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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Since its launch on July 7, the Mankato Area Foundation’s new Giving for Good Catalog has linked donors with over 50 featured nonprofits (Blue Earth and Nicollet counties) and donations are trickling in during summer's slow fundraising season. The catalog runs until Aug. 8 and supports groups like Good Counsel Learning Center and the Mankato Symphony Orchestra by channeling funds directly to vital community projects. Mankato Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash between a Dodge Ram 3500 from Garden City and a Triumph Thruxton motorcycle from Mankato in Blue Earth County led to one fatality Thursday afternoon—official details including names will be released on Friday by 6 p.m. Mankato Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a flood wiped out its crop last year, Anderson Truck Farm reopens today with fresh sweet corn — the family spent months clearing debris and replanting fields after floodwaters hit following a broken dam. Local customers can buy the corn from trucks set up at the Rhapsody Music parking lot in Mankato — the farm plans to expand its produce selection soon. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ Since April, construction crews have been rebuilding Highway 60 in Lake Crystal, and business owners must adjust to detour routes and changing traffic conditions—Blackhawk Equipment has shifted most operations online and coordinates daily with crews—as work is expected to finish in October. KEYC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mankato man, Anthony Paris Wilson (29), was charged with three counts of illicit sexual communication and conduct with a minor under 16 after his probation officer found child sexual abuse material on his phone, and a recorded video call (Oct. 20th, 2022) showed he engaged with the minor who said he considered her his girlfriend, with a previous conviction in February 2023. Mankato Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MANKATO — Some University of Minnesota Extension staff have faced job risks due to potential federal funding cuts, which could affect local programs as officials work on a plan. Mankato Free Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Waterville defeated North Mankato 4—2 at ISG Field as both teams posted strong defensive plays in the first two innings. KEYC
- ➤ Minnesota State men’s hockey wrapped last season with a 27-9-3 record, and head coach Luke Strand discussed offseason plans on Maverick Insider. The team will begin non-conference play in October + focus on building on last season’s strong performance. KEYC
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mankato Ribfest with Chris Janson
Thursday, Jul 31st — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Kick off the long holiday weekend with Chris Janson and his chart-topping hits.
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Hosanna Golf Outing
12 p.m. — North Links Golf Course and Driving Range — $400 per team — Test your skills in a 4-person scramble to support the Hosanna Music Ministry.
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Andy Grammer's Monster Tour
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Ticket sales start March 21 — Experience the energetic performance of Andy Grammer live in Mankato.
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