Good morning, Mankato.

Two years ago, local residents watched Rapidan Dam fail after high water on the Blue Earth River caused flooding that led to the demolition of the century-old Dam Store and forced the Hruska family to move their business downtown—an event that remains a lasting part of local history.

Organizers will host North Mankato Fun Days, a festival from July 8-12 at Wheeler Park.

The event features carnival rides, a parade with 85 units, live music, a market, and sports events, and visitors should plan for traffic delays due to nearby bridge construction (Veterans Memorial Bridge).

South Central College held its inaugural transfer student signing day Tuesday, where 20 students signed letters of intent to begin bachelor’s studies in one of ten specific transfer programs, and advising will be provided for other majors (ensuring a smooth transition to a four-year institution).

Prospective college students can explore free application events, open houses, and campus tours during Minnesota State Week at 33 public colleges including South Central College (SCC) and Minnesota State University, with activities ending Friday.

Minneopa State Park's bison herd has grown from 9 in 2015 to 28 today after a decade of conservation work to restore native prairie conditions.

Visitors can see the bison on the park's trail, which is open daily except Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. for a $7 fee.

Oak Terrace Senior Living Communities and Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership finalized an agreement to transform Notre Dame Hall at Good Counsel campus into an assisted living and memory care facility to meet local needs, with design work underway though no opening date is set.

Mankato United is wrapping up its WPSL season with a 3–4 record and will play a friendly on Friday, June 26 before its season finale on Sunday, June 28, giving local fans a chance to enjoy competitive soccer action.

DCI: Drum Corps International

5:30-10 p.m. — Blakeslee Stadium — All Sales Final — Experience thrilling performances from elite drum corps at this exciting community event.

Billy Currington Concert

7 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheatre — Tickets available — Enjoy live country music under the stars with Billy Currington.

Lee Brice Concert

7:30 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Country music superstar Lee Brice brings his hit-making voice to Mankato with new singles and fan favorites.