Good morning, Mankato.

Mankato police responded to a disturbance call at the College Town apartment complex Saturday afternoon—this incident was not serious and followed a brawl that resulted in an arrest on Friday, with officers now reviewing safety protocols and increasing patrols in the area.

Carol Jackson joined a Saturday tour that visited sacred Dakota sites in Mankato, including the place where 38 Dakota men were hanged after 300 were held prisoner.

ELCA theologian Kelly Sherman Conroy led the tour—emphasizing the dark local history—and explained the importance of remembering these events.

A new book titled 'Voices of the Journey: Immigrant Stories from the Minnesota River Bend Area' documents the experiences of local educators, musicians, artists, a fireman and others who chose this region as their new home.

The 208-page volume—featuring 47 first-generation accounts from 27 countries and launched at the Blue Earth County Library—is available for $15 and preserves local immigrant history.

Bearcats vs. Mavericks Football Game

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Blakeslee Stadium — All ticket sales are final — Catch the thrilling college football matchup between the Northwest Missouri State Bearcats and Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks.

Minot State Beavers vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Football

1-2:30 p.m. — Blakeslee Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Beavers as they take on the Mavericks in this exciting college football matchup.

53rd Annual Traditional Mahkato Wacipi

7 p.m., 1 p.m. — Land of Memories Park — $8 general admission, free for children and seniors — Celebrate Dakota culture with dance, music, and traditional festivities at this vibrant powwow.