The Heart of New Ulm Project

07/24/2025

Stop by Rec on the Go now until 11:30 and meet the amazing Chalk Lady in action! While you're here don’t miss your chance to Move This Way around beautiful North Park.

Join us for some family fun at this special event during Rec on the Go from New Ulm Park and Recreation

07/16/2025

Join us for some family fun at this special event during Rec on the Go from New Ulm Park and Recreation

07/01/2025

Join us in welcoming Kaitlin to our Heart of New Ulm team!

06/21/2025

The Heart of New Ulm Project’s Safe Routes to School Action Team is pleased to promote June's SEE.SAFE.SMART. campaign message, which is “Protect Your Melon.” Read more in our column in the Journal at https://www.nujournal.com/opinion/columns/2025/06/18/protect-your-melon-while-biking/

According to the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota (BikeMN), research shows that up to 60 percent of deaths from bicycle crashes are the result of head trauma. The good news is that wearing a helmet makes a real difference! Helmets reduce the risk of head injury by 48 percent, traumatic brain injury by 53 percent, facial injury by 23 percent, and fatal injury by 34 percent. Protect YOUR melon!!

06/12/2025

06/10/2025

The 10th Annual Poker Walk is right around the corner! New this year: Poker Walk will be held on consecutive days this week, tomorrow (Wednesday) through Friday. For more information, check out the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce website! https://www.newulm.com/2025/04/14/poker-walk/

06/04/2025

Plan on coming out next week for the 10th Annual Poker Walk June 11-13, which combines the fun of a card game with the benefits of movement — all while spotlighting the businesses that help our community thrive. New this year: Instead of doing the walks once a week on Fridays in June, the event will now be held 3 days only, June 11 – 13, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Details below!

05/30/2025

The Heart of New Ulm Project’s Safe Routes to School Action Team is pleased to promote May’s SEE.SAFE.SMART. campaign message, which is “Drive 3 feet away — keep us safe.” Read more in our column in the Journal at https://www.nujournal.com/opinion/columns/2025/05/29/drive-3-feet-away-keep-us-safe/

Things you should know: 1) Minnesota state law requires a driver to have at least 3 feet distance to pass a bicyclist on the road for safety. While 3 feet is the minimum passing distance a motor vehicle must provide, more space is better and needed for safety at higher speeds. 2) On many narrow Minnesota roads, passing isn't always possible without changing lanes. That’s why since 2017, it’s been legal in Minnesota for a driver to pass a bicycle even in a “no passing” zone (double yellow line) if it’s safe to do so. This makes passing more convenient for drivers, but also safer for bicyclists.

Thanks to everyone in New Ulm for making a commitment to SEE people biking and walking, act SAFE, and be SMART.

05/20/2025

In addition to the Free Summer Meals for Kids program taking place this June and July, families may also be eligible for extra grocery support this summer. ☀️

Through the SUN Bucks program (formerly called Summer EBT or S-EBT), eligible families with children attending New Ulm Public Schools may receive $120 per child to help cover the cost of groceries.

If a New Ulm Public Schools student has been deemed eligible for free or reduced-price meals—either through a submitted application or as a participant in SNAP or MFIP as certified by MDE—they will automatically be enrolled in the SUN Bucks program.

Applications from other families are welcome and encouraged, and approval is based on eligibility. Families are encouraged to reach out if they are unsure about their status or if they need assistance completing an application.

05/14/2025

Great news! In an effort to discourage underage possession and consumption of alcohol, ma*****na and other controlled substances, the Brown County Commissioners unanimously approved a countywide social host ordinance (SHO) at their May 6, 2025, meeting. Studies indicate that social host ordinances are among the most effective and recommended ways to reduce underage drinking. Thanks to the Brown County Chemical Health Action Team for all their work helping bring attention to the need for this ordinance.

Brown County commissioners have unanimously approved a countywide social host ordinance.