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Easter events set for Friday, Saturday

NEW ULM — Just in time for Good Friday, a new sign was installed at the Way of the Cross Wednesday. Funded by the Knights of Columbus, private donations and memorials, the new sign replaces a smaller, yellow sign that pointed to the shrine of the Catholic Diocese of New Ulm. “City of New ...

‘Easy to see the value of the work’

NEW ULM – Two weeks ago, New Ulm Public Utilities welcomed new Utilities Director Brett Fleck. Fleck previously worked for municipal water utilities in Peoria, Arizona, before taking on the New Ulm Public Utilities (NUPU) Director position. However, Fleck is no stranger to the ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...