Good morning, Mankato.

Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Memorial will host an open house on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. near 811 S.

Broad St. to mark the replica’s 10th anniversary and the Civil War’s 160th anniversary while serving cake and lemonade, and if the weather worsens the event will move to the VFW building.

A Mankato woman, Tecorriea Ayler-Leak, 24, was charged with first-degree burglary, fourth-degree damage to property, unlawful force or violence, and assault after she broke into an apartment during an ongoing feud on May 23 (witnesses reported she kicked in the door, causing damage estimated at $120 and prompting a large group to storm the scene).

City officials and a consultant reviewed traffic and crash data in a Mankato hilltop neighborhood and found heavy cut-through traffic and high speeds on Marsh, Long, Dane and Dickinson streets.

The Hilltop Planning Area Study will propose fixes such as mini-roundabouts, improved crosswalks and speed-monitoring signs—measures expected to be finalized by July—aimed at reducing crashes and improving pedestrian safety.

Bravo Zulu House, the nation's first sober living home for veterans (PTSD), celebrated its grand opening Wednesday near Winnebago.

The 13-bed facility offers a hydroponic farm, canine companions and therapy services, with residents expected to move in this summer.

Mankato West baseball won the opening Section 2AAA tournament game with a 12-6 victory over Jordan on May 28 and will play again Saturday at Mueller Park.

Mankato United tied Shakopee 1-1 on May 28 after Maille Mathis scored the game tying goal + the team will host home matches on Friday and Sunday.

Mankato East baseball team won its Section 2AAA tournament opener against Worthington on May 28—head coach Degner picked up his 100th career win during the game.

The team will face a new opponent Saturday at 11:00 in New Ulm at Johnson Park.

Cake Concert

8-11 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Tickets start at $43 — Alternative rock band CAKE promises a high-energy show that fans won’t want to miss.

Mankato MoonDogs vs St. Cloud Rox Baseball Game

6:35-10:35 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of local baseball action while supporting a charitable cause.

St Cloud Rox vs Mankato MoonDogs Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball game between local teams under the summer sky.

Minnesota 52 Hike Challenge - National Trails Day Group Hike

10 AM – 1 PM — Minneopa State Park — $7 parking/admission — Celebrate National Trails Day with a fun group hike featuring bison education and trivia.

Alison Krauss & Union Station Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Tickets available soon — Experience a special evening with twenty-seven-time Grammy winner Alison Krauss and her band on their first tour in a decade.

Minot Honeybees vs. Mankato Habaneros Doubleheader

5:05-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting doubleheader featuring the Minot Honeybees taking on the Mankato Habaneros.

Badlands Big Sticks vs. Mankato MoonDogs

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling baseball showdown live in Mankato.

2025 American Indian Summer Camp

Jun 15-18 — Preska Residence Community — Free entry — Engage in cultural learning and college preparation activities designed for American Indian high school students.

Wausau Softball vs Mankato Habaneros

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Tickets available — Catch the Wausau Softball team face off against the Mankato Habaneros in a lively game at ISG Field.

Mankato Habaneros vs. Wausau Softball Match

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket pricing varies — Catch an exciting softball showdown between the Habaneros and Wausau.