Rice County law enforcement students can apply for two scholarships with one application
By Rich Larson Rice County residents studying law enforcement have a chance to earn two scholarships this year with a single application. In addition to
Rice & Steele 911 Center moves to Faribault this week; non-emergency number changes
By Rich Larson The Rice & Steele 911 Dispatch Center will begin operating from its new home in Faribault on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The move
Rice County Public Health urges vaccination as measles cases climb in Minnesota
By Rich Larson Rice County has not reported a single case of measles, but Rice County Public Health officials said they are concerned an outbreak
Library searching for solutions in face of county budget cut
By Rich Larson A 10% reduction in Rice County’s contributions to outside agencies could force the Northfield Public Library to eliminate Sunday hours during the
Rice County reminds property owners of Oct. 15 tax deadline
By Rich Larson Rice County is reminding property owners that second-half payments for 2026 real and personal property taxes are due Thursday, Oct. 15. Residents
Rice County flu shot clinics offer protection ahead of winter
By Rich Larson Getting a flu shot this fall can help prevent an illness that causes missed work and school and can lead to hospitalization
