Motor Vehicle Theft/Pursuit

On May 17, 2022, deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of Fairgrounds Street in Garden City for a motor vehicle theft. The resident reported someone drove away in his 2000 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer. Deputies located the stolen Blazer on Highway 169 about ...

Spring Book Sale Returns to the Blue Earth County Library

Back by popular demand, the used book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Deep Valley Libraries returns to the Blue Earth County Library located at 100 E Main Street, Mankato this month! Shoppers can expect to find great reads at great prices for all age...

Candidate Filing Period Runs May 17-31, 2022

Candidate filings begin Tuesday, May 17 at 8 a.m. and will run through Tuesday, May 31 at 5 p.m. 

Candidates wishing to file for seats in Blue Earth County, and for seats in the City of Mankato as the county is the filing officer for Man...

Current Blue Earth County Road Closures

Find a list of current Blue Earth County road closures, the reason for closure, and expected reopening date here. 

Blue Earth County Sheriff's Office Reserve Unit

The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for a Non-Licensed Reserve Unit.

The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office has developed a reserve unit to aid sworn staff. Minnesota statute defines a rese...