Good morning, Mankato.

Mankato native Richard Miller—aged 93—traveled to Omaha on July 1 to attend a ceremony honoring his late WWII veteran brother, Joseph, who died in battle in 1944.

His daughter Linda said his participation brought him important closure after many years of staying in Mankato.

Police are awaiting lab results from a crash last week when 60 year old Susanne Renee Stephens Moe hit trees near Minneopa Golf Course at 6:30 p.m.+ off-duty responders rescued her from a burning car and took her to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries while authorities check for alcohol involvement.

The St. Peter Police Department released the name of Courtney Rose Kleschult—who died on Feb.

23 from an accidental overdose due to fentanyl and cocaine toxicity—and linked her death to her boyfriend Eli Phillip Brunner of Mankato, who was charged with narcotics distribution.

Former Mankato Symphony Orchestra conductor Ken Freed died on June 29 after starting a sprint triathlon, and his memorial was held Sunday at Temple Israel in Minneapolis.

He led the orchestra for 12 seasons—introducing new music programs like See Play Hear—and colleagues say his love for music will guide future concerts.

Construction began in March at Mankato West High School to redesign its entrances and add classroom space—funded by a referendum passed in 2023, the school will open this fall while the back parking lot near the YMCA remains closed for the year.

On Monday, a crew worked at Mankato West High School as part of a reconstruction effort—approved by voters—to give students a safer, modern building that will be completed in 2027.

A flood warning remained in effect for the Minnesota River at New Ulm where minor flooding occurred and the river crested at 801.3 feet on Monday.

North Mankato City Council unanimously approved the alternative urban areawide review for a potential 4 million square foot development site on Monday—public commenters questioned the review’s lack of clarity about a possible data center and raised environmental concerns.

The 80-page report from Kimley-Horn outlines two buildout scenarios, more than 30 required permits, and notes that initial construction is projected to begin in 2026 or 2027.

Wynonna Judd Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of powerful country music with Wynonna Judd.

Nitro-X Summer Camp

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Minnesota State University, Mankato — Registration required — Engage in hands-on activities exploring careers in transportation through RC car racing and teamwork.

Warren Zeiders Concert

7-9 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Ticket sales begin February 21 — Experience Warren Zeiders live as part of The Relapse Tour.

Mankato Habaneros vs. Wausau Ignite

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the live action as the Mankato Habaneros take on the Wausau Ignite in an exciting softball showdown.

Wausau Softball vs. Mankato Habaneros

5:05-6:35 PM — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting double-header of softball action at ISG Field.

Minot Honeybees vs Mankato Habaneros

5:05-6:35 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game while supporting a good cause.

Thunder Bay Border Cats at Mankato MoonDogs

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball matchup under the evening sky.

2025 Celebration of Agriculture

4-9 p.m. — ISG Field — Free entry — Celebrate the strength and innovation of the agriculture community while enjoying a game with the Mankato MoonDogs.

Bismarck Larks vs. Mankato MoonDogs Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — ISG Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between Bismarck Larks and Mankato MoonDogs live on the field.

United Way Campaign Kickoff: Game Show Edition

12-1 p.m. — Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center — Free event — Test your knowledge in a fun game show format while enjoying lunch and competing for cool prizes.