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City trees and future budgets will take center stage at tonight’s Council work session
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council will turn its attention to trees and long‑range financial planning when it holds a work session tonight, according
DNR warns those burning this spring to take precautions, obtain a permit, and look into composting
By Charlie Mahler As yard clean-up begins in Southern Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding all Minnesotans to be careful with fires
The Naked Artist – Straight River Arts Festival, 3-9-26
Hosts Meredith Fierke, Tami Resler, and Jess Prill bring you a podcast about life through the lens of a working artist, and living creatively through
Big Spring Plans at Northfield Public Library
By Rich Larson The Northfield Public Library is heading into spring with a packed calendar of programs and a renewed focus on accessibility as demand
Rep. Kristi Pursell discusses gun violence prevention, and community connections
By Rich Larson State Rep. Kristi Pursell, (D‑Northfield) said the pace of the 2026 legislative session is beginning to feel more manageable, even as the
Allina Clinic Purchase Headed for April 7 Council Vote
By Charlie Mahler Northfield Hospital + Clinics plans to bring its proposal to purchase the Allina Health Northfield Clinic to the Northfield City Council’s April
Thomas discusses reasons for retirement
By Rich Larson Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas announced earlier this year that he will retire at the end of his current term on
Northfield History Center launches capital campaign
By Charlie Mahler As Northfield prepares to commemorate the 150th anniversary of its defeat of the James-Younger Gang, the Northfield History Center is kicking off
City Council approves interim Sustainable Building Policy fix
By Maya Betti The Northfield City Council voted unanimously March 3 to approve a short-term fix to its Sustainable Building Policy that will provide flexibility
Faribault names new snowplows
By Rich Larson And, it took a little longer than expected for the City of Faribault’s newest snowplows to arrive — but they’re finally here.
County will offer a free webinar for parents and caretakers of teens about cannabis use
By Charlie Mahler Rice County is offering a free webinar on Thursday, March 5, from 6 to 8 p.m for parents and those who work
Pursell Backs ‘Common Sense’ Gun Safety Measures Amid Emotional Week at Capitol
By Rich Larson State Rep. Kristi Pursell said a series of proposed gun safety measures at the Minnesota Legislature are both necessary and overdue, describing
Northfield finishes third in Boys Swim & Dive State Championships
By Ainsley Schafer In competitions where victory is defined by hundredths of a second, every point matters – something Northfield High School’s Boys Swim and
Northfield weighs climate policy fix ahead of March 3 meeting
Northfield weighs climate policy fix ahead of March 3 meeting With Northfield’s electric grid too congested to accommodate new solar projects, councilors are weighing an
Northfield girls basketball team advances to semifinal sectional
By Ainsley Schafer, KYMN News Intern With a 74-44 win over the Austin High School Packers Wednesday, the Northfield girls basketball team advanced to the
Board Contracts with MSBA to Lead Superintendent Search After Hillmann Announcement
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The search for the next leader of Northfield Public Schools is officially underway following Superintendent Matt Hillmann’s announcement that he
Roach, Lieske Assume Leadership Roles in New Minnesota Freedom Caucus
By Charlie Mahler, KYMN News Local Republican state legislators Drew Roach and Bill Lieske have accepted leadership roles in the newly formed Minnesota Freedom Caucus,
Multiple Raiders teams in position for tournament runs
By Charlie Mahler, KYMN News In the midst of a historic winter sports season, Northfield High School Activities Director John Mahal visited KYMN In the
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