THUMBS UP A date has finally been set for George’s Ballroom demolition George’s Ballroom has been beyond saving for well over a decade. The building is an environmental and safety hazard and demolition has been the best course of action for years. The only thing holding back demolition ...
To the editor: I am writing to address the topic of city-wide park curfews. Currently, most parks in New Ulm close at 10 pm, and for a city with so many parks (over 25 in their respective categories), New Ulm is especially equipped with “third spaces” for people to enjoy the outdoors. ...
“How’s it going?” is a common conversation starter. I use the reply that Grandpa Nelson favored. “Steady by jerks,” I’ll say. This has never been truer than during my recovery from treatment for tonsil cancer. There are going to be repercussions whenever they slightly kill you ...
To the editor: As is the custom of many military veterans, earlier this week on Veterans Day I went to Applebee’s for my free meal. And last week many of us attended the always moving MVL Veterans Recognition program which is also a must-do. Thank you to every organization that ...
THUMBS UP Daycare providers appreciation The New Ulm Community Center is hosting a two-day childcare appreciation and training event on Friday and Saturday. The event is sponsored by Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), who is paying for the trainers to attend and providing a ...
Dear Heloise: I read with interest Julie G.’s letter, from Tucson, Arizona, about being overwhelmed with letters from charities. My mom, God rest her soul, received “begging letters” from every religious charity out there and, unfortunately, gave many of them money. When she passed, I ...