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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Mankato. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Craig and Elizabeth Fischer and their family run Sleepy Bison Acres in Sleepy Eye — a family operation with 100 bison — and will be honored as a Farm Family of the Year by the University of Minnesota in Brown County on Aug. 7. The farm also hosts educational events and sells bison products at local markets to share modern farming techniques while honoring local traditions. Mankato Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 82-year-old man from Le Sueur died after the side-by-side utility vehicle he was driving collided with a Toyota Camry at an intersection between Le Sueur and Le Center on Tuesday afternoon at 4 p.m.—authorities said lifesaving efforts were made at the scene before he was pronounced dead and the crash remains under investigation. Mankato Free Press
- ➤ On Tuesday around 4:00 p.m., a fatal crash occurred at the intersection of Le Sueur County Road 15 and Le Sueur Creek Road in Sharon Township when a Toyota Camry driven by a 16-year-old from Le Sueur collided with a John Deere side-by-side that ejected 82-year-old Allen Gregory Wilmes, who was pronounced dead—emergency crews and state patrol are investigating. KEYC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greater Mankato Growth announced its business unit is being rebranded as Downtown Partnership of Mankato/North Mankato—this change will reflect a new geographic focus and renewed commitment to downtown revitalization. The rebrand will roll out later this month and continue the group's work on key areas like Belgrade Avenue—Old Town—City Center and South Front Street. Mankato Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ More than 200 Model T Ford owners took part in a tour that moved from Sibley Park to Jack McGowan's farm and Minneopa State Park in Mankato yesterday. They will head to Farmamerica in Waseca today at 12:30 p.m.—a special presentation marks the next stop on the tour. Mankato Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Free Press Photo Editor Casey Ek and reporter Ethan Becker hosted the latest FreepCast episode where Becker talked about his first month covering local government meetings—he also reported that Model T Ford enthusiasts are gathering in town as part of an international event. Mankato Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Full Spectrum is a local autism clinic in Mankato addressing care gaps by offering child-led Applied Behavior Analysis and multilingual support for families. The clinic will host an open house on August 2 from noon to 5 (at 1821 Bassett Drive) to connect families with available resources. KEYC
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Hairball Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Vetter Stone Amphitheater — Ticket prices from $52 — Get ready for an electrifying performance by Hairball in Mankato's premier outdoor venue.
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