Good morning, Mankato.

Mankato residents experienced flash floods Wednesday night when over 5 inches of rain filled basements in a Monks Avenue neighborhood—neighbors joined forces to clean up and repair the damage.

A temporary overnight shelter opened last week at the First Presbyterian Church on E.

Hickory St to serve individuals facing housing instability, offering beds from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. through the end of August while local nonprofits and city officials work toward a more permanent 24/7 solution—staff say additional services like showers and snacks may be added as demand grows.

Steve Grove, CEO and publisher of the Star Tribune, will discuss his new memoir at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Maverick Innovation Gateway powered by Nidec at Minnesota State University in Mankato.

Copies of his memoir How I Found Myself in the Midwest will be available at the free event.

The Arts Center of Saint Peter got an operating support grant worth more than $24,000 a year renewable for four years to help pay for basic needs (like heating and cooling).

Other local groups such as Mankato Ballet and Mankato Symphony have long used these grants to grow their programs.

South Central College and Taylor Corp. ran a six‐week printing workshop at Occasions Group in North Mankato where six neurodivergent students from the Uniquely Abled Academy learned printing press skills and practiced job interviews—program officials say the training helps prepare them for future work.

Mankato received nearly 6 inches of rain in about 6 hours on Wednesday night, which flooded streets and forced evacuations at Homestead Apartments where low-income families lost belongings—city officials reported that water on roads cleared within 20 minutes and motorists faced short detours. Traffic on Highway 169 was briefly affected as crews managed periodic off-ramp closures.

A section of Blue Earth County Road 139 near Amboy will close for several weeks starting Monday as a bridge replacement project continues through late September.

Residents and landowners are encouraged to contact Blue Earth County Public Works Department to coordinate access concerns between Blue Earth County Road 32 and 478th Avenue with the county and contractor.

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.

Emerson Lane Boutique Pop-up Sale

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Sibley Park — Free entry — Discover handmade gifts, cards, and home decor at this vibrant boutique sale.

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.

River Valley 100 Bike Ride

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — LocAle Brewing Company — Free registration required — Enjoy a scenic bicycle ride through the Minnesota river valley with options for all skill levels.