Thu, 04/18/2024 - 6:16pm

The New Prague Fire Department and North Memorial Ambulance responded to a two vehicle crash east of New Prague on highways 19/13 around 5 p.m. Thursday, April 18. According to a preliminary report...

Jarrod Schoenecker photo

The 2024 Miss Czech Slovak Minnesota royalty and distinguished guests, from the right, Miss Czech Slovak Wisconsin Queen 2023-2024 Trinity Pesko; Junior Ambassadors R. J. Timmerman and Keely Kluzak; 2nd Princess Alexia Timmerman, Queen Sarah Langridge, 1st Princess Gabrielle Stoudt; Junior Ambassadors Ella Flicek and Kailey Flicek; Miss Czech Slovak U.S. 1st Runner Up Drew Henja. Missing from the photo was Lilli Sticha.

Wed, 04/17/2024 - 4:29pm

Dual-citizen Langridge crowned 2024-2025 Miss Czech Slovak Minnesota

First boy Junior Ambassador entered into program Saturday evening was a gathering from around the state at the Montgomery American Legion for the 35th Annual Miss Czech Slovak Minnesota Pageant....

Carrie Simon, her husband Russ, and their children, Lucas, 16, and Liam, 9, will be the guests of honor at the annual Roman Barten Memorial Breakfast Sunday, April 14, at the KC Hall in New Prague.

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:26pm

For Simon family, benefit a chance to say thanks for support

Carrie Simon, of Montgomery, went to the doctor in early 2022 thinking it would be a typical doctor visit. In February of 2022, she went through surgery. She and her husband, Russ, believed it was...

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:17pm

Family accuses NPPD of racial profiling

The Koko and Sam Tarr family of New Prague told New Prague City Council they had concerns their son was racially profiled and was being harassed by a member of the New Prague Police Department. The...

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New Prague Times

Young riders who participated in HIS Haven Ranch’s program are, from left, Rufus Schowalter, Analicia Ferkey and sisters Emmy and Isla Nelson. HIS Haven Ranch held a BBQ lunch and exhibition Saturday, Oct. 7, at its site near Montgomery. (Patrick Fisher photo)

Ranch offers different type of care for horses, people

New Prague Times

There’s something about the responsibility and caring for a horse and what the animal gives back to caregivers that brings peace to the people who come to HIS Haven Ranch. The ranch offers people who suffer from anxiety, depression, self-harm or suicidal thoughts, even eating disorders a mix of...

The New Prague American Legion Post 45 has helped people in need with previously-used medical equipment including wheelchairs and walkers. While helping veterans is their top priority, the post is also open to helping community members in need. (John Mueller photo)

N.P. American Legion helping people in need get around

New Prague Times

Carole Entinger had a need she couldn’t easily meet and feared it would cost her the opportunity to participate in one of her favorite activities. Thanks to New Prague American Legion Post 45, the local woman’s problems are behind her. Entinger enjoys participating in a crocheting group that meets...

Keri A. Smith Metzdorff, 51 - Death Notice

New Prague Times

Keri A. Smith Metzdorff, age 51, of New Prague, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17,, 2023, in Rochester, MN.

New Prague running back Hunter LeCuyer (20) broke through the defensive line and looked for a route to the end zone late in the fourth quarter of Wednesday night's game against St. Cloud Tech at Trojan Stadium.

Trojans roll over St. Cloud Tech

New Prague Times

Scoring early and often, the New Prague High School football team steamrolled St. Cloud Tech, 35-7, in the Trojans' regular-season finale Wednesday evening, Oct. 18. At 6-2, the win sends New Prague into the section playoffs on a roll with a two-game winning streak after the Oct. 6 loss to...

Members of the NPHS boys' soccer team were all smiles after receiving their section championship trophy Tuesday, Oct. 17. The Trojans topped Lakeville North, 2-1, to win a state tournament berth.

Trojans win boys' section soccer crown, advance to state

New Prague Times

UPDATED: Trojans will face Woodbury in state quarterfinal match Tuesday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., at Farmington High School. After scoring two goals in the first half, the New Prague High School boys' soccer team withstood serious pressure from Lakeville North to win the Section 1AAA soccer championship...

Lyle George Nagel, 80

New Prague Times, Montgomery Messenger

Lyle George Nagel, 80, of New Prague passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023, of cancer at his home in New Prague. Lyle was born on December 14, 1942, to Henry and Lorraine Nagel. He was born on the family farm in Belle Plaine, MN. After graduation from Belle Plaine Senior High, Lyle served in...

Rita M. (Sevcik) Jasan, 91

New Prague Times, Montgomery Messenger, LifeEnterprise

Rita M. (Sevcik) Jasan, age 91, of Lonsdale, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis after a heart attack the previous Saturday. Rita was able to spend her last days visiting with all of her children and grandchildren. Her family and...

JoAnn L. Meinke, 90

New Prague Times

JoAnn L. Meinke, age 90, of Northfield and formerly of Webster died on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Three Links Care Center, Northfield. Private graveside services will be held for the family at St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Webster. Arrangements are being completed by the Boldt Funeral Home...

The Trojans celebrated their first place win and trophy Monday, Oct. 9, at practice following the Simley Invitational. (Submitted photo)

Trojans swim their way to big wins over Wildcats, at Simley

New Prague Times

Swimmers are by design aiming to be logging their best times at the end of the season. New Prague’s swimmers pulled off a pair of big wins in the past week, topping Waconia in a dual meet and winning an invitational at Simley. After yesterday’s dual meet at Chanhassen, Oct. 11, the Trojans will be...

Trojans’ quarterback Will Seymour (10) fired a completed pass to Michael Beckius (11) in the second half of New Prague’s loss to Northfield Friday night at Trojans Stadium. Beckius finished the game with three catches for 39 yards. (John Mueller photo)

Trojans suffer a tough ‘L’ to Northfield

New Prague Times

From the outside looking in, a rematch against Northfield down the road might be just what the New Prague High School football team would order up if it could. Sadly, for the Trojans, such a possibility is not on the menu for now. They’ll have to live with the 22-19 loss and learn from mistakes...