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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 ...

Aug. 11 is Primary Election Day

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NEW ULM — Most Brown County primary election polling places will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Voters can register on Election Day by bringing approved proof of identity and residence. Before voting, residents are encouraged to verify or update their voter registration, find their ...

Farmfest honors county Farm Families of 2026

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REDWOOD FALLS — Eighty-six farm families from across Minnesota were recognized for their agricultural leadership and community contributions Thursday at Farmfest.  The annual University of Minnesota Extension Farm Family Recognition Event took place at the Wick Buildings Farmfest Center on ...

Park & Rec schedule

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•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 ...

Stuedemann, 2026 Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year

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GILFILLAN ESTATE — Meg Stuedemann was named the 2026 Woman Farmer of the Year Thursday morning during an award ceremony at the annual Farmfest exposition in Redwood County. Stuedemann, who co-owns and operates Dairydale Farm in Belle Plaine, was selected from five finalists recognized for ...

Luxembourg-American gathering in New Ulm

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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 ...