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Each month on the last week of the month when the City Council takes week off, rather than a Council Meeting recap. Logan brings forward 10 questions all about Northfield and quizzes the Morning Show hosts to see how much they know.
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Northfield Cuts $1.4 million from Budget This Year – City Taxes Explained Part 4
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The final approval of budgets and tax levies for local governments is scheduled for the beginning of December. Each newscast this week will have a story about the City of
It’s Give to the Max Day – Here are some of the Northfield Non-Profits Fundraising Today
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Today is Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s largest 24-hour online giving campaign, and in Northfield, several non-profits use the day as one of their biggest fundraisers. See below some
Ice Arena & Staff Wages: The Major Driver of This Year’s Tax Increase – City Taxes Explained Part 3
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The final approval of budgets and tax levies for local governments is scheduled for the beginning of December. Each newscast this week will have a story about the City of
Birth Centers at Faribault to Close, Owatonna Reorganizes, Northfield Prepares for Regional Role
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Southern Minnesota community recently learned about the closing of one of its birth centers and the reorganization of another. Allina Health announced at the beginning of November that it
Northfield City Council Meeting Tonight 11/17/2025
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Northfield City Council meets tonight for a regular meeting. First on the agenda is a Public Hearing to certify 2025 Delinquent Utility Bills. The council will then move on
9.8% Average Yearly Increase in Northfield Taxes since 2016 – City Taxes Explained Part 2
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The final approval of budgets and tax levies for local governments is scheduled for the beginning of December. Each newscast this week will have a story about the City of
A Guide to the City of Northfield Budget & Tax Levy
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net & With Contribution from Maya Betti Editor’s note: Below you can find additional information about the budget, and this page will serve as a landing page until after the tax levy
Revenue Sources of the City – City Taxes Explained Part 1
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The final approval of budgets and tax levies for local governments is scheduled for the beginning of December. Starting today, each newscast this week will have a story about the
Winter Hazard Awareness Week (11/17-11/21) Informaiton
By Joe Johnson, Rice County Sheriff’s Office – Emergency Management As winter approaches, it’s critical to prepare for extreme cold, snow, and icy conditions. These storms can last a few hours or several days and cut off
Immigration and Customs Enforcement take one Person Into Custody on Tuesday in Northfield.
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net On Tuesday last week, there were several reports that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) had taken an undocumented immigrant into custody in Northfield. Images shared on social media appeared to
2026 Truth in Taxation Statements are in the Mail; What Does The Statement Mean?
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Truth in Taxation statements are now in the mail to all property owners in Rice County. The form provides an estimate of the property taxes you will pay in 2026
CAC looks to be “Rock for the Community.” Donations and Support Still Needed Even With the Government Shutdown Appearing to End Soon
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Updates and Status page on SNAP, WIC, & MFIP from Rice County – Read More For the last several weeks, while the Federal Government has been shut down and funding
Renovations and Expansions of NCRC Would Expand Food Shelf Operations and Community Space
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Part 1 – State Representatives Visit the Northfield Community Resource Center as Part of a Tour to Provide State Aid for Projects In yesterday’s news, we talked about a visit
Northfield School Board Hears Annual Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness Report
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net On Monday, the Northfield School Board held its annual Public Hearing for the Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness (CACR) Plan. Previously known as the World’s Best Workforce report, each school
PHOTO GALLERY: Veterans Day 2025 in Northfield
Members of the American Legion 84 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4393, both based out of Northfield, gathered today at 11am in Veterans Memorial Park for a 21-gun salute, taps, and a reflection on those who
State Representatives Visit the Northfield Community Resource Center as Part of a Tour to Provide State Aid for Projects
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Last Wednesday, members of the Minnesota House Capital Investment Committee visited the Northfield Community Resource Center (NCRC). The visit was part of the committee’s tour of southern Minnesota to see
Quarter 3 Police Report Continues to Show A Crime Decrease In Northfield
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer presented the Quarter 3 Police Report last week. The report presents overall good news for Northfield, showing a decrease in most crimes, though with a
City Provides a ‘Lower Your Energy Cost’ Event
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Community members are invited to “Lower Your Energy Cost,” an event focused on reducing energy costs and exploring home energy efficiency and electrification options on Monday, November 17, from 6:00
What’s open and closed in Northfield for Veterans Day
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net With the Federal Holiday today, several organizations will be closed or have limited hours for the day. Local government will be closed for the day, including Northfield City Hall, the
The Veteran Organizations of Northfield
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Veterans Day is also an opportunity for the community to learn about the several veteran organizations in Northfield. Veterans of Foreign Wars: First, let’s talk about the Veterans of Foreign
Veterans Day Events in Northfield
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Today is Veterans Day, the Federal Holiday that honors the services of the military members of our country. There were several appreciation events over the weekend, and the services continue
Hayes Scriven of Split Rock Lighthouse (FROM 2024)
Hear a conversation KYMN news had last year with Hayes Scriven, the Site Manager and Keeper of Split Rock Lighthouse (and the former Executive Director of the Northfield Historical Society), last year about the Memorial Service and
Northfield School Board Meets Tonight & Will Hold Public Hearing Before the Regular Meeting
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Northfield School Board meets tonight for a regular meeting and a special public hearing. The public hearing is set to start early at 5:15pm for a review of the
Northfield Chamber Launches Holiday Passport To Encourage Local Shopping This Season
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Northfield Chamber of Commerce launched its annual Holiday Passports to help encourage people to shop local this holiday season. From now until December 12th (just after Winter Walk), every
Last Chance to Register for Northfield Turkey Trot and Recieve this years T-Shirt
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The deadline to register for the Northfield Rotary Club’s Turkey Trot and receive this year’s t-shirt is today. The annual Thanksgiving Day chip-timed 5K run or walk starts at the
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Holds Veterans Day Service on Sunday; See the Full List of Northfield Veteran’s Day Services Here
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Veterans Day is next Tuesday, a Federal Holiday, is a day to honor those who served in the military. Several services are coming up between now and Tuesday. On Sunday,
Scott Wopata Appointed to the Role of Community Development Director for the City of Northfield
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Scott Wopata has been appointed as the Community Development Director for the City of Northfield. The role oversees is one of the city’s most important departments, with functions including building
Barn, outbuilding, and their contents were a total loss in Monday Afternoon Fire near Kenyon
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net On the afternoon of Nov. 3, 2025, Rice County Sheriff’s deputies, along with multiple local fire departments, responded to a report of a barn fire at 10911 Kenyon Boulevard in
Northfield Library Trivia Bee Friday Night!
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The ever-popular Trivia Bee, hosted by the Friends and Foundation of the Northfield Public Library, returns this Friday night at The Grand Event Center, with several prizes, fun, and raising
Northfield High School Activities Department Sees Positive Engagement In Last Year
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Activities Department at Northfield High School recently shared a report on the past year’s programs for students, highlighting several successes and areas they are working on this year. In
