Zimmerman receives maximum for Hanska double murder
NEW ULM — The families of Justin Reinarts and Tabitha Trescott received a measure of closure Monday after the man accused of their murders pleaded guilty and was given two consecutive life sentences for the crime. Last November, a grand jury formally indicted Randy Thomas Zimmerman, 46, ...
Best Western Plus kicks off first week of Oktoberfest
NEW ULM — The Best Western Plus New Ulm tapped its ceremonial keg Friday to open Oktoberfest Weekend One. Prior to the keg tapping, the Leon Olson Tribute Band played from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the ballroom. The official keg tapping was held from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A crowd got in line ...
Rolling out the green carpet for Oktoberfest
NEW ULM - Minnesota street began its transformation Friday morning with Oktoberfest upon the town. Artificial turf and the corn pit, donated by sponsor Central United Cooperative, were both ready to go before noon. New Ulm Chamber of Commerce CEO/President Sarah Warmka said that ...
Remembering those who served
FAIRFAX – As of Wednesday, nearly every light post in Fairfax has been adorned with custom banners, each featuring the name, rank, branch of service, and photo of a Fairfax veteran. In total, there are 68 veteran banners on display in Fairfax, with more likely to come next year. These ...
Federal SNAP cuts to impact Brown County
NEW ULM - Administrative shift cost changes regarding SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits took effect October 1. These changes bring the amount of money provided by the federal government to the administration of SNAP benefits down from 50% to 25%. “We normally have been receiving 50% of our cost of administering,” Director of Human Services Anne Broskoff said. “It pays for staffing and infrastructure needed in order to provide those benefits.” Staff responsibilities include reviewing applications, discussing SNAP information with community members who ...