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Lakefield pool honoring Windom season passes
Due to the flooding at Island Park, the rest of the season at the Windom Pool is in doubt. The floodwaters got into the pool, meaning the pool will need to be emptied and deep cleaned before it can potentially be refilled. However, that cannot happen until floodwater completely recedes from the area.
Flooding forces some park closures
While flood waters have consumed portions of Windom (mainly Island Park, which is completely closed), the rest of Cottonwood County seems relatively un-phased as of last Friday afternoon. Cottonwood County Public Works Director Nick Klisch said there were a couple of exceptions, with Pat’s Grove near Heron Lake and Mountain...
CITY APPROVES STATE OF EMERGENCY
The New Ulm City Council approved a state of emergency declaration after the Cottonwood River flooded and crews kept it free of debris. Debris from fallen trees had piled into and then underneath the Cottonwood Bridge. City crews had to remove the debris frequently. There is also concern that continued runoff and flooding due to ground saturation and rain yet this week. New Ulm Police Chief and Emergency Management Director Dave Borchert says costs due to any type debris cleanup or pumping of the Minnesota River would be reimbursed due to being preventative measures. Overtime, street time an staffing costs have all been recorded.
Red Cross to set up disaster resource center today and Saturday
The Red Cross will be setting up a disaster resource center in Windom for residents hit hardest by the flooding. The center is for residents who have either a destroyed home or homes with major flood damage. The Red Cross follows FEMA’s damage classifications. The disaster resource center will...
Crystal Johnson
New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce Office Manager Crystal Johnson reminds us the next Farmers Market is Saturday 9am-12noon at A to Zinnia Floral and Gifts and First South Street. Get ready for the next Car and Bike Roll-In Friday, July 12th. Applications are being accepted until July 31st for Network New Ulm.
Friday Night Sports: 7-5
NEW ULM, Minn. (KEYC) - The Upper Midwest Classic legion baseball tournament continued this afternoon. Mankato National defeated Elk River 4-1. Omaha Gross defeated Mankato American 2-0. Sleepy Eye defeated Marshall 12-3. New Ulm Jr. Legion defeated Waconia 5-3. All the action resumes tomorrow morning at 9:30 a.m.
Disaster relief available at BARC
The Red Cross is setting up a disaster resource center in Windom for residents hardest hit by the flooding. This center is for residents who have a destroyed home or a home with major flood damage. The Red Cross follows FEMA’s damage classifications. The disaster resource center will be...
Churches bolster relief efforts
Many local churches in the Windom area have stepped up to meet needs both in their own congregation and outside of the faith community. The volunteer efforts are very diverse and range from helping sandbag and loading up debris to making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and providing lunches and support for other local relief workers.
Weather woes challenge area golf courses
FAIRMONT – It is the season for golf – or at least it should be. The persistent rain we have seen this year has put a significant pause on multiple courses from opening completely or even at all. Courses like the 18-hole Interlaken are operating with only the back nine available to play.
‘Cup’ expands with food truck
FAIRMONT– Seth and Elizabeth Lintelman, owners of the beloved Cup N’ Saucer, have expanded their business with the addition of a new food truck. The Lintelman’s goal is to provide the community with their food while also having flexibility when it comes to their family. The brick...
Market vendors share their stories
FAIRMONT — The summer season is progressing, and so are vendors at this year’s Fairmont Farmers’ Market. Several shop owners have served the Farmers’ Market for years, providing home-baked and garden-grown goods to local consumers. Since the county has reached significantly warmer (and fairly rainy) climates, owners and customers alike have been bustling and flocking to the 5 Lakes Centre Mall to take a gander at a wide, diverse collection of distributed goods and indulge their summer shopping list.
Robert D. Larson
BURNSVILLE — Visitation for Robert “Bob” Dale Larson, age 82, of Burnsville, Minn., formerly of Fairmont, Minn., will be from 4-7 p.m. Monday, July 8, at Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, at Bethel Evangelical Free Church in Fairmont, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Those wishing to view the service may do so on the following link, https://youtube.com/live/REtHUz793sw. Memorials are preferred to Options Pregnancy Center or Bethel Evangelical Free Church in Fairmont.
Minnesota Moo-seum Extravaganza: Inside The World’s Largest Cow Collection
NEW ULM, MN – Nestled just outside New Ulm in the quaint village of Bernadotte, Minnesota, lies a charming spectacle: the world’s largest cow collection. For nearly four decades, Ruth Klossner has devoted herself to collecting cow-themed items, amassing an astonishing 16,336 pieces. Visitors are always welcome to...
New Ulm man injured in tractor accident
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Authorities airlift a man to a hospital on Wednesday after an accident involving a tractor. The Brown County Sheriff’s Office says first responders arrived to Shirly’s Park, near New Ulm, around 6:30 Wednesday night. According to the initial investigation, 57-year old Brian Domeier of...
New Ulm man run over by tractor while removing trees at campground
NEW ULM, Minn. — A man suffered serious injuries Wednesday evening after being run over by a tractor in southern Minnesota.The Brown County Sheriff's Office says it received multiple 911 calls from Shirley's Park reporting a person had been run over by a tractor at 6:25 p.m.A 57-year-old man from New Ulm was operating the loader tractor for tree removal and had been standing in front of the right rear tractor tire when it jumped into a forward gear, running him over, investigators say. He was transported to the hospital by air ambulance.The operatorless tractor continued moving, striking a nearby camper and two vehicles.A 72-year-old woman from Texas also suffered minor injuries after being struck by an unknown object.The incident is under investigation.
Clean N Sober Bike Rally celebrating third anniversary
COMFREY, Minn. (KEYC) - The Clean N Sober Bike Rally in Comfrey is about to celebrate its third anniversary. The rally features band performances, vendors, a bike show, and more, all while being a substance-free event. The first year, it was held in Sanborn at the Soldiers and Sailors Park. Last year, it was moved to the organizers’ farm.
NEW ULM MAN HURT IN SHIRLEY’S PARK INCIDENT
A New Ulm man was hurt in an incident at Shirley’s Park near New Ulm Wednesday evening. The Brown County Sheriff’s Office received multiple 911 calls at 6:25 pm say a person was run over by a tractor. The initial investigation indicates 57-year-old Brian Domeier was operating an Allis Chalmers tractor for tree removal. He was standing in front of the right rear tractor tire when it jumped into a forward gear, running over Domeier. The tractor continued moving and struck a nearby camper trailer and twoChevrolet Equinoxes. Domeier was airlifted from the scene. No word on the severity of his injuries. Another person, 72-year-old Gloria Voth of Harlingen, Texas suffered minor injuries when she was struck by an unknown object. The incident remains under investigation.
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