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American Red Cross declares blood shortage

On Monday, the American Red Cross announced that it is in the midst of an emergency blood shortage. In June, the American Red Cross declared in a press release, the blood supply fell nearly 25%. While the Red Cross anticipates a shortage in blood during the summer months — usually ...

‘Our Stories in Color’

NEW ULM -Self-portraits created during the workshop “Our Stories in Color” were on display at Ulm Sweet Ulm and The Grand Saturday afternoon. Cross-collaboration brought the event to fruition, with Adaptive Recreational Services (ARS) and Open Arts Minnesota organizing the workshop, and ...

Grand unveils Living Legacy of Lace exhibit

NEW ULM — The 4 Pillars Gallery at The Grand Center for Arts and Culture opened the exhibit “A Living Legacy of Lace…The Tradition Continues” this past Friday.  The exhibit, which focuses on the history and practice of knippling, or bobbin lace-making, will be on display through Aug. ...

‘A heart rooted in the Minneapolis sound’

NEW ULM — The Minnesota Music Hall of Fame hosted a program Saturday regarding the history and influence of Prince and the late percussionist and guitarist Jellybean Johnson. At the center of the event was Joel King, president of the Prince Legacy Project and a veteran Hollywood ...

Dodge Darts, Ford Fairlanes and Cadillacs, oh my!

NEW ULM — Dozens of classic car enthusiasts rolled in at the New Ulm Chamber of Commerce Car and Bike Roll-in Saturday. Participants included Jay Miller of Mankato and his bright yellow 1973 Dodge Dart Sport with black striping. “Back in the 1970’s I helped my brother when he raced it ...

GOP Governor candidate’s prayer tour reaches Brown County

NEW ULM – On Tuesday, Minnesota GOP gubernatorial candidate John Krhin visited the Brown County Courthouse as part of his county prayer tour. As part of his campaign, Krhin is traveling to all 87 Minnesota county seats to pray for local communities, public servants and governing authorities. ...