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‘There is a place for us’

NEW ULM – The New Ulm Film Society (NUFS) continues to encroach on musical theater’s turf, with a screening of “West Side Story,” which could lead to a rumble. The film screening begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11 at the New Ulm Public Library. “West Side Story” is the fourth film in the New Ulm Film Society musical film series and is often cited as one of the greatest film musicals of all time. The film won 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It still holds the record for the most Oscars won by a musical. It was also the highest-grossing film of 1961, the year it was ...

Rotary ditch walk

The New Ulm Rotary Club picked up debris during a recent ditch walk. Pictured from left are Dan Drugan, Randy Schroeder, Kevin Sweeney, Colleen Skillings, Carisa Buegler, Aaron Lambrecht, Duane Lambrecht and Bill Steinke. Not pictured, Harold Remme.

Luxembourg-American gathering in New Ulm

The Luxembourg Heritage Society of Southern MN invites everyone with an interest in Luxembourg to a gathering to meet three guests who are actively working to strengthen the bonds in the midwest of the two countries. Carlo Krieger, retired Ambassador of Luxembourg, Travis Gross, Executive Director of the Luxembourg American Cultural Society, and Marc Zimer, representing Roots and Leaves and Luxembourg-American educational and cultural exchange initiatives will share news about current Luxembourg projects, school exchanges, cultural co-operations, and research opportunities. Anyone ...

Park & Rec schedule

•German Park Summer Concerts provide live performances by local talent every Thursday night in German Park. August 12 will feature entertainment by Chris and Chris, who play country; old, new and more. Concerts are free and possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council, thanks to legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. •Fall Brochure is online and features youth flag football, swim lessons, volleyball, adult leagues and more. Check out the full offerings on our website. •Fall Garage Sale ...

DFL Senate District 15 celebrates 20th annual corn feed

RED WOOD FALLS – The Democratic Farmer Labor Party, Senate District 15, is celebrating its 20th annual Corn Feed on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 from 5pm – 7:30pm at Ramsey Park, Lower Shelter, 99 E Oak Street, Redwood Falls. The Corn Feed is an annual event following the 2nd day of Farm Fest that draws nearly 200 rural DFLers to enjoy food and conversation. Fresh corn on the cob, barbecues, sides and desserts, soft drinks and beer make up this popular picnic supper, a DFL tradition that began 20 years ago. Music is provided by the Mad Hatters. Featured speakers are Attorney ...

Leader Collaboratory returns to NU

NEW ULM - The New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of the Leader Collaboratory, an interactive leadership development program designed to help professionals strengthen their leadership skills, build stronger workplace cultures, and create lasting impact within their organizations. The 2026–2027 series begins Wednesday, September 16, and continues monthly through April.  Led by leadership and culture coach Ann Vote, the Leader Collaboratory was created in response to feedback from local employers who identified communication, employee engagement, ...