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Latest Local News:
NH+C acquisition of Allina clinic moving forward
By Charlie Mahler, KYMN News Northfield Hospital + Clinics President and CEO Zander Abbott said he is feeling very good about the prospects of NH+C’s purchase of the Northfield Allina Clinic. In fact, he said the last
Northfield School Board will Review Charter Reports, Indigenous Education Update, and Long‑Term Facilities
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Northfield School Board will meet tonight with a full agenda that spans financial planning, charter school updates, Indigenous education reporting, and long‑term facilities needs. Following agenda approval and the public comment
Council will discuss Mill Towns Trail, financial review priorities at meeting Tuesday night
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Northfield City Council will convene a combined regular meeting and work session tomorrow night, beginning at 6:00, with a full night of city business and long‑range planning on deck. The meeting
Farmington Mayor Hoyt Resigns
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Farmington Mayor Joshua Hoyt stepped down from office Wednesday, Feb. 4, resigning effective immediately after a volatile City Council meeting earlier in the week drew significant public scrutiny. Hoyt’s departure follows the
Thomas details County Corrections Department DHS policy
By Charlie Mahler, KYMN News Amidst media reports that Border czar Tom Homan is seeking to tie increased Department of Homeland Security access to county jails to the drawdown of ICE and other DHS agents in Minnesota,
Resistance to ICE Activity Grows in Northfield
By Rich Larson, KYMN News As federal immigration enforcement activity increases across Minnesota, groups of Northfield residents are organizing to monitor and respond to what they describe as an intensified presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Reimagine Northfield High School Project Nears Bidding Phase as Design Wraps Up
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Reimagine Northfield High School renovation project is approaching a major milestone as final design work concludes and preparations begin for construction to start this summer. Last week during the regular Northfield
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 2026 Business Person of the Year, recognizing a leader whose work is
Minnesota Caucuses set for tonight
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Grassroots politics will take center stage tonight as Minnesotans turn out for precinct caucuses. Communities across the state, including right here in Northfield, will gather in school gyms, church halls and community
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 providing safety, stability, and support for women and children in crisis. Founded
Rice County Approves Mental Health Court to Address Repeat Offenses and Mental Illness
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Rice County is moving forward with the creation of a Mental Health Court, a new treatment-focused alternative aimed at reducing repeat offenses among individuals whose criminal behavior is tied to serious mental
Councilor Chad Beumer Reflects on a Positive First Year on Northfield City Council
By Rich Larson, KYMN News After just over a year on the Northfield City Council, Councilor Chad Beumer says the experience has been not only positive, but better than he ever expected. Beumer reflected on his first
The Raider Wrap 1-31-26
We get up to date with the latest scores and highlights of the week with the Raider Scoreboard. Coming off of Directing the annual Honor Choir concert, Middle School Choir Director Michelle Bendett joins us. We talk
Beumer Voices Strong Support for Local Option Sales Tax Proposal
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Northfield City Councilor Chad Beumer is offering strong support to the city’s effort to pursue a local option sales tax—now being referred to internally as the “local sales tax,” or LST—to help
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 flowers and instead fall in love with something a little more unexpected:
Reimagine Northfield High School Project Enters Critical Phase as Multi‑Year Construction Nears
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The long‑anticipated “Reimagine Northfield High School” project is officially moving from the planning phase to the action phase, as construction is expected to begin in June and continue through 2029. During a
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 and community partnerships. Founded to address longstanding inequities in farming, Sharing Our
Demonstrators protest ICE in Northfield; hotel officials say agents checked out
By Rich Larson and Kenzie Nguyen Northfield Community members ranging in age from seniors to local college students gathered at the Fairfield Inn of Northfield on Monday night to protest the presence of Immigration and Custom Enforcement
Rice County Safe Roads Coalition Urges Drivers to Prepare for Winter Hazards
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Rice County Safe Roads Coalition is urging motorists to take extra precautions right now as hazardous winter conditions, combined with risky driving behaviors, continue to pose serious safety challenges on Minnesota
Northfield Boards and Commissions Application Deadline Approaching
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The deadline to apply to become a member of one of Northfield’s Boards or Commissions is fast approaching, and the City of Northfield is encouraging all interested parties to consider joining one
Rice County Pushes for Deconstruction to Reduce Waste and Reuse Building Materials
By Rich Larson, KYMN News A growing movement in the construction industry is changing how buildings come down—and Rice County wants local contractors to be part of it. Instead of demolishing structures and sending tons of debris
Bridgewater Principal Honored with Northfield Human Rights Award
By Rich Larson, KYMN News On Monday night, Bridgewater Elementary School Principal Nancy Antoine received the Northfield Human Rights Award for an individual, recognizing her decades-long commitment to education and her leadership in fostering inclusive environments for
Township Election filings 2026
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Township elections in Rice and Dakota counties are set for Tuesday, March 10, and, much like last year, write-in votes will determine who fills several open seats. No affidavits of candidacy were
Northfield Leaders Reaffirm Limits on Local Role in Immigration Enforcement
By Rich Larson, KYMN News Northfield city leaders are emphasizing their commitment to constitutional principles, public safety, and community trust as federal immigration enforcement actions continue to spark fear and disruption across Minnesota. On Tuesday night, during
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 Bash on The fundraiser supports the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a program
Northfield Moves Toward Local Sales Tax Referendum
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Northfield City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to petition the Minnesota Legislature for permission to place a half-cent local option sales tax on the November ballot. The proposed tax would
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 their hopes for the future of the United States as the nation
District sells naming rights to Memorial Field
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Northfield School District is taking a new approach to funding athletic facilities by selling naming rights, starting with the high school football stadium. Northfield Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Matt Hillmann, said
Northfield girl killed in traffic accident
A Northfield girl was killed and another is being treated for serious injuries after a traffic accident on Monday afternoon in Greenvale Township. According to a statement issued by the Dakota County Sheriff’s Department, Dakota County deputies
Northfield City Council to Discuss Playground Upgrades and Local Sales Tax Proposal
By Rich Larson, KYMN News The Northfield City Council will convene for a regular meeting tonight in the Council Chambers at Northfield City Hall with a full agenda that includes park improvements and a proposal to support
