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Ron Bolduan: a legacy of environmental learning

Local News

NEW ULM — Less than 24 hours after receiving one of the district’s highest recognitions, ISD 88 Foundation Hall of Fame inductee Ron Bolduan was back at work doing what earned him the honor in the first place: educating the community about the natural world. Bolduan, 82, visited the ...

Woven with history

Local News

NEW ULM — For Gretchen Ferrell, a basket is rarely just a basket. It may be sized to fit a corner, built sturdy enough to carry a casserole, or shaped into a delicate “Easter Bunny” with hand‑formed ears. A lifetime of this craftsmanship is now on display at the Brown County ...

PUBLIC NOTICE

Legals

PUBLISH (April 1, 2026) BROWN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Brown County Planning Commission, in and for the County of Brown, will conduct certain public hearings as follows: Interim Use Permit Application ...

Living Without Limits

Mailbag

The New Ulm Human Rights Commission (HRC) invites the community to join the next Living Without Limits educational session at 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 at the New Ulm Public Library. This session will focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder and offers a chance to hear firsthand about the ...

Rural voices represented in No Kings protest

Local News

NEW ULM — Several hundred protesters met in North Park to hear speakers and sing before carrying signs and lining the south side of several blocks of North Broadway/Highway 14 Saturday. The “No Kings” demonstration protesting President Donald Trump’s administration was among more than ...

Bruce W. Melzer, remembered for versatility and spirit

Local News

NEW ULM — Earlier this month, New Ulm lost one of its most versatile musicians. Bruce W. Melzer died at his home in New Ulm on March 13 at age 79. Melzer was known as the ultimate utility player. He served as bassist and vocalist whose technical versatility earned him the reputation of a ...