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Strong winds downed trees and power lines across parts of south-central Minnesota Thursday night, and caused damage to at least one home in McLeod County. The storm brought hail and straight-line winds to many parts …
24 Aug 12
A New Ulm man faces felony stalking and other charges for allegedly threatening to destroy his neighbor’s porch. 56-year-old Mitchell Hottman is accused of telling his neighbors on South Jefferson Street in New Ulm that …
24 Aug 12
The drought affecting over half of the nation is worsening, and Minnesota continues to get drier as well. State Climatologist Pete Boulay says that about a third of the state is in moderate to severe …
24 Aug 12
The New Ulm District 88 School Board on Thursday announced the appointment of a new principal for Washington Elementary and approved 4 years worth of teacher contracts. Les Koppendrayer will officially retire as principal of …
24 Aug 12
New and returning MSU students began arriving in Mankato this week, and law enforcement officials in the Mankato area will now be targeting underage alcohol consumption as the new school year gets underway. A $4,000 …
24 Aug 12
A new ride at the Minnesota State Fair left some people high and dry on opening day. Officials say the Stratosphere Swing Tower got stuck Thursday afternoon when a latch did not engage properly and …
24 Aug 12
The tab has topped $100,000 for the Minnesota Senate’s legal costs related to a lawsuit from a former aide terminated after an affair with the top Republican leader. Former senior communications aide Michael Brodkorb sued …
24 Aug 12
With campaign season getting in full swing, the Minnesota Department of Transportation is reminding the public about campaign sign placement rules. Unauthorized objects in state highway rights of way are prohibited. Campaign signs may not …
24 Aug 12
The 33rd annual New Ulm Farm City Hub Club Farm Show takes place today (FRI) and Saturday at the New Ulm Civic Center. Hub Club Spokesperson Michele Schroeder says that the Farm Show has a …
