
Amy Peterson Named Northfield’s 2026 Business Person of the Year
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce has named Amy Peterson, owner of Monarch Gift Shop and The Measuring Cup, its

Ruth’s House Prepares for Big Western‑Themed Fundraiser to Support Women and Children in Crisis
By Rich Larson, KYMN News For more than two decades, Ruth’s House of Hope has stood as one of Rice County’s most essential lifelines—a shelter

Verbena Vinyl Spins Creativity with “Blind Date with a Record” Promotion
By Rich Larson, KYMN News As Valentine’s Day approaches, one Northfield small business is turning tradition on its head—inviting customers to skip the chocolates and

Sharing Our Roots Farm Grows Community, Justice in Northfield
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Sharing Our Roots Farm, a Northfield-based nonprofit, is working to expand access to land, food and opportunity through sustainable agriculture

Dolly’s Book Bash to Support Early Literacy in Rice County
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Rice County Area United Way is inviting the community to celebrate literacy and Dolly Parton’s legacy at Dolly’s Book

Rice County Historical Society Launches “Wish Wall” Project for America’s 250th Anniversary
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Rice County Historical Society has unveiled a unique community engagement initiative called the “Wish Wall,” inviting residents to share