NEW ULM — SouthPoint Financial Credit Union celebrated its 90th anniversary under clouds and light drizzle on Saturday afternoon at the Brown County Fairgrounds. The weather did not dampen attendance. Long lines formed as crowd…
Preserving NU Battery legacy
The New Ulm Area Foundation (NUAF) met with the New Ulm Battery Monday to present a grant check for $5,000.…
‘Feel curious and walk away with questions’
NEW ULM — A Minneapolis illustrator is finishing a three-week residency in the basement of The Grand Center for Arts…
MN House Speaker Lisa Demuth visits Christensen Farms
SLEEPY EYE – Minnesota Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth visited Christensen Farms Monday for a tour and conversation on…
'You are never alone'
NEW ULM — Dozens of community members gathered at German Park on Sunday for the fifth annual Brown County Yellow…
'A vital role for creators seeking genuine connection'
NEW ULM — Regional artists and community members gathered at the 4 Pillars Gallery at The Grand Center for Arts…
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Local Sports
Red's recap: Chargers celebrate 1st win over Pipestone since 2006
The last time that a Minnesota Valley Lutheran Chargers football team beat Pipestone was 20 years ago in 2006 when they clipped the Arrows 26-7. MVL’s losing streak to Pipestone ended this past Friday night in a dominating fashion with a 20-0 road shutout for the Chargers’ second straight win. “It has been a…
Obituaries
Ruth Mack
NEW ULM—Ruth Mack, age 73, of New Ulm passed away Thursday, September 17, 2026,…
Nicholas “Nick” Albert Hoffmann
Duane “Duke” Dennis Fiemeyer
NEW ULM—Ruth Mack, 73, of New Ulm, died Thursday, September 17, 2026, at her home. Funeral…
Ruth Mack
Lifestyle Feature
Patience, perseverance pay off for Kohls
MARSHALL — Malachi Kohls’ confidence has never wavered. While he had to have patience,…
Editorials
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THUMBS DOWN Brown County cow confirmed for rabies The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirmed a Brown County Hereford heifer tested positive for rabies earlier this month. The cow’s owner noticed odd behavior on Sept. 1, including lying flat with its head down. By Sept 3. The animal began showing other symptoms including uncoordinated…
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Letters
What’s going on?
There are a lot of buzz words or phrases being used lately. I suppose they are used to sway people’s thinking to vote a certain way. The two in the forefront today are “Christian nationalism” and “Big Tent.” True enough the U.S. is a Christian nation, founded by Christians over 250 years ago. The…
Our leaders unable to solve problems
Pro-choice candidates need to meditate
Trump prefers Kim over Carney
Columns
Understanding the Permanent School Fund question on November ballot
As Minnesotans begin voting in the Nov. 3 general election, there is one question on every ballot that directly relates to public schools across our state. It concerns Minnesota’s Permanent School Fund — a resource that has been supporting public education for generations. The Permanent School Fund is not a new program or a…
Gone antiquing
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Straight facts about history
Mailbag
Former NUPU director receives MMUA lifetime membership award
ST. LOUIS PARK — On Friday, Kris Manderfeld, retired Utilities Director of New Ulm Public Utilities, has been recognized with MMUA’s 2026 Honorary Lifetime Membership Award. The award honors individuals whose professional careers have been dedicated to advancing Minnesota’s municipal utility industry. Manderfeld spent 32 years with New Ulm Public Utilities and served in…