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Last Third Thursday Event of the Summer Tonight; Louis & Day and Tractorhead Set to Perform
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Another sign that summer is coming to an end, tonight is the last Third Thursday celebration of the
10 Minutes or Less: Northfield City Council Meeting on August 20th, 2025
KYMN’s Logan Wells recaps the Northfield City Council Meeting from last night. Topics included upcoming improvements to Riverside Park and the city’s trash removal contract
Dundas Dukes Advance To Round 2 at State
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Dundas Dukes are on to round two of the Minnesota Baseball Association State Tournament. The Dukes defeated
Believet provides life-saving support Dogs to Veterans For Free; Funded by the community’s Donations and Volunteering
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Last week, several dozen people gathered at the Northfield Golf Club for a fundraiser to support Believet Canine
Rice County First Responders Host Softball Tournament to Raise Funds for the HOPE Center
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Rice County First Responders are set to gather this week for their annual fundraiser for the HOPE Center.
The Routing Company launches new partnership with Northfield Lines, new public transportation option for community – Transportation Part III
By Maya Betti, News Intern Editor’s Note: Here on KYMN, we’re taking a closer look at transportation, parking, and infrastructure in Northfield. This is part
Northfield City Council Meets Tonight; Set to Discuss Riverside Park Improvements and Hear Presentation by History Center
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Northfield City Council meets tonight for a regular meeting. The first item on the agenda will be
City Council declared Northfield as a LGBTQIA+ Sanctuary City
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Earlier this month, the Northfield City Council approved a resolution to make Northfield an LGBTQIA+ Sanctuary City. The
Advice for Getting Ready for the New School Year; Sleep is Critical
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Summer vacation only has a few weeks left for most Minnesota school kids. St. Olaf Education Department Chair
MnDOT Holds Open House for 2028 Highway 19 Reconstruction
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Minnesota Department of Transportation is hosting an Open House on Wednesday afternoon about the planned road reconstruction
The Northfield 2026 Budget & Tax Levy Proposal Explained in 100 Words, 300 Words, and 500 Words
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Editor’s Note: We are trying something new with this article. With some of these larger topics, we want
2026 Budget Proposals Presented to Northfield City Council; Budget Cuts Range Between $578,000 and $2.6 million
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Editor’s Note: Below is the full story that aired on KYMN today. We are trying a new experiment
Students and residents alike express concerns over current parking situation at St. Olaf – Transportation Part II
By Maya Betti, News Intern Editor’s Note: Here on KYMN, we’re taking a closer look at transportation, parking, and infrastructure in Northfield. This is part two
Northfield Hospital Named One of the 100 Great Community Hospitals in the United States
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Northfield Hospital + Clinics (NH+C) has been named one of “100 Great Community Hospitals” across the U.S. by
Dundas Dukes Set To Play in First Round of State Tournament on Sunday
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net The Dundas Dukes are heading to the Minnesota Baseball State Tournament this weekend. Dundas was guaranteed a state
Flavored Tobacco Ban & Other Regulations Postponed by Northfield City Council; Concerns raised about the Effectiveness of the Proposal & Harm to Small Businesses
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Last Monday, the Northfield City Council heard a proposal by the Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) to
Armstrong Road/County Road 78 and Mill Towns State Trail Set Close On Monday through October 1st
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Armstrong Road (CSAH 78) and the Mill Towns State Trail will be closed from the Northfield Compost Site
History Center Opens New Exhibit for Thirty Years of Rock and Roll Revival
By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net Pictures from the opening reception of the new history center exhibit. Pictures by Logan Wells/KYMN News The Northfield
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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 |