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Comprehensive News Feed for New Ulm, TX.

Results 1 - 20 of 34 in New Ulm, TX

  1. Richard HesseRead the original story

    Friday Jul 18 | Journal

    Richard Hesse, 91, of New Ulm, died Monday, July 14, 2008 at the Sleepy Eye Care Center in Sleepy Eye.

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  2. Paul Martin FureyRead the original story

    Saturday Jul 5 | Journal

    Paul Martin Furey, age 43, of Frazee, MN, and formerly of New Ulm, died Thursday, July 3, 2008 at his parents' home in Frazee surrounded by his family.

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    Related Topix: New Ulm, MN, Detroit Lakes, MN, Vergas, MN

  3. Our View: What's wrong with polka?Read the original story

    Jun 9, 2008 | The Mankato Free Press

    ... the way they were years ago and that adult interest is waning, but that doesn't mean the genre is dead. A trip to New Ulm provides plenty of proof. Festivals are still designed around old-time music, including the ever-popular Octoberfest. Mankato ...

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    Related Topix: Mankato, MN, Sleepy Eye, MN, New Ulm, MN, Opinion

  4. Our View: What's wrong with polka?Read the original story

    Jun 9, 2008 | Free Press

    ... the way they were years ago and that adult interest is waning, but that doesn't mean the genre is dead. A trip to New Ulm provides plenty of proof. Festivals are still designed around old-time music, including the ever-popular Octoberfest. Mankato ...

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    Related Topix: Sleepy Eye, MN, New Ulm, MN, Mankato, MN, Opinion

  5. Menard plat on NU Council agenda tonightRead the original story

    Jun 2, 2008 | Journal

    ... west U.S. Highway 14 tops the City Council's agenda tonight. The council also will be asked to award the bid for the New Ulm Public Library roof top replacement Phase II project for replacing the heating, venting and air conditioning units to Ahrens ...

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  6. New Ulm Volunteer Fire Department Members elect new Fire ChiefRead the original story

    Jun 1, 2008 | Topix

    On May 20th, the membership of the New Ulm Fire Department elected a new fire chief for the volunteer fire department. The vote was 23-20 to replace Floyd Tonn with Keenan Hale. Mr. Tonn has been a member of the department since 1962 and has served as chief for 20 years. Mr. Hale has lived in the New Ulm area for about six years and has beena member of the department since he moved here. He is also a member of the Cat Spring VFD. Members also elected Donald Brokmeyer as President, Ed Rice as 1st Vice President, Henry Foerster Jr. as 2nd Vice President, Douglas Luedke as 2nd Assistant Chief, and Brenda Tonn as secretary-treasurer.

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  7. Leona E. HansenRead the original story

    Jun 1, 2008 | WisInfo

    ... styling hair for both men and women. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: David E. and Debbie Hansen, New Ulm, Texas; one daughter: Gerene Hansen-Beckley, Frederick, Md.; one grandson: David E. (Mandy) Hansen Jr., New Ulm, Texas; two ...

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  8. Cecilia AlbrechtRead the original story

    May 30, 2008 | Journal

    ' Cecilia Albrecht, 93, of New Ulm died Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the New Ulm Medical Center in New Ulm.

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  9. Dedicated to students with special .....Read the original story

    May 29, 2008 | Journal

    ... someone's life better." Dauer grew up on a farm; attended a Catholic grade school in Searles; and graduated from New Ulm High School. She worked for State Bond and Mortgage Company; then followed her husband to Texas, where his job with the Air ...

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    Related Topix: Kids, Family, New Ulm, MN, Adolescents and Pre-Teens

  10. YFS golf tourney fundraiser a successRead the original story

    May 27, 2008 | The Sealy News

    Youth and Family Services held its seventh annual golf tournament fundraiser April 19 at The Falls in New Ulm.

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  11. N.U. Lions Club seeks scholarship applicationsRead the original story

    May 19, 2008 | Topix

    The New Ulm Lions Club Scholarship Award is open to any full time sophomore, junior or senior college student with at least a 2.5 G.P.A. Applications will be accepted from students attending junior college, four year college, graduate school and/or accredited technical school. Scholarship applications may be picked up from Schulz General Store, Industry State Bank - New Ulm, or New Ulm Enterprise. Applicants must be a resident of 78931, 78933, 78944, or 78950 zip code areas. Completed applications must be mailed to the New Ulm Lions Club, P.O. Box 242, New Ulm, TX 78950 postmarked no later than June 13, 2008. No late or incomplete applications will be accepted.

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  12. Katy Man Shoots For GoldRead the original story

    May 12, 2008 | Click2Houston.com

    ... Benning in Georgia. But several times a year, Eller, Holguin, and a few friends retreat to the Eller family farm in New Ulm -- a quiet, sleepy town 30 minutes from Sealy. "Actually Glenn and his family refer to the piece of property as a farm. First ...

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  13. New Truck for NUVFDRead the original story

    May 4, 2008 | Topix

    The New Ulm Volunteer Fire Department now has a new booster truck. The 2008 ford F-350 Super Duty truck was purchased with the assistance of $25,000 Community Development Partnership Program Grant from LCRA and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Inc. The truck replaces a 1981 Chevrolet booster truck and will be a great asset to the New Ulm VFD - especially in cases of small brush and grass fires and other small blazes.

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  14. Fate of the FaithfulRead the original story

    Apr 14, 2008 | Minnesota Monthly

    ... low-key Flynn would be unlikely to make.) The Star Tribune soberly noted that Nienstedt, previously the bishop of New Ulm, "has pushed for an amendment to the state Constitution defining marriage as between one man and one woman and has taken ...

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  15. Oktoberfest Oct 4thRead the original story

    Apr 11, 2008 | Topix

    The New Ulm Chamber of Commerce theme for this year's Oktoberfest is "New Ulm in the 1920s". People are encouraged to wear period clothes or Old West attire. Details to follow.

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  16. BP MS 150Read the original story

    Mar 26, 2008 | Topix

    The BP MS 150 Bike Ride rolls through town April 12-13th on their way to Austin. Join the movement and help raise money for Multiple Sclerosis. Details can be found at www.MS150.org.

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  17. Austin County adopts letter to TXDOT opposing CorridorRead the original story

    Mar 26, 2008 | Topix

    Austin County Commissioners adopted a letter of opposition to Trans Texas Corridor when they met Monday March 10th. The letter outlines the parks and managed lands, wetlands, archeological and historical resources and socio-economic characteristics of Austin County. The letter concludes, "This Court recognizes the need for a 20 year plus transportation plan. It does not support a total destruction of our Texas land to build a financial empire for campaign contributors or lobbyists. This great State has grown and thrives on the wisdom and prudence of past government leaders. We imnplore our current State leadership to excercise that same wisdom and selflessness.

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  18. Court Rescinds Burn BanRead the original story

    Mar 26, 2008 | Topix

    Austin County Commissioners rescinded the burn ban for the county but is urging everyone to be very cautious and use common sense. Call the Sheriff's Office when any controlled burn is scheduled.

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  19. New Ulm Lions Club Champagne ExtravaganzaRead the original story

    Mar 10, 2008 | Topix

    The New Ulm Lions Club Chambpagne Extravaganza will be held on Saturday, March 15 at Industry Firemen's Hall. This year's theme is Las Vegas Nights and tickets are $100 per couple. Tickets are available at Schulz General Store, both branches of Industry State Bank, or from any Lions club member. A 2008 chevrolet pickup truck will be given away during the evening. A wide selection of hors d'oeurves and champagne, along with casina games, a silent auction and dancing to the mnusic of the Gary Henneke Orchestra. Attire is formal/semi-formal. Doors open at 7:30pm and the Extravaganza begins at 8pm.

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  20. Armed Forces Appreciation dayRead the original story

    Mar 10, 2008 | Topix

    The New Ulm Chamber of Commerce will host Armed Forces Appreciation Day to honor all area veterans on Satruday, May 17 with a banquet at Firemen's Park in New Ulm, TX. Details to follow.

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