New Ulm News Archives - Page 47 of 94

August 1, 2024

NEW PUBLIC SAFETY LAWS GO INTO EFFECT IN MINNESOTA

A number of high-profile public safety laws take effect today (Thursday) in Minnesota. It’s now illegal to sell or possess a cell phone cover that looks like a firearm, and also prohibited are vapes that resemble school supplies or products that appeal to minors. It’s now a felony to make a “Swatting” call that sends […]

August 1, 2024

CENTER AND GERMAN STREET PROJECT UNDERWAY

Water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Center and German Street in New Ulm started Monday. The $2.14-million project started at Center Street and will move toward 3rd North. The project includes reconstruction of existing water main, sanitary sewer main, sewer and water end services, storm sewer modifications and road reconstruction. The project also includes […]

July 31, 2024

NEW LAW INCREASES PENALTY FOR STRAW PURCHASERS

A new law goes into effect Thursday (today) increasing the penalty for straw purchase in Minnesota. The law will up the penalty for straw purchases of firearms from a misdemeanor to a felony. The new law will make it easier to prosecute straw purchasers. The bill does include language that allows for defense in case […]

July 31, 2024

SPIKIN’ IN THE STREET THIS WEEKEND, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

New Ulm’s second annual Spikin’ in the Street is this weekend and this year’s event will be bigger. There will be an estimated 1200 tons of sand brought in, compared to 600 last year. 91 teams this year instead of 44 last year and there will be 8 courts this year spread over two blocks. […]

July 31, 2024

FEMA APPROVES INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE FOR FLOOD VICTIMS IN 19 COUNTIES

The Federal Emergency Management Agency says Minnesotans across 19 counties are eligible to request individual assistance under an expanded federal disaster declaration from severe storms on June 16. Governor Walz and Minnesota’s congressional delegation requested the aid after damage assessments documented “significant destruction to homes and businesses across the state.” The declaration includes the counties […]

July 31, 2024

St. George Parish Hosting Matching Grant Pork Chop Supper Sunday

Enjoy pork chops, German Potato Salad, Sauerkraut, Bar-B-Que Baked Beans and Root Beer Floats this Sunday at St. George Parish Grounds 4:30pm-7:00pm. Take outs available. Ann Wendinger said this matching grant fundraiser with Catholic United Financial is raising funds for Catholic Education.

July 30, 2024

FOUR HURT IN KANDIYOHI COUNTY CRASH

The state patrol was called to a collision at the intersection of Kandiyohi County Road 5 and Highway 7 Tuesday morning at 11:44 am. Deputies say a Chevrolet Cruze driven by 18-year-old Karma Roybal of Redwood Falls attempted to cross Highway 7 and collided with an eastbound GMC Sierra driven by 53-year-old John Thome of […]

July 30, 2024

Anna De St. Croix

President of the Brown County Free Fair board Anna De St. Croix gave an overview of the fair which is August 7 – 11 in New Ulm. She talked about the grandstand events, country artist Terri Clark on Friday August 9 and a new feature – a lumberjack show every day. Plus the 4-H, FFA […]

July 30, 2024

NEW ULM ROUNDABOUT UPDATE

Work on the roundabout near Aldi in New Ulm continues. MnDOT Construction Supervisor Todd Kjolstad says that there are two lifts of bituminous that have been put on. The concrete contractor is working there and the curb and gutter is in. Kjolstad said it is anticipated the final lift of bituminous will go on by […]

July 30, 2024

New Ulm Area Foundation Accepting Applications Until August 15

The New Ulm Area Foundation is in its fall cycle and is accepting grant applications until August 15th. Visit newulmareafoundation.org to learn about their grants and application process. Foundation President Kathy Van Roekel and Executive Director John Illikman say you can also visit their Facebook page. They shared some history on the foundation, […]