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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
Hillmann Says Anderson Ready to Lead Northfield Schools to New Heights
By Rich Larson Northfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matt Hillmann offered a strong public endorsement of his successor, Dr. Tim Anderson, praising the school board’s
Dundas Growth Years in the Making: Mayor Says Planned Development Fueled by Long-Term Vision
By Rich Larson Dundas’ recent burst of housing and commercial activity may look like rapid growth from the outside, but Mayor Glenn Switzer says it
What’s next for the “Reimagine Northfield High School” project?
By Maya Betti Northfield school officials say the major renovation and expansion of Northfield High School will proceed on its original timeline, despite construction bids
Pursell Says Long Days, Late Nights Mark Final Legislative Push at the Capitol
By Rich Larson The Minnesota Legislature entered a high‑intensity phase last week as lawmakers worked long floor sessions and advanced a slate of major policy
31 Northfield High School Seniors sign to college athletics programs
By Ainsley Schafer More than two dozen graduating Northfield High School seniors have committed to continuing their athletic career at colleges and universities across the
Election Filing Period Opens Tuesday, May 19
Election season officially begins on Tuesday, May 19, with the opening of the initialcandidate filing period in Minnesota. Filing for municipal, county, state and federaloffices
Rice County Sheriff’s Office Urges Boaters, ATV Riders to Put Safety First as Summer Nears
By Rich Larson As warmer temperatures arrive and fishing opener weekend approaches, the Rice County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for another busy summer on the
Councilor Kathleen Holmes Won’t Seek Re-Election
By Charlie Mahler Joining two of her Northfield City Council colleagues, Ward 1 Councilor Kathleen Holmes told KYMN that she too won’t seek re-election this
Northfield Police Warn of Increase in Vehicle Thefts
By Charlie Mahler The Northfield Police Department issued a community alert on its Facebook page Monday noting an increase in vehicle thefts in the city.
Saturday is Final Spring Northfield Cleanup Day
By Charlie Mahler Northfield’s second and final spring cleanup day is set for Saturday. Residents are invited to drop off unwanted items at the Street
Peterson-White, Sokup Won’t Seek Re-Election
By Charlie Mahler The Northfield City Council will have at least two new faces after elections in November. Councilors Jessica Peterson White and Davin Sokup
City Promotes Slow Mow Summer to Benefit Bees, Butterflies
By Rich Larson Northfield residents are being encouraged to slow down on lawn mowing this year as part of the City of Northfield’s Slow Mow
Rice County Sheriff’s Office Brings Outdoor Safety Message to Northfield High School
By Rich Larson The best advice Rice County Sheriff’s Office Captain Nathan Budin offers outdoor enthusiasts is simple: tell someone where you’re going. Budin shared
Clock Ticking at Minnesota State Capitol as Lawmakers Push Through Final Weeks of Session
By Rich Larson With just over two weeks remaining in the legislative session, activity at the Minnesota State Capitol has intensified, blending policy debates with
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