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NEW ULM — At the 18th Annual ArtScape Juried Art Show at The Grand Center for Arts and Culture, the intersection of art, life and mortality took center stage through the work of St. Peter…

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NEW ULM — Community members gathered Wednesday afternoon at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway on 23rd for a session focused entirely…

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Douglas Benson

NEW ULM—Douglas Benson, 78, of New Ulm, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at his home in New Ulm surrounded by his loved ones. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in New Ulm. Pastor Kathleen Ulland-Klinkner will officiate. Burial will follow in the New Ulm City

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THUMBS DOWN Brown County cow confirmed for rabies The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirmed a Brown County Hereford heifer tested positive for rabies earlier this month. The cow’s owner noticed odd behavior on Sept. 1, including lying flat with its head down. By Sept 3. The animal began showing other symptoms including uncoordinated…

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Endorsing Aaron Petersen for Nicollet County Sheriff

As the former Sheriff of Nicollet County, I had the privilege of serving this community for 23 years. During that time, I also had the opportunity to work closely with Aaron Petersen for more than 20 years. I have watched Aaron grow professionally, take on greater responsibilities, and develop into the leader and law…

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Understanding the Permanent School Fund question on November ballot

As Minnesotans begin voting in the Nov. 3 general election, there is one question on every ballot that directly relates to public schools across our state. It concerns Minnesota’s Permanent School Fund — a resource that has been supporting public education for generations. The Permanent School Fund is not a new program or a…

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