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Reliable Hair care in a familiar setting

NEW ULM — For over a decade, hairstylist Kris Wendinger has been making regular appointments at Oak Hills Living Center. Wendinger, owner of Creative Hair Company, visits the Oak Hills on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. She adjusts her schedule to meet resident needs. "Today, this lady ...

County performance measures results

NEW ULM — Brown County Commissioners unanimously accepted participation and results in the 2026 Performance Measures Program Tuesday. Brown County Auditor Treasurer Kelly Hotovec said counties participating in the comprehensive performance measurement program are eligible for a reimbursement of $0.14 per capita in local government aid, not to exceed $25,000; and exemption from levy limits for taxes payable the following calendar year, if levy limits are in effect. “Last December, we received $3,599 for completion of this report,” she said. The philosophy of the voluntary program ...

Edward Jones of New Ulm backpacks to Jefferson Elementary

Edward Jones donates nine backpacks with school supplies to Jefferson Elementary School. In photo from left to right: Mike Furth (Edward Jones Financial Advisor), Chris Jensen (Edward Jones Financial Advisor), Mike Benz (Edward Jones Financial Advisor), Jason Egstrom, (Edward Jones Financial ...

Sleepy Eye FFA takes local Ag tour

On Tuesday, June 16th, 20 Sleepy Eye Future Farmers of America members visited a variety of places from the surrounding communities in order to learn about each and the career opportunities within them. Alyssa Mitchell (Sleepy Eye FFA Advisor), and Sarah Jensen (Summer Assistant) attended ...

Brown County 4-H Invites Community to summer kickoff

The Brown County 4-H Federation will launch a brand-new community event this Saturday at the Brown County Fairgrounds. The Brown County 4-H Summer Kickoff will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the fairgrounds. This family-friendly event is designed to bring the community together, highlight the work of local 4-H clubs, and support countywide youth programming. Visitors can enjoy a simplified food stand menu featuring hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken strips, French fries, and beverages. Proceeds from Food stand purchases will support both the Brown County 4-H Federation and ...

'The Cousins' return to German Park

NEW ULM — Angie Anderson of New Ulm and her cousin Joy Ciaffoni of Moorhead performed as The Cousins Duo Thursday at German Park. The show was part of New Ulm’s Summer Concert in the Park series. The duo performed in the concert series last year as a last-minute replacement for a group ...