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August 20, 2025

MINIMUM WAGE GOING UP JANUARY 1

Minnesota’s minimum wage is going up January 1.  The state rate will rise to $11.41 an hour with a training wage of $9.31 for workers under 20 during their first 90 days.  The increase reflects a 2.5% adjustment for inflation.  Employers must notify workers of the change before the new rates take effect.     […]

August 20, 2025

ONE ARRESTED IN WINTHROP NARCOTIC SEARCH

The Sibley County Sheriff’s Office and Winthrop Police Department executed a search warrant at 213 South Nicollet Street in Winthrop Tuesday in connection to an investigation into Michael Lee Doering and his involvement in the possession, use and trafficking of controlled substances in Winthrop area.  Authorities seized approximately 14.2 grams of methamphetamine.  Doering was arrested […]

August 20, 2025

FLOOD WARNINGS FOR THE COTTONWOOD RIVER AT NEW ULM, ABOVE SPRINGFIELD

A flood warning is in effect for the Cottonwood River at New Ulm and above Springfield until late Thursday night.  At 8 pm Tuesday, the Cottonwood at New Ulm measured 11.3 feet and is expected to rise to a crest of 11.6 feet this (Wednesday) and then fall below flood stage Thursday morning.  Flood stage […]

August 20, 2025

New Ulm Police Calls as of Wednesday Afternoon Over 6,600 for the Year

  New Ulm Police Commander Dean Barstad said this year’s calls for service is on par with last year.   Effective July 1, Lane splitting and filtering became lawful for motorcycles.  Be mindful of increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic with back to school time.        

August 20, 2025

PRINCESS KAY OF THE MILKY WAY CROWNED TO BE TONIGHT (WEDNESDAY)

The 72nd Princess Kay of the Milky Way will be crowned tonight (Wednesday) on the Leinie Lodge Bandshell stage on the state fairgrounds.  Ten finalists are up for the crown including Lauren Steffl of Brown County.  She is the daughter of Tim Steffl and Leah Sandbo and will be a senior at South Dakota State […]

August 19, 2025

47 NEW ULM AREA GRADUATES RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS

Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center has awarded its largest dollar amount in scholarships for future health care workers, granting a total of $235,000 in scholarships to 47 college students pursuing degrees in nursing and other health care-related fields thanks to donors to the Allina Health Foundation.  The students each received between $2500 and $7000 […]

August 19, 2025

JOHN TROCKE STIFTUNGSFEST

President of the Stiftungsfest Committee John Trocke talked about all you can do and eat at Stiftungsfest in Norwood Young America this weekend.  Lots of music, activities and those famous Stfitungsfest burgers!   Activities start Thursday evening at 5 pm.                            

August 19, 2025

Applications Being Accepted For New Ulm Boards and Commissions

If you are interested in serving on a New Ulm Board or Commission or just want to find out more about opportunities to get involved in the community, visit the city website.  New Ulm Mayor Kathleen Backer reviews the applications and makes recommendations to the City Council each January.        

August 19, 2025

Gaylord’s Eggstravaganza a Big Success

Gaylord Chamber of Commerce President Mike Feterl  thanked everyone involved with Eggstravaganza Weekend August 7-August 10th.  He also saluted the volunteers that helped at Walsh Field the first weekend of the State Amateur Baseball Tournament.        

August 19, 2025

A-G ELLISON SUES TIKTOK

Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit today (Tuesday) against TikTok, Inc. accusing the company of violating Minnesota’s consumer protection laws and harming young users’ mental health.  The suit claims TikTok intentionally designed its platform to be addictive, exploiting young people’s developmental vulnerabilities to boost profits.  Features like TikTok LIVE and virtual currencies are cited […]
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