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Water Main Break Creates Sinkhole, Closes Section of Prospect Drive in Northfield
By Rich Larson A water main break in Northfield has created a sinkhole and forced the closure of a section of Prospect Drive while city
Northfield City Council to Vote on Preliminary 2027 Tax Levy Tonight
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council will meet tonight, with the most significant item on the agenda being a vote to establish the city’s
Malecha Criticizes the timing of Rice County Cuts to Outside Agencies
By Rich Larson The Rice County Board of Commissioners has voted to cut funding for outside agencies by 10 percent in 2027, a decision Commissioner
Friends of the Northfield Public Library to Feature Curtis Ingvoldstad documentary at Annual Meeting
By Rich Larson The Friends of the Northfield Public Library will combine art, film and a little bit of absurdity at their annual meeting next
Rice County Public Health Urges Motorists to Buckle Up During Statewide Safety Campaign
By Rich Larson Rice County Public Health and the Rice County Safe Roads Coalition are reminding motorists that seat belts and properly installed child safety
Schroepfer discusses School Resource Officers, D.A.R.E. program, and more
By Rich Larson With students back in classrooms, the Northfield Police Department is renewing its work inside local schools while reminding drivers about an important
Northfield EV Event to Put Test Drives Toward Tree Planting
By Rich Larson Northfield residents will have an opportunity to get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle later this month while also helping put
Dundas Oktoberfest Returns Saturday with Music, Food and Family Activities
By Rich Larson Downtown Dundas will take on a distinctly Bavarian feel Saturday as the fourth annual Dundas Oktoberfest brings a full day of music,
Northfield Council to Set Preliminary 2027 Tax Levy Tuesday
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council will take an important step toward setting the city’s 2027 budget Tuesday night when it votes on a
Northfield Schools Put Greater Focus on Students’ Social and Emotional Skills
By Rich Larson Reading, math and science remain central to a student’s education, but Northfield Public Schools is also putting increased emphasis on whether students
Northfield Hispanic Heritage Celebration Returns Saturday
By Rich Larson Music, dancing, food and art will fill Central Park on Saturday as Northfield hosts its ninth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration. The free
Carleton to Eliminate Loans from Financial Aid Packages Beginning in 2027
By Rich Larson Carleton College will eliminate student loans from all need-based financial aid packages beginning with the 2027-28 academic year, placing the Northfield school
The Raider Wrap DJJD Edition 9-12-2026
It’s a busy weekend for the Defeat of Jesse James Days. Don’t miss any of the excitement from the week. Stay in the know with
Northfield Looks to Bridge Projects as Opportunity to Improve Highway 3 Safety
By Rich Larson With three major bridge replacement projects on the horizon, Northfield officials say the next several years will offer a rare opportunity to
Loon Liquors Brings a Taste of History to Defeat of Jesse James Days
By Rich Larson Loon Liquors is getting into the spirit of the Defeat of Jesse James Days this weekend by offering visitors a taste of
Northfield to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Hasse Ryt-Way Arena
By Rich Larson The City of Northfield will officially open the new Hasse Ryt-Way Arena next Wednesday with an evening of ceremonies, tours, skating and
Northfield Approves $25,000 Settlement in Wall Street Road Culvert Dispute
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council has agreed to pay $25,000 to settle a threatened lawsuit stemming from construction of a new culvert along
Northfield Earns Highest GreenStep Recognition for Sustainability Efforts
By Rich Larson The City of Northfield is once again receiving recognition for its work to conserve resources, improve efficiency and become a more environmentally
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