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A Summary of the Water Treatment Plant Project; Northfield City Council Set To Approve Construction Bids Tonight
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Editors Note: The Northfield City Council is set to meet tonight; the main item on the agenda is approving a construction bid for the Water Treatment Plant. The project is
Free Park Day at Minnesota State Parks
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Minnesota DNR is giving you a chance to check out a state park for free today. Public Relations Supervisor Sara Joy Berhow says it’s the first of four Free
It’s MLK Day. Here’s What’s Closed Today
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net With Martin Luther King Jr. Today, many local organizations have adjusted hours, including schools, which are closed today. The Northfield Public Schools will remain closed for Tuesday and Wednesday, which
Human Rights Commission Hosts MLK Celebration Tonight
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Today is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and to celebrate, the City of Northfield’s Human Rights Commission is inviting the community to gather and honor Dr. King’s legacy. The
Simon and Garfunkel Tribute Show at the Paradise Center for the Arts Tonight
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Paradise Center for the Arts in Faribault is hosting Feeling Groovy: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute with a Twist tonight. The show is a joyful and wholehearted celebration of
Dundas City Council Hears Updates on Several Road Construction Projects
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Dundas City Council was sworn in Monday evening at their first meeting of the year. Councilors Luke LaCroix and Luke Swartwood were both reelected in November uncontested and now
Elizabeth Spaulding named Business Person of the Year; Petalina Mercantile Co. is the Business of the Year, and Aaron Nibbe is the Ambassador of the Year
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net This week, the Northfield Chamber of Commerce announced their annual awards and the details for their annual banquet. On Monday, Chamber President Jane Bartho announced that the Business Person of
Rice County Public Health Urges Testing for Radon in Homes and Provides Resources
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net January is National Radon Action Month, and Rice County Public Health is joining the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to encourage everyone to test
Arcadia Charter School Hosts Open House Tonight
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Arcadia Charter School will host an information night tonight for those interested in learning about the school and attending the future. Arcadia is a public charter school for 6th –
Northfield’s Transportation Plan Includes A Focus On Safety
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net In December, the City of Northfield hosted a town hall meeting about the future road construction projects in Northfield for the next several years. City staff led the presentation, including
Salavation Army in Northfield Raises $40,000 from Bell Ringing
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Rice County Salvation Army reached its fundraising goal for this bell-ringing season. Don Pavek with the local Salvation Army said that the countys goal was to raise $100,000. Of
The Northfield City Council Debates The Future of Public Input At Meetings
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net One of the first major debate items the Northfield City Council has taken on in the new year, is the best way to hear and address public feedback at council
2025 Northfield School Board Sworn In
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net That was the seven members of the Northfield School Board being sworn in Monday evening by Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Gordon Moore. Moore started the ceremony by reminding the board
Northfield City Council Meets For A Work Session Tonight To Begin The Strategic Planning Process
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Northfield City Council meets tonight for a work session meeting. The meeting will take place in City Hall, but not in the Council Chambers, instead, it will be in
Farewell Party for Hospital CEO Steve Underdahl Scheduled for Wednesday
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net (left) Outgoing CEO of Northfield Hospital and Clinics Steve Underdahl (right) In-coming CEO of NH&C Zander Abbott. Pictures provided by NH&C With the beginning of the new year, now is
