Good morning, Mankato.

A 54-year-old man from Gibbon died early Friday morning when he was struck by a southbound Chevy Colorado on Sibley County Road 2 just south of Gibbon, with driver Timothy John Albrecht (47) involved and authorities investigating the crash.

On Thursday at 3:26 p.m., the Minnesota State Patrol released the names of Steven Thomas Raymond, a 72-year-old motorcyclist, and Richard Glenn Miller, a 52-year-old driver from Garden City after a fatal crash south of Mankato on Stoltzman Road and Blue Earth County Road 90—Raymond, who wore a helmet on his Triumph Thruxton, died when his motorcycle collided with Miller’s Dodge Ram while Miller remained uninjured amid dry pavement and no alcohol involvement.

Today, the Michigan-based Starling Shakespeare Company returns to Mankato for a free performance of Comedy of Errors at 6 p.m. at the Schwickert Bandshell in Sibley Park—featuring puppets, a nearby petting zoo and a roughly 90 minute show for all ages.

Bruce Frank Field in Le Sueur is getting a makeover for the 2027 American Legion Division II tournament.

The renovations — funded by over $160,000 raised from private donors and the city budget — include new turf, a resodded infield, removal of the old press box and plans for a party deck for viewers.

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.

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.

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.

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.