Local News
Harvest time means heads up on rural roads; Dunn says inmate phone charges are “fair”; Nfld: Comment now on Riverfront Enhancement plan; 2020Election Guide
By Teri Knight, News Director It’s harvest time and that means paying attention as you travel rural roads. Rice County Sheriff Troy Dunn said, “obviously
Nfld School Board considers banning the use of individual/family names on bldgs; 6th road fatality in Rice Co. triples last year; Dundas to get a new website; Dakota Electric opens grant applications
By Teri Knight, News Director The Northfield School Board discussed two new policies the District is considering. Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann explained, “in this case,
Nfld School Board sets levy; Dundas issues CUP, asking for $ to complete trail crossing of CR1 and Hwy3; Nfld PD teams with CAC for a covid Night to Unite; Rd closure for RR repair
By Teri Knight, News Director The Northfield School Board approved their preliminary levy this week at $20.4 million. Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann said that’s up
Dundas Council votes yes to new Police Chief; Craig files suit on 2nd Congressional District vote; NH&C Underdahl looks for “bright side” and sees the challenges of flu season in a pandemic
By Teri Knight, News Director The City of Dundas has a new Police Chief. Administrator Jenelle Teppen explained that the Dundas Council interviewed Todd Hanson
LWV of Northfield/Cannon Falls candidate forum 9-26-20
On September 26th, the Northfield/Cannon Falls League of Women Voters held a candidate forum with candidates for Rice County Commissioner District 1, District 20 State
One dead in four car crash; Body cams, data privacy and disclosure; Arts Corridor construction, quiet zone RR xing and Hwy 246 roundabout update
By Teri Knight, News Director A four car crash on I-35 at Hwy 19 on Friday took the life of an Edina man. All four
NPD Press Release on thefts from local businesses UPDATED
September 25th UPDATE: With assistance from other law enforcement agencies, the Northfield Police Department was able to identify the suspect in this case as 49-year
1st Responders use skills to rescue worker; DMV at full staff and focusing on Customer Service; Candidate forums Sept. 26 and Oct. 3; KYMN Election Guide full operational
By Teri Knight, News Director First Responders used their skills early this morning to rescue a worker at the Jennie-O Turkey Store Feed Mill. Just
2nd Congressional District candidate dies – special election to be held
The U.S. House of Representatives race in Minnesota’s Second Congressional District is headed for a special election following the death of Legal Marijuana Now candidate
Could 35/19 intersection get a roundabout?; Underdahl comments on whistleblower lawsuit; Volunteers, sewers and cloth donations needed
By Teri Knight, News Director On Tuesday the Rice County Board of Commissioners officially approved an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation to review,
Man with violent past picked up in Faribault; Nfld applies for Fed $ to assist in flood study; Nerstrand Fire to hold Open House at new Fire Hall and receives grant for rescue equipment
By Teri Knight, News Director A Rosemount man is in the Rice County jail charged with a felony after police get a tip. According to
Road work on Hwy 52 between Cannon Falls and Hampton
A new project has begun on Hwy 52 between Hampton Township and Cannon Falls in Dakota County. The ride quality of the road on Hwy
Nfld Strategic plan updates on EDA/HRA/grant opps; NH&C to open new Birth Center Sept. 28th; Dundas makes offer on new Police Chief
By Teri Knight, News Director Northfield Administrator Martig gave the Council a 2nd quarter update on their Strategic Plan. In terms of Economic Development he
“Regional park designation” could open up $ for Nfld riverfront; Dundas Councilors interview Police Chief candidate; Election Guide; Nfld HRC invites community to Land Acknowledgement presentation
By Teri Knight, News Director Out of Northfield’s Economic Development strategic plan came the Riverfront Enhancement Advisory Committee. Over the last 18 months they had
Free Covid-19 testing at Waseca County Fairgrounds
Open to everyone ▪ Symptoms or no symptoms ▪ Free, no insurance needed Sign up for an appointment time now. Wednesday, September 23, 2020 Thursday,
Man found in Cannon Lake identified; City of Nfld will seek bids on solar; Family/student/teacher mtgs start an unprecedented school year start; KYMN’s Election Guide to local elections to launch Monday
By Teri Knight, News Director The man found in Cannon Lake yesterday morning has been identified as 84 year old James R. Frederick of Faribault.
Man Drowns In Cannon Lake
The Rice County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowing death in Cannon Lake west of Faribault. Rice County Sheriff Troy Dunn released this statement:
13 member citizen task force to review Nfld police reform; Rice County looks at how to spend CARES $; Dundas to use CARES $ to redesign website; Nfld School Board using re-fi to save $
By Teri Knight, News Director In April 2020 the Northfield Police Department contracted with Lexipol to begin updating their policy manual. Shortly after was the
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Local Events
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Tuesday, November 4, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
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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 |
