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Panel challenges traditional stigmas surrounding Autism

Local News

NEW ULM — An autism diagnosis rarely changes a person’s identity but instead serves to explain their lifelong experiences, according to advocates and professionals at Tuesday’s "Living Without Limits" panel held in the meeting room at the New Ulm public library. Hosted by the New Ulm ...

Sleepy Eye school board OKs Class of 2027 trip

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SLEEPY EYE — After hearing about the recent Class of 2026 trip to Florida, the Sleepy Eye School Board unanimously approved the Class of 2027 trip to Florida Wednesday. The Class of 2027 plans to visit Orlando March 17-21, 2027. Twenty-five students (75%) of the class have expressed interest ...

For the love of trout

Local News

FORT RIDGELY STATE PARK — Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fisheries Specialist Hannah Anema says trout fishing enthusiasts should try their luck before light rain falls Saturday afternoon. “They’re beautiful. They fight too. They’re strong for how little they are,” ...

BCHS exhibit on Wanda Gág opens Saturday

Local News

NEW ULM — A new exhibit celebrating the life and work of Wanda Gág will open to the public Saturday at the Brown County Historical Society Museum, bringing original works and newly sourced materials back to the artist’s hometown. The exhibit begins with a members-only preview from 5 to 7 ...

PUBLIC NOTICE

Legals

PUBLISH (April 10, 17, 2026) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF BROWN FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 08-PR-26-269 Estate of Lester Robert Geiger, Jr., a/k/a Les- ter R. Geiger, Jr., Les- ter Geiger, Jr., De- cedent NOTICE AND ...

American Red Cross blood drive schedule

Mailbag

The American Red Cross has announced a series of upcoming blood drives in Brown and Redwood County over the next month. The Red Cross is seeking to fill blood donation appointments in advance to assist with planning and staff. Brown County blood drives •Springfield’s blood drive will run ...