NEW ULM – Anyone familiar with the operation of New Ulm’s city government should be familiar with Lisa Pelzel and those who do not know the name likely know her voice. As the New Ulm’s executive assistant, it is her office phone that rings whenever someone dials City Hall’s main ...

NEW ULM – The New Ulm City Council approved first consideration of the cannabis zoning ordinance Tuesday. The ordinance specifically amends city code establishing zoning district and standards for cannabis and hemp businesses. The new regulations detail where and what type of cannabis ...

NEW ULM – With the rise of social media celebrities, some say fame is going to the dogs. For New Ulm’s latest TikTok star that’s an accurate description. Paisley Bark, an 8-year-old beagle owned by Dan Backer of New Ulm. Over the last five years, Paisley has been featured in over 400 ...

NEW ULM — A cold snap began over the weekend and is wreaking havoc on local furnaces, water pipes, and car batteries. Area heating companies have reported an uptick in service calls Monday, with temperatures reaching -10 degrees. “We’re much busier now,” Ahrens Heating owner Veleda ...

NEW ULM -- The cannabis zoning ordinance passed New Ulm’s planning commission following a public hearing Thursday. The ordinance specifically amends city code establishing zoning district and standards for cannabis and hemp businesses. The new regulations detail where and what type of ...

NEW ULM – The Journal staff received four awards at the Minnesota Newspaper Association (MNA) awards banquet held on Jan. 30. The Journal received first and second place in sports photography, third place for best Community Events Coverage, and third place for General Excellence. The ...