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Woven with history

NEW ULM — For Gretchen Ferrell, a basket is rarely just a basket. It may be sized to fit a corner, built sturdy enough to carry a casserole, or shaped into a delicate “Easter Bunny” with hand‑formed ears. A lifetime of this craftsmanship is now on display at the Brown County ...

Rural voices represented in No Kings protest

NEW ULM — Several hundred protesters met in North Park to hear speakers and sing before carrying signs and lining the south side of several blocks of North Broadway/Highway 14 Saturday. The “No Kings” demonstration protesting President Donald Trump’s administration was among more than ...

Grand gallery exhibit focus on fiber artists

NEW ULM — The 4 Pillars Gallery at The Grand Center for Arts & Culture held a soft opening preview Friday for “Picking Up the Piecework”, a community exhibit honoring both the late quilter Mary Hartten and many local fiber artists. The event drew friends and artists to view works ...

Bruce W. Melzer, remembered for versatility and spirit

NEW ULM — Earlier this month, New Ulm lost one of its most versatile musicians. Bruce W. Melzer died at his home in New Ulm on March 13 at age 79. Melzer was known as the ultimate utility player. He served as bassist and vocalist whose technical versatility earned him the reputation of a ...

ISD 88 Foundation invests in the future

NEW ULM — The ISD 88 Foundation awarded more than $11,700 in classroom grants and inducted four individuals into its 2026 Hall of Fame during the Eagles Extravaganza on Friday at the Royal Oak Event Center.  The annual fundraiser supports grants, scholarships, and the foundation’s ...

Turner ideals provided ‘fertile ground’ for Wanda Gág

NEW ULM — Alexander Roth, curator with the Wanda Gág House Association, told a capacity audience at Turner Hall Thursday that the progressive ideals of New Ulm’s Turner movement created the “fertile ground” that allowed local artist Wanda Gág to become one of the 20th century’s most ...