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Underdahl discusses NH+C Delta readiness; Locals detail Kraewood concerns; Flaherty family to buy Jesse James Lanes
by Rich Larson As the Delta Variant continues to prolong the Covid-19 pandemic, Northfield Hospital + Clinics President and CEO Steve Underdahl said that his
Taylor due in Dakota County court on Thursday; City looks for parks funding; District renews bus contract
by Rich Larson Nicholas Alan Taylor, the man accused of the murder of Chris LaFontaine in Greenvale Township on July 2nd or 3rd will be
School District looks to next five-year plan; Census Data has impacts in Northfield, Rice County; City Council preview
by Rich Larson During their meeting on Monday night, the Northfield School Board heard presentations from Community Education Director Erin Bailey and Activities Director Joel
Rice County deals with court backlog; New city staffing possibilities in 2022; Dunn hopes for canine training field
by Rich Larson Rice County began enforcing a mask mandate in all county buildings this week, and Rice County Attorney John Fossum said yesterday that
Purfeerst discusses rise in county Covid cases; Council approves operations for budget; Open Air Fair in Cannon Falls
by Rich Larson As the Covid-19 virus continues it resurgence through the country, Rice County Director of Public Health Deb Purfeerst said that the Delta
School Board approves Covid protocols; Council discusses budget with city staff; NH+C requires vaccination for all employees
by Rich Larson On Monday night the Northfield School Board voted to authorize the proposed health protocols to begin the 2021-22 school year. As of
MetroNet fiber-optic construction begins; Dunn cautions further driving safety; Dakota County Fair this week
by Rich Larson MetroNet, the internet service provider that was recently awarded a cable franchise in the city of Northfield, began construction yesterday on a
School district to enforce mask, quarantine protocols; Jail project moving forward; Library has multiple events in August
by Rich Larson As the school year approaches, Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann sent a letter to all district families on Friday that
Dunn on domestic violence in Rice County; Council approves multiple resolutions for housing projects; It’s Dennison Days
by Rich Larson After an apparent murder suicide that occurred in Faribault late last month, Sheriff Troy Dunn said that domestic violence continues to be
Council receives Mill Town Trail Update; Northfield Public Broadcasting wants your content; Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan available for viewing
by Rich Larson On Monday night the City Council received a presentation detailing the current design of the Mill Towns Trail, showing the intricacies of
Council suggests expansion of CD Department workforce; Lippert discusses Rep John Thompson situation
by Rich Larson In a near reversal of roles on Monday night, Mayor Pownell and the City Council recommended to Community Development Director Mitzi Baker
Council discusses west side Riverwalk improvements; Lippert discusses the drought; St. Dominic School discusses literacy
by Rich Larson The Northfield City Council heard a presentation from SEH Architects last night about redeveloping and improving the west side of the Riverwalk.
Lippert discusses the state of politics in St. Paul; Farmstead Bike Shop moving into former Bierman’s space
by Rich Larson Halfway through his second term, State Representative Todd Lippert said that one of the most disappointing things he has seen in the
Praise for district’s Jim Kulseth; Paradise and Merlin Player’s set to ‘Present Laughter’; Vintage Band Festival returns to Bridge Square
by Rich Larson After six years as the Director of Buildings and Grounds for the Northfield School District, Jim Kulseth is retiring, and Superintendent Dr.
Hillcrest Village nears groundbreaking; Artists on Mainstreet unveils Literary Steps; Work teams look to make district improvements
by Rich Larson Scott Wopata, the executive director of the Community Action Center, said construction is about to begin on the Hillcrest Village Housing Project.
Hillmann, district encourage vaccinations; Dundas Council begins budgeting process; Chamber extends Leadership Northfield deadline
by Rich Larson Yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control recommended masks be worn in certain areas of the country where the Delta variant of the
Council okays City Hall remodel; Law Enforcement to put emphasis on Highway 3; Froggy Bottoms closes in on opening day
by Rich Larson Last week during the Northfield City Council meeting, the council approved an amendment to the 2021 budget to begin a remodeling project
NAFRS to undergo operational review; Hoopla Digital now working with Northfield Public Library; Boards and Commissions membership drive
by Rich Larson The Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service has decided to undergo a full operational review to be conducted by an independent consultant.
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Local Events
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
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Tuesday, December 2, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |