summer series) starting Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the alley behind NaKato Bar & Grill to bring interactive art, live music, and hands-on workshops to Lower North Mankato during the Belgrade Avenue reconstruction.
Ag Education Day returns Saturday, May 30 from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota & 224 Lamm St, offering free hands on agriculture experiences including a combine simulator, truck wash and animal interactions for children and caregivers.
Blue Earth County Board held a work session Tuesday to review plans for removing the Rapidan Dam, detailing three restoration alternatives.
County officials expect to complete the design phase within 18 months and estimated project costs range ($37 million to $53 million).
MnDOT crews will repair storm damage on the Veterans Memorial Bridge in North Mankato over the next week following a delay from Memorial Day weekend — additional details about the damage will be provided soon.
Teams advancing in Tuesday's Section softball games will face opponents in Thursday's championships: United South Central plays Martin County West in 2A; Le Sueur-Henderson meets LCWM in 2AA; and St. Peter takes on Mankato East in 2AAA.
Each team needs two wins to reach state.
Brit Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Tickets required — Experience the world's premier Pink Floyd tribute in a celebration of iconic rock albums.
Interactive Training Series in Mankato
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Cemstone Supply — Free entry — Meet experts and explore top hardscape solutions with exclusive event pricing.
BENCHS Plant Sale
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society — Donations welcomed — Find beautiful plants while supporting animals in need.
Great Northern Viking Festival
3:30 p.m. — ISG Field — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Viking culture with music, storytelling, and delicious food.
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