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Northfield Advances Discussion on Citywide Curbside Composting
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council voted Monday to continue exploring a citywide curbside composting program, signaling growing support for a service that city leaders say could help reduce landfill waste, lower greenhouse gas emissions and
Archer House Redevelopment Moves Forward as City Signals Support for New Financing Agreement
By Rich Larson After years of uncertainty surrounding one of Northfield’s most discussed Downtown sites, city officials say plans to rebuild the former Archer House property are moving in a positive direction. The Northfield City Council on
Nelson, Cox pull out of School Board Election
By Rich Larson The race for three seats on the Northfield School Board has taken an unexpected turn, leaving one seat effectively vacant unless a successful write-in campaign emerges before the November election. Two days after the
Trivia Night Will Help Kick Off Busy August at Sharing Our Roots Farm
By Rich Larson Sharing Our Roots Farm is inviting the community to take part in a busy month of events designed to showcase sustainable agriculture, build connections, and support the organization’s mission of helping new farmers establish
Designers Transform Trash into Fashion for Community Action Center Fundraiser
By Rich Larson For many of the designers participating in the Community Action Center’s Runway Revival, the annual fundraiser is about much more than creating an eye-catching outfit from unexpected materials. It is an opportunity to support
Rice County to Host Free Fix-It Clinics in Northfield, Faribault
By Rich Larson Residents with broken household items will have two opportunities this fall to repair rather than replace them as Rice County Environmental Services hosts a pair of free Fix-It Clinics aimed at reducing waste and
Council to Consider Archer House TIF Changes, Composting Program Direction
By Rich Larson Northfield City Council members will convene tonight in the Council Chambers at City Hall with a packed agenda that mixes routine business with several development and infrastructure decisions, including a potentially significant discussion about
Four candidates, including three incumbents, file for three open School Board seats
By Rich Larson The field is set for this fall’s Northfield School Board election after the filing period for candidates closed at 5pm Tuesday. Four candidates filed for the three seats that will be on the November
Rice County Launches Contest to Name Two Snowplows
By Rich Larson Rice County is inviting residents to put their creativity to work by helping name two of the county’s snowplows, joining a Minnesota tradition that has become a wintertime favorite across the state. The county
NH+C Urgent Care to Relocate to New Jefferson Road Clinic
By Rich Larson Northfield Hospital + Clinics (NH+C) will relocate its Urgent Care Northfield operation to the soon-to-open Jefferson Road Clinic this fall, marking a significant step in the health system’s expansion following its acquisition of the
Vintage Band Festival Returns to Northfield for 20th Anniversary Celebration
By Rich Larson Music, history and community spirit will take center stage when Northfield’s Vintage Band Festival returns July 30 through Aug. 2 for its 20th anniversary celebration. The four-day festival, held every three years in its
Age Friendly Northfield Launches Effort to Bring Accessible Benches to Division Street
By Rich Larson Age Friendly Northfield is teaming up with the Friends of Downtown Northfield to launch a community fundraising effort aimed at adding eight sturdy, accessible benches along Division Street. The project comes after a recent
Riverwalk Market Fair Fundraiser to Support Food Shelf Produce Program
By Rich Larson The Riverwalk Market Fair will host a fundraiser this evening at Imminent Brewing to support its Farm to Families program, an initiative that provides fresh, locally grown food to the Community Action Center (CAC)
Rising Mental Health Calls Reshape Demands on Northfield Police
By Rich Larson While overall crime continues to decline in Northfield, Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer says a surge in mental health-related calls is placing increasing demands on police resources and changing the nature of modern law enforcement.
Good Times at the Gardens Concert Series Continues to Draw Crowds, Acclaimed Artists
By Rich Larson The Gardens of Castle Rock in rural Goodhue County has quietly become one of the Northfield area’s premier summer music destinations, attracting respected regional and national touring artists while maintaining an intimate, listener-focused atmosphere.
City Council Approves Ivanhoe Lot Combination While Highlighting Density Concerns
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council approved a request Tuesday night to combine two vacant residential lots on Ivanhoe Drive into a single parcel, but the discussion around the proposal raised broader questions about the city’s
Veteran Driver’s Education Teacher Kevin Dahle Honored for Commitment to Road Safety
By Rich Larson After more than four decades of teaching driver education, retired Northfield educator Kevin Dahle is receiving national recognition for his dedication to traffic safety. Dahle, a driver’s education instructor for 43 years, including the
Northfield Council Approves Final Harvest Hills Agreements, Clears Way for Development
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council on Tuesday approved a series of key measures for the Harvest Hills Second Addition, including the final plat, a development agreement, and a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement, effectively completing
Arts Guild Announces Leadership Transition as Pauline Jennings Steps Back
By Rich Larson After nearly four years helping shape the Northfield Arts Guild’s performing arts programming, Performing Arts Manager Pauline Jennings is stepping back from her role. Jennings will continue overseeing the popular 411 Concert Series while
Former Northfield School Resource Officer Sentenced for Failing to Report Teacher’s Misconduct
By Rich Larson A former Minnesota school resource officer has been sentenced to three years of supervised probation and ordered to complete 200 hours of community service after admitting he failed to report allegations involving a middle
Rice County Fair begins Wednesday, runs through Sunday
By Rich Larson The Rice County Fair opens at 1 p.m. Wednesday with a flag ceremony by the American Legion, kicking off five days of entertainment, livestock exhibits, carnival rides, food and grandstand events at the Rice
Harvest Hills, traffic safety and aging in place headline Northfield City Council agenda
By Rich Larson Northfield City Council members will tackle a mix of development, transportation and community issues when they meet Tuesday evening at City Hall, with the most significant discussion likely centered on the next phase of
Schroepfer says Flock cameras are a hot topic, but not in Northfield
By Rich Larson As debates over Flock camera systems continue across Minnesota and the nation, Northfield residents are being reassured that the controversial technology is not being used in the city and there are no plans to
Northfield Police Launch Mentorship Program for Local Youth
By Rich Larson The Northfield Police Department is launching a new youth mentorship program aimed at building stronger relationships between officers and young people who could benefit from the support of a trusted adult. Police Chief Jeff
Northfield Considers Broadband Franchise Fee to Offset Revenue Decline
By Rich Larson As traditional cable television subscriptions continue to decline, Northfield officials are exploring a broadband franchise fee as a way to replace lost revenue that has historically funded the city’s communications efforts and reduced pressure
Northfield City Council Begins 2027 Budget Talks
By Rich Larson The Northfield City Council has begun work on its 2027 budget, and early projections suggest residents could see a property tax levy increase ranging from about 6% – 9%, depending on whether the council
Chamber Gearing Up for Governor’s Pheasant Opener in October
By Rich Larson The Northfield Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome hunters, media representatives and state officials from across Minnesota this fall after being selected to host the 2026 Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener, an honor local
Incoming Superintendent Dr. Tim Anderson Brings Student-Centered Vision to Northfield Schools
By Rich Larson Dr. Tim Anderson will officially step into the role of Superintendent of Northfield Public Schools next week, bringing with him a deep personal connection to the district and a philosophy grounded in belonging, clarity,
Brownfield Ag News 7/14/26
July 13, 2026Today’s Top Story2026 Water Resources Development Act moves forwardThe 2026 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is on its way to the full U.S. House. The U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Tuesday unanimously passed
After 23 years, Glenn Switzer announces he will not seek re-election as Mayor of Dundas
By Rich Larson In an emotional announcement on Tuesday morning, Glenn Switzer, who has led Dundas as mayor for more than two decades announced that he will not seek re-election in November. Switzer made the announcement during
