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Sleepy Eye Lake, a hidden gem

SLEEPY EYE - Sleepy Eye Lake, its parks and the 3.1 mile paved trail around it have been described as a “hidden gem” by campers. The lake trail is great for scenic walks with lots of birds, bicycling, walking or jogging. The lake and its amenities are considered the most reliable ...

Eye on Sleepy Eye, Vol. II

Note: The first Eye on Sleepy Eye was included in the Oct. 7, 2023 edition of The Journal (1) A view from a larger-than-usual seat. Where am I? (2) This path is less traveled than the one beneath. Where am I? (3) A new addition to this location has its own hint built in. Where am ...

Building a small town museum

HANSKA – The town of Hanska was officially incorporated in 1901, making it one of the younger communities in the region, but its history is rich and its residents maintain a strong community spirit 125 years later. It is this community spirit that has led to the recent creation of a Hanska ...

Vintage Barbies come to NU library

NEW ULM - On Monday, August 3, the New Ulm Public Library will open its doors to a colorful slice of mid-century childhood. Local collector Cat Rossing is bringing a carefully chosen selection of her vintage Barbie dolls, original fashions, and accessories for a public display that focuses on ...

Jeffers Petroglyphs unveils new visitor center exhibits

Jeffers Petroglyphs, home to thousands of rock carvings made by ancestors of today’s Native Americans as long as 7,000 years ago, offers a newly redesigned visitor center this summer. Updated displays with interactive elements and new multimedia installations allow visitors to engage with ...

80 Years of rags, rhythms, and revelry

NEW ULM - For eight decades, the Schell’s Hobo Band has defined its own musical legacy, blending military precision, circus-style showmanship, and Midwestern irreverence. This community institution continues with its extensive 80th-anniversary festival season performances, maintaining a ...