On 07/21/18 at approximately 11:50am, Faribault Officers and Rice County Deputies responded to assist one adult female and three adult males who were stranded on the Cannon River in the area of 175th Street East in Cannon City Township. All four adults were stranded on the Cannon River after river currents pulled the females kayak into a downed tree and the males attempted rescue. Rice County Deputies located the trapped boaters using a Rescue UTV. Rice County Water Patrol Deputies and Dive Team members responded by boat, located and rescued all four parties and brought them to shore. Aubreona Hanson was transported by Deputies to an ambulance and subsequently flown by helicopter to a hospital. At last report the victim was in serious but stable condition. Media Release Water Rescue 072118
Northfield City Council to Swear In New Police Officer, Take Up Annexation and Ames Mill Dam Items Tonight
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council will convene tonight for a wide‑ranging meeting that blends ceremonial moments with significant policy decisions affecting growth, infrastructure
March 17, 2026
