NEW ULM — The Minnesota River is closing in on flood stage. The Minnesota River Public Water Access at Minnecon Park remains closed as the river climbs toward flood stage—800 feet. The river was measured at 794.94 feet Thursday. It is forecast to rise to 799.99 feet July 3, according to ...

NICOLLET – In July, the Nicollet School Board will vote on whether to call for a voter referendum to approve a $290,000 operation levy and a $7.6 million capital bond. The Nicollet Community Facilities Task force recommended the proposed referendum. The task force was created to seek ...

NEW ULM — Following an hour long chase with law enforcement early Wednesday night, a 14-year-old juvenile male was taken into custody near the Highway 14/15 roundabout east of New Ulm. The Minnesota State Patrol stopped a Chevrolet Tahoe for speeding and no front license plate near the ...

NEW ULM — With Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) enforcement on the rise nationwide, many immigrants and U.S. citizens are struggling to understand their legal rights. On Tuesday, the New Ulm Human Rights Commission hosted an informational forum on immigration rights. David Mesta of ...

FAIRMONT — Initially meant to be a one and done event, the Minnesota Youth Livestock Expo (MYLE) in Fairmont is on its sixth year and not going anywhere. Back when it started in 2020, it was just a chance for those who had worked hard on their projects to show what they had when all other ...

NEW ULM — July Fourth celebrants should be aware of law changes last year regarding what fireworks are legal and which ones are not. “We want everybody to be safe and have fun, but anything that flies or explodes like a firecracker or cherry bomb is illegal,” said New Ulm Fire Chief Paul ...