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New Ulm

Turner Hall receives funding for Historic Structure Report

NEW ULM – The historic Turner Hall of New Ulm is getting a full historical analyses this year, thanks to a $20,000 matching grant to fund a Historic Structures Report. The Jeffris Family Foundation of Janesville, Wisconsin, is dedicated to preserving important historic buildings in small and ...

Passion and momentum

NEW ULM – The New Ulm Area Chamber had a strong year in 2025 and as 2026 begins, Chamber president Sarah Warmka said she is excited to continue New Ulm’s success and keep the momentum going. In terms of numbers, the Chamber saw its business membership increase by 45 members in 2025 for a ...

Public hearings on street improvements set for Feb. 3

NEW ULM – Two public hearing dates were set by the New Ulm City Council Tuesday for 2026 road surfacing, reconstruction and utility improvement projects. The first public hearing is for the 2026 surface reconstruction projects on Jonathon Drive and Cottonwood Street. Both surface projects ...

Sewing for Sight fundraiser returns for 15th year

NEW ULM — The Sewing for Sight quilting fundraiser, which provides eye care services in Guatemala, will be held Saturday at St. George Parish. The retreat is full, with 72 quilters registered, marking the event’s 15th anniversary. The fundraiser supports surgeries and treatments that ...

NU City Council approve annual appointments

NEW ULM – During their first meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, The New Ulm City Council approved a list of appointments to the different city boards, commissions and committees. Councilor David Christian will serve on the Economic Development Authority (EDA) board and Park and Recreation ...

Lot division and variance approved for South German Street homes

NEW ULM – The New Ulm City Council approved a simple lot division and setback variance that would allow the construction of two single-family homes on South German Street. In December, the city approved an amendment to the city zoning ordinance specifically for grid lots to allow development ...