New Ulm News Archives - Page 44 of 83

July 9, 2024

HEAT WAVE COMING

The first heat wave of the summer looks to arrive later this week in Minnesota. National Weather Service Meteorologist Melissa Dye says we’re looking at temperatures in the 90s across much of the state this weekend. High humidity will be widespread as well. Dye says Sunday will be the hottest day with the Twin Cities, […]

July 9, 2024

SLEEPY EYE WOMAN CRITICAL AFTER MONDAY CRASH

The state patrol was called to a collision between a Ford Escape and a grain truck Monday morning at 9:55 am. Authorities say the truck was driven by 77-year-old Steven John Meyer of Springfield and the Ford Escape was driven by 32-year-old Molly Marie Stimpert of Sleepy Eye. She was taken to North Memorial hospital […]

July 8, 2024

FARMERS CAN APPLY FOR GRAIN STORAGE FACILITY GRANT SAFETY PROGRAM

Minnesota farmers who want to add safety equipment to their on-farm grain storage facilities can now apply for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant Program, which will reimburse 75-percent of the cost to purchase and install eligible safety equipment for grain bins or silos. Eligible safety equipment includes fall protection systems, […]

July 8, 2024

Samantha Schoenbauer

Extension Educator for Nicollet and Sibley Counties Samantha Schoenbauer talked about rural mental health and some things you can do to relieve any stress you may be feeling stemming from the heavy June rains. She also highlighted some upcoming events including the Women in Ag Network Summer Tour scheduled for July 16. She even mentioned […]

July 8, 2024

ONE HURT IN SIBLEY COUNTY MOTORCYCLE VS. DEER CRASH

The Sibley County Sheriff’s Office was called to motorcycle vs. deer accident Sunday night at 9:40 pm. Authorities say the crash happened near the intersection of Sibley County Roads 10 and 7 in Transit Township. The motorcycle was driven by 34-year-old Riley Dittes of Stewart westbound on County Road 10 when a deer entered the […]

July 8, 2024

Nurse Practitioner Ashley Schmitt

The Lamberton and Springfield Clinics have many medical services available. Nurse Practitioner Ashley Schmitt reminds people they have openings for new patients.

July 8, 2024

NEW ULM WOMAN HURT IN MCLEOD COUNTY CRASH

The state patrol was called to a collision in McLeod County Saturday morning at 11:43. Authorities say a Nissan Rogue was stopped on northbound Highway 15 waiting for a vehicle in front of them to turn. A Toyota Prius was also northbound on Highway 15 and collided with the Nissan. The driver of the Toyota, […]

July 6, 2024

Katie Wolle

Executive Director of the Madelia Area Chamber of Commerce Katie Wolle talks about Park Days July 12 – 14. She discussed changes to the event including all events being downtown due to flooding issues in Watona Park. Some events were cancelled but many will still take place and Wolle goes through all of the events. […]

July 5, 2024

Crystal Johnson

New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce Office Manager Crystal Johnson reminds us the next Farmers Market is Saturday 9am-12noon at A to Zinnia Floral and Gifts and First South Street. Get ready for the next Car and Bike Roll-In Friday, July 12th. Applications are being accepted until July 31st for Network New Ulm. […]

July 5, 2024

CITY APPROVES STATE OF EMERGENCY

The New Ulm City Council approved a state of emergency declaration after the Cottonwood River flooded and crews kept it free of debris. Debris from fallen trees had piled into and then underneath the Cottonwood Bridge. City crews had to remove the debris frequently. There is also concern that continued runoff and flooding due to […]