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NU Chamber welcomes new Design Home Center owners

Mailbag September 4, 2026

The Willkommen Committee of the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce recently visited Design Home Center to congratulate Andy Klingler and Scott Juni on becoming the company’s new owners. The transition followed a carefully planned five-year succession, with longtime owner Brian Fischer retiring this June after helping ensure a smooth handoff. Both Andy and Scott have deep roots with the company. Scott has spent 30 years at Design Home Center, beginning in deliveries through an agricultural program before moving into sales. Andy also started in deliveries before advancing into sales ...

At least 1 killed, 6 injured in Minneapolis shooting

MN State News September 3, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — At least one person was killed and six others injured in a shooting at an apartment building in downtown Minneapolis shooting, according to officials. The Minneapolis Police Department warned the public to stay away from the area and said two police officers were among ...

US doctors update flu and COVID vaccine recommendations

MN State News September 3, 2026

By Lauran Neegaard AP Medical Writer Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump ...

Gunman wounds staff member at Virginia elementary school, then kills himself

National News September 3, 2026

By R.J. Rico Associated Press A 19-year-old gunman forced his way into a Virginia elementary school Wednesday morning and shot and wounded a staff member before killing himself, authorities said. Officers found Anthony Ignatiadis-Isabelle dead inside the Westwood Hills Elementary School ...

China presses the US after man dies hours into ICE custody

National News September 3, 2026

By Ryan J. Foley Associated Press The Chinese government is pressing for answers after a Chinese man died hours after being taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in a U.S. territory. Lianyong Wei, 51, died Aug. 23 at a hospital in the Northern Mariana Islands, ...

Park and Rec schedule

Mailbag September 3, 2026

•Hermann 5k Run/walk and Kids Obstacle Course Saturday, September 12. The run starts at 9 a.m. and obstacle course at 10 a.m., all at Harman Park. Register online at newulmmn.gov •Civic Center Fall Garage Sale Registration is open for the Sales on September 19. Register at the SouthPoint Recreation and Wellness Center or come and shop the multiple sales under 1 roof, New Ulm Civic Center, 1212 N Franklin St., Saturday, September 19 from 8 a.m.-12 pm. •Barkin’ in the Park is held Sat., Sept 26 from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Dog Park, located in South German Park, 501 S German St. ...