On Monday, October 13, Sleepy Eye’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) Meats and Livestock Evaluation Teams competed in the Region VI Competition at South Dakota State University.  The Meats Team earned 3nd Place out of 13 teams and 56 individuals. Team members include: Makayla Strong, Zack ...

NEW ULM - Junior Achievement North announced that Jessica Emmeck, a Director of Business Integration at Windings, Inc. in New Ulm, was awarded the organization’s Bronze Leadership Award for volunteerism. The purpose of the Bronze Leadership Award is to recognize volunteers who have performed ...

MANKATO – The Highway 60 Lake Crystal reconstruction project is complete, with the detour scheduled to removed before Saturday, Oct. 18 according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). MnDOT stated that though Highway 60 will be open to traffic, motorists may encounter ...

NEW ULM – Independent School District (ISD) 88 Foundation is currently accepting nominations for our 2026 Hall of Fame. Since 2014, the ISD 88 Foundation has accepted nominations of alumni, teachers, staff or coaches who have made an impact beyond their years at ISD 88. There are over 50 ...

NEW ULM – The annual Halloween Hop is returning to downtown New Ulm. From 10 a.m to 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 local businesses will be participating in an early trick-or-treat event, handing out candy and treats. There is no purchase necessary. For a list of participating businesses, visit ...

Minnesota’s statewide youth deer season begins Thursday, Oct 16 through Sunday, Oct. 19. The youth hunt is scheduled to coincide with Minnesota teacher workshop when Minnesota schools are closed for fall break. Youth ages 10 to 17 may participate in the hunt, but youth 10 to 13 must be ...