COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The journey from nowhere to an Olympic gold medal is a tale as old as time. Just as well-worn, but far less explored, are the stories about great athletes who realize they can’t make it anywhere unless they have a way to bankroll the trip. “The Boys in the ...
NEW ULM — It is said that a great photo is worth a thousand words. Every year Journal staff takes thousands of photos, many of which stand on their own in telling a story. Here is a sample of some of the best photos used to tell stories in
NEW ULM — For folks needing help with their ailing vision, Low Vision Project has looked to provide solutions for 22 years. The Low Vision Project is a joint venture between area Lions Clubs, the New Ulm Public Library, Minnesota State Services for the Blind, and the River Bend Chapter of ...
For some, one of the best parts of the holiday season is wandering around neighborhoods enjoying the festive lighting put on display by those who enjoy the Christmas Spirit. In the past, The Facebook Page: New Ulm Tour of Lights has been a place for people to list their addresses for those who ...
For more than a quarter century, Lafayette Lift Trucks has sold and serviced fork lift trucks in Southern Minnesota. Business owner Ben Anderson said his father Bob worked for Forklifts of Minnesota in Bloomington for 12 years before deciding to buy a farm house near Lafayette. Bob Anderson ...
As we go deeper into December, the nights get longer and the days darker. It’s no wonder so many holiday traditions involve lights, from the Hanukkah menorah to strings of Christmas tree lights to Kwanzaa candles. In the early 20th century, everyday lights could look festive, too. ...