Good morning, Mankato.

A Mapleton man, Troy Blaine Almhjeld, has been charged with second degree murder in the death of his 71-year-old father, Blaine Lars Almhjeld, after his vehicle left the road on Highway 22 just after 2:00 a.m. Tuesday and police later found his father with severe injuries including stab wounds — he then surrendered to officers near his Mapleton apartment.

U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith announced a $5 million federal grant to help southern Minnesota repair roads and bridges damaged by summer 2024 floods and the failure of the historic Rapidan Dam in Blue Earth County—County Road 9’s bridge is among the structures set for replacement. Local and state officials will use the grant to improve travel safety and support long-term recovery efforts.

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety warned residents today not to pay any texts claiming to be from the DMV that request immediate payment for unpaid tickets—these fake messages may lead to suspended driving privileges or lost registrations.

Some residents reported getting multiple messages and are advised not to click links and to call DVS at 651 296 2940 if they have concerns.

A new law from the Minnesota DNR requires boaters to pass an online safety course before operating a boat starting July 1—first for those born after June 30 and later expanding to others in the coming years, officials said.

Lewis Lofts at 209 Dewey Lane in Mankato is now complete and offers 64 affordable units for seniors with rents as low as $475 a month.

The four-story building features one and two bedroom apartments with energy efficient appliances and amenities such as a fitness center and parcel lockers — the $17.5 million project welcomed its first residents in April.

Mankato East baseball team won the Section 2AAA title with a 6-3 victory over Mankato West on June 5th & will compete in the Class AAA state tournament later.

The Mankato East softball team battled Chisago Lakes in the Class AAA state tournament on June 5 — they secured third place in the event.

Maple River baseball beat LCWM 6-3 last night in the Section 2AA championship game — and they will compete in the Class AA state tournament starting Wednesday, June 11th.

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.

Monthly Meetup - GitOps and GitHub Actions

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Mogwai Collaborative — Free entry — Engage in hands-on workshops on web development and cybersecurity for software enthusiasts.

Eau Claire Express at Mankato MoonDogs

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup while supporting a charitable cause.

BECHS History Book Club Spring Series

1-2 p.m. — Blue Earth County Historical Society — $50 — Explore the story of the Knights and the Ho-Chunk in a guided book discussion on local history.