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
Early voting underway in Rice County, with Northfield location open
By Rich Larson Minnesotans can now vote ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. For Rice County residents, that includes voting in person in Faribault
Rice County Approves Preliminary 2027 Tax Levy with 8% Increase
By Rich Larson The Rice County Board of Commissioners has approved a preliminary property tax levy for 2027 that is 8% higher than this year,
Malecha Criticizes the timing of Rice County Cuts to Outside Agencies
By Rich Larson The Rice County Board of Commissioners has voted to cut funding for outside agencies by 10 percent in 2027, a decision Commissioner
