To the editor: I would add my endorsement of John Luepke for commissioner of the 5th District of Nicollet County. He is the best choice as he is: •A lifelong resident of the county. •Knows his constituents because he actively goes out to them for feedback. •May not always win for ...

To the editor: During the week of Sept. 25, I had been seeing catchy ads for the new Hermann Express bus service. While I wish it all the success in the world, some of the ads call the new Hermann Express “New Ulm’s First City Bus Service.” I have to object to that incorrect ...

To the editor: I am a retired Nicollet County investigator with 32 years of service. I worked for three excellent sheriffs in my career in law enforcement: George Witty, Buzz Witty and Jim Kollman. It is my belief many more sheriff’s office employees would have left our office sooner ...

To the editor: I urge my fellow citizens to vote in the Nov. 8 election. When voting for members of the New Ulm Board of Education, please vote for the three incumbent candidates: Steve Gag, Amanda Groebner (who is my daughter-in-law) and Melissa Sunderman. New Ulm’s public schools are ...

To the editor: Strong communities start with strong schools, and in November residents of District 88 can show their support for New Ulm by voting YES for the continuation of the ISD 88 operational levy approved by voters in 2012. Voting YES on this referendum does not mean you are signing ...

To the editor: Kathleen Backer has an infectious smile and laughter, she is bright and has confidence. She is an experienced leader, business person, effective communicator and has worked with all levels of government from local to county and state. In these busy, confusing and sometimes ...