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Northfield to build new water tower in northwest area
By Rich Larson The City of Northfield is moving forward with plans to construct a new water tower in the city’s northwest area, a project
Beumer discusses life on the City Council as Northfield prepares for council turnover
By Rich Larson As Northfield prepares for significant turnover on the City Council next year, one of its newest members says the experience has been
Morning Sportsline, 5-27-26
Tim and Rich talk the Minnesota Twins, the Vegas Golden Knights sweeping the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL Western Conference Final, the release of PWHL
Third Thursday Schedule Released by Friends of Downtown Northfield
By Rich Larson The Friends of Downtown Northfield have announced the return of the popular Third Thursday Street Dance series, bringing live music, food, and
Pursell Highlights Key Accomplishments in Divided Legislature
By Rich Larson Despite describing the recently concluded legislative session as challenging, Rep. Kristi Pursell pointed to several significant accomplishments she and her Democratic colleagues
DJJD Committee now accepting Ambassador applications
By Rich Larson The Defeat of Jesse James Days (DJJD) Committee is seeking applicants for its 2026 Ambassador and Junior Ambassador programs, inviting young residents
Controversial Northfield Townhouse Development explained
By Maya Betti Northfield City Council voted unanimously on May 5 to move forward with a proposed 71-unit townhome development west of Northfield Middle School,
Pursell Reflects on Challenging, Emotional Close to Legislative Session
By Rich Larson Minnesota Rep. Kristi Pursell (D-Northfield) of District 58A described the end of the 2026 legislative session as emotionally complex, marked by both
Northfield First Responders Train Together for Rare but Critical Threats
By Rich Larson Mass shootings and active shooter incidents, once considered rare, have become a persistent concern for public safety agencies across the United States.
Harvest Hills Project Will Be Back at Center Stage at Tonight’s Northfield City Council Meeting
By Rich Larson Northfield City Council members will convene tonight in the Council Chambers at City Hall for a meeting that combines routine business with
Northfield event aims to demystify advance care planning for all ages
By Rich Larson Northfield residents will have an opportunity this Thursday evening to confront a topic many avoid but all will face: how to ensure
Northfield School Board Approves 2026–2027 District Budget with Surplus
By Rich Larson The Northfield School Board has officially approved the district’s 2026–2027 budget, marking a key step in preparations for the upcoming school year
Rice County Urges Motorcycle Safety as Riding Season Begins
By Rich Larson As May is Motorcycle Awareness Month, and with Memorial Day Weekend on the horizon, Rice County Public Health is reminding drivers and
Northfield Public Library will add a new Bookmobile stop in Dundas
By Rich Larson The Northfield Public Library is expanding its reach with a new bookmobile stop in Dundas, marked by a community celebration this coming
Northfield Union of Youth to Open New Resource Space, “The Lock,” Next to The Key
By Rich Larson The Northfield Union of Youth is preparing to open a major expansion of its longtime downtown youth center with the launch of
Study Shows Declining Enrollment, Shifting Demographics in Northfield Schools
By Rich Larson The Northfield School Board received a detailed look Monday night at how changing demographics, housing patterns and birth rates are shaping the
Faribault Kicks Off Popular Friday Night Car Cruises This Week
By Rich Larson Faribault’s streets will soon be gleaming with chrome and classic style as the Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce launches its 2026 Car
Parking takes center stage at Northfield City Council discussions
By Rich Larson Parking — a perennial topic in Northfield — is back on the City Council’s agenda, with recent discussions focusing on short-term downtown
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