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July 19, 2026

Bavarian Blast Wraps Up Today in New Ulm

New Ulm’s Bavarian Blast wraps up today at the Brown County Fairgrounds. The final day begins with a morning church service and features German and polka music, Bavarian food, family entertainment and other activities. The annual Bavarian Blast Parade steps off at 12:30 P-M. Live performances continue throughout the afternoon and into the evening. The […]

July 19, 2026

Minnesota-Born Philanthropist Denny Sanford Dies at 90

Minnesota-born businessman and philanthropist T. Denny Sanford has died at the age of 90. Sanford Health confirmed his death Saturday. Sanford grew up in St. Paul, graduated from St. Paul Central High School and earned a psychology degree from the University of Minnesota. He later built First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard in Sioux Falls. […]

July 19, 2026

Busy Time for the Brown County Historical Society

  Brown County Historical Society Executive Director Amy Johnson talked about upcoming events, new exhibit and the Dakota Warm Commemoration starting, August 20.          

July 17, 2026

MINNESOTA BUDGET PROJECTIONS

Minnesota is projected to finish the current two-year budget cycle with a general fund balance of roughly $3 billion, according to updated figures from Minnesota Management and Budget. Deputy State Budget Director Travis Bunch says the outlook changes in the following biennium, when the state is currently projected to face a relatively small shortfall of […]

July 17, 2026

AFTER DAYS OF HEAT, RELIEF COMING

After days of extreme heat and dry conditions that have helped fuel wildfires in northeastern Minnesota, some relief may be on the way. State Climatologist Pete Boulay says the heat dome responsible for the hot weather is expected to eventually break down, allowing cooler Canadian air to move into the state. The heat and lack […]

July 16, 2026

Mike Haas

The 22nd annual Lafayette Antique Tractor pull is Saturday, July 25 on main street in Lafayette.  One of the organizers Mike Haas gave details on the rules and times for the pull.          

July 16, 2026

Minnesota Primary Election is Tuesday, August 11

  League of Women Voters New Ulm Representatives Tamera Furth and Theresa Keaveny shared voting methods for the upcoming primary.  District 88 School Board candidacy filing is open now until 5:00pm on Tuesday July 28.    Turner Hall, the League of Women Votors New Ulm and New Ulm Public Library are presenting “Voter 101” with […]

July 16, 2026

AIR QUALITY ALERT EXPANDED

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency(MPCA) has expanded its air quality alert as heavy wildfire smoke blankets much of the state. The alert remains in effect through 11 a.m. Friday, with the Twin Cities metro and much of central, eastern and northeastern Minnesota expected to reach the hazardous maroon Air Quality Index category. Officials say everyone, […]

July 15, 2026

Kari Beran

Kari introduced us to this month’s Pro Kinship for Kids mentee of the month.  She also talked about the impact mentors have on kids.  She mentioned items on their Email Fun Sale and told us about upcoming things Pro Kinship for Kids will be involved in.          

July 15, 2026

New Ulm Night Out is Thursday, July 30

  New Ulm Police Chief Dave Borchert shared details of this year’s New Ulm Night Out.   The evening will consist of family and children activities, vehicle fair,  Lifesaver Awards presentation, music with the Schell’s Hobo Band, Grease Fire Demonstration, several food options and non profit groups and organizations.  New Ulm Night Out is Thursday, July […]
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