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Breaking up the book club

Dear Annie: A few years ago, a group of us started a book club that became one of the highlights of our month. We’d gather with good food, wine and plenty of laughter, and occasionally even talk about the book. For a long time, it was pure fun. But over time, one member began to dominate ...

Frederickson crowned Miss Brown County Global United

NEW ULM -- Calleigh Frederickson of New Ulm, MN has been officially crowned as the new 2025 Miss Brown County Global United with the Global United Pageant. The Global United Pageant is an international organization that recognizes women for their commitment to service, leadership, and ...

Park & Rec Report

• Broomball at the Civic Center every first and third Wednesday starting November 5. Everyone’s welcome to join. Admission is $5 with punch card or membership applying. Equipment is limited. •Christmas Dash Adult Pottery is a newly added pottery class allowing participants to make ...

Operation Christmas Child shoebox drop-off located at Christ the King

NEW ULM -- Christ the King Lutheran Church in New Ulm is serving as as a drop-off sites for the Operation Christmas Child Shoebox program. Operation Christmas Child shoe box is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization. The mission is to provide local partners ...

Brown County 4-H honors youth and volunteers

SLEEPY EYE -- On Sunday, October 26, the Brown County 4-H Ambassadors hosted their Annual Award Celebration at the Sleepy Eye Coffee Company, honoring more than 150 youth, volunteers, and supporters for their dedication to the 4-H program. The event highlighted the achievements of individuals ...

NU Sister Cities seeking candidates for Hans Joohs Cultural Exchange program

NEW ULM -- The New Ulm Sister Cities Commission is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the year 2026 Hans Joohs Cultural Exchange Program. The recipient of this award will live 12-weeks in or near the City of Ulm, Germany. The New Ulm Sister Cities Commission will provide transportation ...