THUMBS UP Candidate filing for school board opens next week The filing period for most school districts in the region begins Tuesday and closes Aug. 13. This includes the District 88 school board. The New Ulm board will have four seats open for elections this year. Any prospective candidates ...
To the editor: The League of Women Voters New Ulm is pleased so share information on absentee voting, which began on June 28 for the Aug.13 primary. Whether by mail or in person, absentee voting is a great way to exercise your right to vote in a safe, secure way at your convenience. In ...
One of Glen Campbell’s famous songs celebrates an American icon and an ideal way of life from the 20th century. The “Dreams of an Everyday Housewife” is not his greatest hit of all time. That honor should probably go to “Rhinestone Cowboy.” Honorable mentions should definitely be ...
I go to church. That put me in a solid majority of Americans when I was young. Now I’m in a mnority. The trend toward that significant shift began a few decades ago. It got a jolt during COVID when staying home became a preferred pastime for many. A lot of people blame a lot of things ...
Two recent announcements involving biofuels are important developments for the Minnesota agriculture industry and the environment. We join the Minnesota Biodiesel Council in applauding the recent letter sent to the Environmental Protection Agency by members of Congress, including Michelle ...
To the editor: Like many of you I couldn’t wait for Thursday evening to listen to Mr. Trump’s acceptance speech. When Gov. George Wallace was running for president his campaign statement was “Segregation Forever”. After the attempt on his life he became a strong supporter for civil ...