A haze of smoke from wildfires in Canada and northern Minnesota drifted into the southern part of the state Thursday morning, July 16, and could be seen in the distance looking west along New Prague’s Main Street.
To celebrate the Fourth of July, Gopher State Railway Museum (GSRM), north of New Prague, held train rides on its historic train engine or cars.
Crews working on the new POPS (Praha Outdoor Performance Stage) facility north of West Main Street were busy Wednesday, July 1, installing a nearly two-ton glulam (glued laminated) timber beam in the front of the faci
Orioles use big numbers in a pair of DRS victories
Mike Meyer is honorary survivor at annual ACS Relay for Life
Mike Meyer knows all about luck – bad luck, good luck.
He’s seen his share of both.
After a tough extra-innings setback, a win was just what the doctor ordered for the Union Hill Bulldogs Sunday.
Elko New Market celebrated Fire Rescue Days Thursday, June 25, through Sunday, June 28, plus its annual Saturday, June 27, parade marked its 25th anniversary.
He entered the Special Olympics 2026 USA Games looking to enjoy the experience and do the best he could.
For New Prague’s Seth Dorner, mission accomplished.
The New Prague Trojan girls basketball team concluded a stretch of six games in 11 days last week, defeating Bloomington Jefferson and then losing to Section 1AAAA foes Lakeville South and Farmington.
The Trojans (3-7) travel to Moorhead this week for a holiday tournament. They play Osseo on Friday, Dec. 28, then will take on either Moorhead or Red Lake on Saturday, Dec. 29. They return to action Thursday, Jan. 3, with their Wright County Conference opener at Hutchinson.
2018 certainly has been an interesting year both not only in New Prague, but across the world.
Locally, New Prague has been blessed with many signs of growth and progress - new businesses opening, a new senior apartment complex nearing completion and a school system that is thriving. The city, school and Mayo Clinic Health System worked together to move the Fitness Center to the Central Education Campus building, where, partnered with the Aquatic Center, provides a complete center for both recreation and fitness that will benefit the community in an economical way.
The New Prague Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced today the promotion of Brooke Sticha to Executive Director. Brooke previously was the Event Coordinator for the chamber. “Brooke has played a vital role at the chamber office for the past four years. We are thrilled to have her accept the role as Executive Director and are confident that she will do a great job,” said Barb Skluzacek, President of the New Prague Chamber of Commerce. Brooke has been the interim Executive Director since mid-November of this year.
The Bolin Brothers gather around the piano during the Dec. 15 concert. From left is Joseph, Ben and John (seated). Ben Bolin is the pastor of Calvary ChurchThe trio, who come from a family of eight children, performed traditional Christmas songs, plus one they wrote together. (Patrick Fisher Photo)
The New Prague Trojan boys basketball team suffered a disappointing loss to Chanhassen Tuesday, Dec. 11, but rebounded with a come-from-behind win over Centennial Friday, Dec. 14, to go to 2-3 on the young season.
The team will travel to Farmington Friday, Dec. 21, for a game against a Section 1AAAA foe. They will compete in the East Ridge Tournament Thursday and Friday, Dec. 27, and 28. They take on Eastview at 6 p.m. Thursday and then face Rosemount at 6 p.m. Friday.
Due to the huge success of, and overwhelming community response to last February’s event, the New Prague Veterans Memorial Committee has decided to host another Music Fest fundraiser (NPVM Music Fest II).
The New Prague Trojan boys hockey team won one of three games last week. They started the week with a loss at Holy Angels, then hosted two northern teams over the weekend, defeating Duluth Denfeld and losing to Hermantown.
The Trojans (4-4) were scheduled to host Hutchinson Tuesday, Dec. 18, in a Wright County Conference game. They will travel to St. Michael-Albertville for a 2 p.m. game Saturday, Dec. 22.
We just want to take a minute today to invite you to Christmas. There are great churches in this community and we hope that you can find one that feels like home for you to worship at this year.
We represent diverse expressions, but we share a common hope: that in a manger there was born the Christ child the One who made the angels sing, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors.”
The New Prague Trojan girls basketball team had a rough week last week, losing two games decisively, then losing a third on a buzzer beater.
The Lonsdale City Council approved to slightly reduce the city’s tax rate in 2019 on Thursday night.
“The focus was to keep the tax levy the same,” said Mayor Tim Rud at the Lonsdale City Council meeting.
As such, the tax levy portion of next year’s budget was approved for $2,070,000. It will increase the city’s tax revenue by $206,600.
Pastors from New Prague’s Faith Community sent a message to the community urging them to share in the Christmas spirit and attend the church service of their choice during the holiday season.
Along with the message, found elsewhere on this page, they recorded a video of all the pastors sharing this message. That message was posted on The New Prague Times’ Facebook page Monday afternoon. Within five minutes, it already had several “likes,” meaning people had seen the video and clicked on the “like” button.
The following meeting has been cancelled.
The mayor and council members of Lonsdale want the public's input and suggestions on a project that could bring a senior independent living facility and new city hall and police department to the city.
To help weigh in on the discussion, the Lonsdale City Council is holding a public meeting on Monday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. at Lonsdale City Hall.
Gladys Kaderlik, 85, of Montgomery passed away on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018, in Montgomery at her home. Visitation will be on Sunday, Dec. 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Schoenbauer Funeral Home in Montgomery. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Dec. 17 at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery with visitation one hour prior at the funeral home.
Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in Montgomery.
Santa asks sisters Hayden, Trinity and Paige Ahlers to promise that they will be good for the next 10 days during Santa’s visit to First Bank & Trust in New Prague the evening of Thursday, Dec. 13. Santa visited with many children, talking to them and finding out what they want for Christmas. Children also received a goodie bag and enjoyed cookies and hot cider. For more see an upcoming print issue of The New Prague Times. (Patrick Fisher Photo)
John F. Bisek, age 91, of New Prague, died peacefully, surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Mala Strana Rehabilitation Center. John was born on May 11, 1927 in Helena Township, Scott County to Frank M. and Stephania (Mamer) Bisek. He attended St. Wenceslaus Catholic School and New Prague High School. John served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War and was honorably discharged, receiving 2 bronze service stars. On June 6, 1953, John married Dorothy C.
The New Prague Area Pickleball Association is holding an Information Session on Saturday, Dec. 15 to introduce people to the game of pickleball. The event will be held at the Central Education Campus gym from 8:30 to 10 a.m. (enter the gym through Entrance 12).
Instructors will be on hand to explain rules and move people through some easy drills on their way to playing actual games. All necessary equipment will be provided during this free event.
