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New Ulm Police • Reported a two-vehicle crash without injuries at Highland Avenue and 5th Street North at 7:33 a.m. Friday. A 2014 Chevrolet Equinox driven southbound on Kimberly Ann Doust, 65, Winthrop, failed to stop at the intersection and collided with a westbound 2021 Audi S4 driven by Eli Jon Samuelson, 26, Sleepy Eye. Damage was severe to both vehicles. Samuelson wore a seat belt. • Reported a two-vehicle crash with minor injuries at State Street and 10th North Street at 2:15 p.m. Thursday. A 2015 SUV driven northbound by Sheila Hall, 42, Madelia, collided with an eastbound ...

Investing in Minnesota music history

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NEW ULM – Thursday, Minnesota Music Hall of Fame (MMHF) in New Ulm gathered regional musicians, music historians, and local fans to honor Mankato’s rich and storied musical heritage. The event brought together performers, songwriters, and studio innovators who shaped the sound of ...

New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce to host 4th annual CEO panel

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NEW ULM --- The New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 4th Annual CEO Panel on Thursday, September 10, from 4–6 p.m. at the Schell’s Brewery Bierhalle. The exclusive Chamber Member event brings together local business leaders and Chamber members for an evening of conversation, connection, and insight into issues affecting businesses and the New Ulm community. First held in 2023, the annual CEO Panel gives Chamber members the opportunity to hear directly from invited CEOs as they share their perspectives and experiences on a variety of business and community topics. ...

Community Calendar

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Saturday Party by the Pond, 1-11:30 p.m. at 4 Somsen St. New Ulm The New Ulm Farmers Market will be held 9am-12pm in the River Bend Education District parking lot through October 10 Laura Karels performs at the Schell’s Biergarden 5-7pm. Boasted Pork Chops, NU American Legion 5-7 pm. SUNDAY Just For Today Nar-Anon Family Group, 3:30-4:30 p.m., So. MN Recovery Connection, 220 East Main St., Mankato, Midtown Square Building Suite #4. Call 507-420-5670 or 507-340-3092. Three Legacies AA, 7 p.m., Big Book 12x12 Study, River Valley Church, 100 N. Washington St. Squid City Slingers ...

Finstad talks about fraud at GOP fundraiser

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SLEEPY EYE — Speaking at the Brown County Fundraiser at the Sleepy Eye Event Center Thursday, First District Congressman Brad Finstad detailed some of the fraud issues he said he’s encountered in Washington D.C. at the Brown County Republican Fundraiser at the Sleepy Eye Fundraiser ...

NU school wants 'yes' vote on funding amendment

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NEW ULM — New Ulm Superintendent Sean Koster said a blank ballot will count as a no vote on the Permanent School Fund constitutional amendment on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot. "If a voter leaves this constitutional amendment question blank, the blank effectively counts against," Koster said during his report to the New Ulm School Board, Thursday. The amendment being proposed originated in the Minnesota House and is intended to provide permanent school funding investment through a constitutional amendment. The amendment is being brought to Minnesota voters as a referendum vote. The ...