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New Ulm

BCHS exhibit on Wanda Gág opens Saturday

NEW ULM — A new exhibit celebrating the life and work of Wanda Gág will open to the public Saturday at the Brown County Historical Society Museum, bringing original works and newly sourced materials back to the artist’s hometown. The exhibit begins with a members-only preview from 5 to 7 ...

Spring flip brings fuel hikes

NEW ULM, MN — Drivers across Southern Minnesota are facing a sharp increase in fuel prices this week as the region grapples with the annual transition to summer-blend gasoline and tightening global supplies. According to data complied by GasBuddy, an application for tracking gas prices in ...

Hermann Monument beyond repair

NEW ULM – For over a century, water infiltration has been a problem at the Hermann Monument. Now, after decades of repair attempts the City of New Ulm is forced to dissemble and reconstruct the monument at a cost of $11.6 million if it is to remain a part of the community. Representatives ...

The solar array trifecta

NEW ULM – Solar panels are on the rise for New Ulm Public Utilities (NUPU). Three utility buildings are receiving solar panels this year thanks to a grant from the Minnesota Department of Commerce. The panels will be installed on the electric distribution department (EDD) building, Natural ...

‘Running to be proud of MN’

NEW ULM – Braxton Seifert, the Republican endorsed candidate for Senate District 15, visited New Ulm last Friday to meet with voters. Seifert said he has a goal to visit every city in the district and meet with any constituent to discuss the issues. “The big golden nugget that I am ...

Bake sale held for animal shelter

NEW ULM - The Brown County Humane Society Easter Bake Sale at Mabel’s Merkantil brought a steady flow of shoppers into the downtown store Saturday as volunteers raised money for veterinary care at the county’s no‑kill animal shelter. The event, hosted for the second year by shop owner ...