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New Ulm

‘Still a family business’

NEW ULM – For over 10 years, Lakes on 1st has been owned and operated by the Bode family. Starting Friday, the Bode clan will continue to work at the restaurant, but with a new owner, Brandon Roiger. “It’s a little bittersweet, but it is a good feeling too,” said Mike Bode, the founder ...

‘Dancing Under the Stars’ at MVL

NEW ULM — Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School held its 2026 prom Saturday at Turner Hall under the theme “Dancing Under the Stars.” Science teacher Evan Vant Hul gave the opening prayer and served as emcee. His prayer asked that students enjoy the night in a way that reflects their ...

Collectors gather for breweriana

NEW ULM — The 47th annual Shell’s Border Batch Show convened on Sunday in New Ulm, serving as a concentrated gathering for Midwest collectors dedicated to the preservation of breweriana (collectible brewery memorabilia) and regional industrial history. The show drew vendors and historians ...

Spring is here for real

NEW ULM – For the first time in a few years, the German Park Angel fountain is flowing in April. New Ulm park staff was able to start filling the fountain Friday morning. By 2 p.m. the fountain was fully operational for the 2026 season. “The fountain running is our annual sign that ...

Captain Bianchi is back home

NEW ULM – Over 80 years after his death, Medal of Honor recipient and New Ulm native Capt. Willibald Charles Bianchi returned home Friday. A plane carrying Bianchi’s casket arrived in Omaha, Nebraska early Friday. From Omaha, Bianchi was then transported to Dallas, Texas and then to ...

Airport engineering services for crosswind project approved

NEW ULM - The New Ulm City Council approved $245,448 task order to the city’s professional service contract with Mead & Hunt for further airport engineering services. The task order covers construction administrative services for the construction of the turf crosswind runway at the ...