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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
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
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
The Capital Infrastructure Plan (CIP) Explained – 10 Minutes or Less 11/5/2025
In this week’s City Council recap, rather than go over all the agenda items, Logan talks about one of the core parts of the budget in the city: the Capital Infrastructure Plan (CIP) and the Capital Equipment
Age Friendly Northfield Advocates for Accessible Parks
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net We have shared updates in recent newscasts about the city of Northfield’s plans to renovate several parks over the next few years. However, as plans are being made, Age Friendly
Bridging Communities: A Celebration of Somali Culture Brings Music, Dance, and Storytelling
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The community is welcome to attend an afternoon of cultural exchange and community unity at Bridging Communities: A Celebration of Somali Culture on Saturday, November 8, from 1:00 to 4:00
St. Olaf Seeks to Help Fill Rural Healthcare Staff Shortage with New CNA Program
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Since the pandemic, rural communities have often struggled to recruit and retain enough healthcare workers, with studies estimating that rural areas will need hundreds of thousands of healthcare workers in
The Effect of Medicaid Changes on Our Community Forum Recording on 10.28.2025
On 10/28/2025, the Northfield community gathered together for a forum on the Effects of Medicaid Changes in Our Community. The event was hosted by the League of Women Voters of Northfield & Cannon Falls, and Isaiah MN.
The Community Action Center responds to the freezing of SNAP benefits
Story by Kenzie Nguyen, Student Reporter/Olaf Messenger The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced in a notice on Oct. 26 that no Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be issued for the month of November,
Northfield City Council Meets Tonight 11/4/2025
Council Set To Appoint Scott Wopata as the Community Development Director; Consider Lincoln Parkway Construction Project; and Discuss 5-year plans for Infrastructure and Equipment. By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Northfield City Council meets tonight
Archer House Redevelopment Project Placed on Hold
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Rebound Partners announced last week that the current redevelopment plans for the Archer House site in downtown Northfield are not financially viable at this time. According to a statement emailed
Portions of Jefferson Parkway Set To Be Closed
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Parts of Jefferson Parkway between Sibley View Lane and Michigan Drive, public sidewalk and bike path will be closed this week while crews work on the water utility lines. Closures
Playground at Central Park Set To Have Improvements and More Features
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Two weeks ago on KYMN, we talked about how the City of Northfield was looking to renovate several parks, each with its own unique design, in the coming years. One
Halloween Events in Northfield
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Happy Halloween! It’s a particularly special day for kids in Northfield, as they have both today and Monday off from school, for two teacher workshop days (can you believe it
KYMN Halloween Programs
Get ready for spooky Halloween from KYMN Radio! We’re excited to be offering several different fun programs this year. Whether your out trick-or-treating or at home giving away candy, KYMN is the perfect place to tune in
Safety Reminders for Halloween
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net With Halloween today and kids out trick-or-treating this evening, officials are reminding everyone to be safe on the fun night. Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer stated that one of his
