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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 announced over the weekend that they will not seek re-election. Peterson White
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 Summer initiative, which aims to support bees, butterflies and other native pollinators.
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 that message last month with two classes at Northfield High School during
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 lighter moments on the Capitol grounds, according to Rep. Kristi Pursell. Lawmakers
Rice County Launches New Home Safety Initiative to Prevent Falls
By Rich Larson Rice County is rolling out a new fall prevention initiative aimed at helping older adults stay safe—and stay in their homes—by offering voluntary home safety assessments following certain emergency calls. The program is a
Dr. Tim Anderson Selected as Next Northfield Superintendent
By Rich Larson The Northfield School Board has selected Dr. Tim Anderson as the district’s next superintendent, naming him the successor to Dr. Matt Hillmann following a special meeting held on Wednesday night. Anderson currently serves as
Buttigieg charms and philosophises at Carleton College appearance
By Rich Larson Former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg spoke to a capacity crowd – some 900 people – on Tuesday night in Skinner Chapel on the campus of Carleton College as a part of the school’s
St. Olaf to Host Conference on Journalism in a Polarized Age
By Rich Larson As debates over press freedom, political influence, and changing media landscapes dominate national headlines, St. Olaf College will host a timely public conference this weekend examining the role of journalism in an increasingly polarized
Dundas pushes forward with major housing expansion
By Rich Larson A flurry of approvals and planning actions over the past several weeks is putting Dundas on track for one of the most significant housing expansions in its history, with hundreds of new homes and
Northfield School Board Renews Operating Levy
By Rich Larson The Northfield School Board voted Monday night to renew the district’s operating levy without taking the question to voters, using authority granted under a Minnesota law passed in 2023. The legislation allows locally elected
NH+C’s purchase of Allina moves forward; providers moving to NH+C announced
By Rich Larson Northfield’s health care landscape is set for a significant shift as Northfield Hospital + Clinics (NH+C) moves forward with its purchase of the Allina Health Northfield Clinic from Allina Health, marking a collaborative effort
Northfield Council OKs Carleton plan to close College Street amid resident concerns
By Maya Betti A stretch of College Avenue near Carleton College will soon be closed to most vehicle traffic and redesigned with a focus on pedestrian safety, following the Northfield City Council’s unanimous approval of a conditional
Flood Control Project Work Begins Today
By Charlie Mahler Work on neighborhood flood control projects in Northfield will begin today. The projects — one east of Maple Street in the Sibley Swale area and the other spread across three sites in the city’s
Pursell, Martig Testify for Local Option Sales Tax
By Charlie Mahler Northfield’s Minnesota House Representative Kristi Pursell and Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig testified before the house tax committee last week in favor of a Local Option Sales Tax for Northfield. If approved at the
Raider Baseball looks to build momentum as season progresses
By Ainsley Schafer With four weeks remaining until section play begins, the Northfield High School baseball team is focused on building momentum – and hoping to top last year’s strong season. Following their 6-5 victory against Mankato
Fire Chief Nelson Highlights Prevention Role in Northfield Development
By Rich Larson Yesterday, Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service (NAFRS) Fire Chief Tom Nelson said very plainly that proactive fire prevention and early involvement in development projects are key to keeping the community safe. Nelson discussed
Northfield City Council Reviews Preliminary Design for Skatepark Expansion
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council received a preliminary design update Tuesday, April 22, for Phase II of the Northfield Skateboard Park project, marking another step toward expanding the city’s existing skate facilities at Memorial Park.
Northfield Arts Guild Gala Fundraiser Set for April 30
By Charlie Mahler The Northfield Arts Guild is hosting a Kentucky Derby-themed party for its annual gala fundraiser on Thursday, April 30, at Reunion — right down to the fashion forward hats which Executive Director Michael Johnson
Northfield to Celebrate Earth Day With Weekend of Community Events
By Rich Larson Northfield will mark Earth Day with a full weekend of activities designed to bring the community together around environmental awareness, local action, and a little fun. While Earth Day is today, organizers have planned
Northfield Hospital Auxiliary Book Sale Returns
By Rich Larson The 2026 edition of the Northfield Hospital & Clinics Auxiliary’s annual Book Sale—one of the community’s longest‑running fundraisers— is up and running, promising thousands of bargain‑priced books and a week of community spirit. Book
City Council to Consider Hospital, Clinic Merger Tonight
By Charlie Mahler The purchase agreement for acquisition of the Allina Northfield Clinic by city-owned Northfield Hospital + Clinics is expected to headline tonight’s Northfield City Council meeting. Also on the regular agenda for the meeting in
Northfield History Center launches capital campaign to restore Scriver Building
By Rich Larson The Northfield History Center has kicked off a major capital campaign to rehabilitate the historic Scriver Building, its longtime home and one of the most significant landmarks in downtown Northfield. Built in 1868, the
Floor Action Looms After Fast‑Paced Legislative Week, According to Rep. Pursell
By Rich Larson According to Representative Kristi Pursell (D-Northfield) of District 58A, the past week at the Minnesota Legislature was marked by looming deadlines, heightened political tension, and a transition toward final floor debates. Pursell, who serves on
Northfield’s record-setting boys basketball coach, Matt Christensen, is named MBCA Class AAA Coach of the Year
By Ainsley Schafer Nearly a century after the last time the Northfield Boys Basketball team made a state tournament appearance, head coach Matt Christensen, a 2005 Northfield High School graduate and Raider basketball alum, led the 2026
Public Input Sought as Northfield Updates Zoning Code
By Rich Larson Community members in Northfield are being asked to weigh in on how the city should grow and develop in the years ahead. The City of Northfield has launched an online survey inviting residents, business
Hail brings opportunity for scammers
By Charlie Mahler Rice County officials are reminding residents whose property was damaged in the recent hailstorm to beware of unscrupulous individuals posing as contractors seeking to perform repairs. Several residents have reported being contacted by purported
School District Ramping Up Budgeting for 2026-2027 school year
By Charlie Mahler Budget planning for the Northfield School District’s 2026-2027 academic year is gaining momentum. At this week’s school board meeting, district staffers responsible for the Child Nutrition and Community Education programs submitted budget proposals for
City of Northfield preparing for multi-level election season
By Maya Betti As the 2026 election cycle approaches, the Northfield City Council is focusing not just on voters, but the candidates themselves. With the candidate filing period set for May 19 through June 2, City Administrator
Dundas Council Approves Stone Ridge II Plat, Tax Abatement for 60 New Homes
By Rich Larson The Dundas City Council took a major step forward on housing Monday night, approving the final plat and a tax abatement package for the Stone Ridge Hills Second Edition development. City Administrator Jenelle Teppen
Northfield Community Market Fair Brings 100+ Vendors and Family Fun to the Dundas Dome
By Rich Larson Formerly known as the Home & Garden Show, the Northfield Community Market Fair returns this Saturday with a broader community focus, more family activities and more than 100 vendors filling the Dundas Dome from
