Local News
Hybrid solution a “multi-faceted” option for returning to school; Courts struggle with how to safely open; NDDC receives grant for “Threshold” sculpture
By Teri Knight, News Director While the colleges seem to be planning for returning students, the Northfield School District continues to work on plans for
4th/Water St. Bridge walkway design met with disdain; Environmental impact taking toll on local State Park; Green Step City update; Nate’s Garage Car show and Burnout Contest raised nearly $5k
By Teri Knight, News Director The newly installed walkways on the Water/4th St. bridge were met with disdain, to say the least, as residents got
Big Woods Park sees 400% increase; Nfld Charter asks for inclusion in Oath of Office; Covid cases in Rice Co.
By Teri Knight, News Director Nerstrand Big Woods State Park is among the smaller parks in Minnesota with 1646 acres. Since the pandemic started, the
Cannon Falls man shot during argument
On June 18, 2020 at approximately 11:51 pm Officers of the Cannon Falls Police Department responded to a 911 call of a shooting at a
WWTP to get maintenance planner; Rice Co. encourages absentee voting; Oles to return 3 weeks early; As temps rise, burglaries do to; Local artist donates pandemic painting for online auction to help non-profits
By Teri Knight, News Director The Northfield City council voted this week to hire a Scheduler/Planner for the WasteWater Treatment plant to better maintain the
Rice County Officials urge absentee voting
Press Release – Register to Vote & Apply for an Absentee Ballot Absentee voting for the August Primary will start in Rice County on June
Bridge stays open with 5 ft. walkways; Four Nfld School Board seats open; Riverwalk Market Fair will not open on Bridge Sq. this year
By Teri Knight, News Director Last week’s Northfield Council split decision to close the Water St. Bridge received blowback from the businesses that would be
Monthly Franchise Fee vs Street Assessments; Covid consideration for Downtown parking/pedestrians/businesses; “It’s a benefit to the system”, Fossum says, for AG and BCA to handle Officer-involved cases
By Teri Knight, News Director As the City of Northfield continues to grapple with how to assess property owners for street repairs, the Council has
Water St. closure back on Council agenda; Underdahl urges covid precautions continue; NPD Chief message to community; Nfld Y opens; “Don’t cut through neighborhoods” as Roundabout detour starts
By Teri Knight, News Director The slim vote of Northfield Council to close the Water St. Bridge will be back on their agenda for tomorrow
Northfield Police Chief addresses police policy and procedures
Police Department Chief’s message The Northfield Police Department appreciates, understands, and recognizes the concerns related to the death of George Floyd while in custody of
Video on Hwy 246 and Jefferson Pkwy roundabout project
Northfield Engineering Manager, Sean Simonson, discusses this Summer’s work on the roundabout project and four grade-separated underpasses. He shows general detours and school access. The
Schools prepare for 3 options of learning in 20/21; NH&C opens pragmatically; Nfld’s only credit union breaks ground
By Teri Knight, News Director Long distance learning is over for the 19/20 school year. Northfield Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann commented on the surveys
Nfld man with possession of sawed off shotgun; In slim vote, Nfld Council approved temporarily closing Water St. Bridge; NH&C offers video to answer covid questions; WINGS celebrates 20 years with nearly $83k in grants
By Teri Knight, News Director A Northfield man is charged with possession of a short-barrelled gun after reporting an explosion of a shotgun shell inside
Local teen loses his life while cliff jumping; Memorial Pool ok’d to open July 1st; Western Ave. apt complex gets another nod
By Teri Knight, News Director A 17-year-old boy died Monday while cliff jumping at Lake Byllesby in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. According to Fox 9 News,
Friends You Can Count On 6-9-20
Hosts Wayne Eddy and Dina Fesler talk with Rochester Symphony Orchestra conductor Jere Lanz and Sutton Rodeo’s Steve Sutton about shutdowns in the entertainment industry
Keeping community relationships was the goal in Police Chief succession; It’s here, Hillmann comments on racism; Zumbrota man caught with stolen vehicle from S. Dak.; NDDC expands “Artists on Main Street”
By Teri Knight, News Director “I think we’re really lucky that we had a candidate as well qualified and educated as Mark Elliott”, that’s Northfield
Governor Tim Walz asks for Moment of Silence for George Floyd
Governor Tim Walz Orders Moment of Silence for George Floyd [ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz has issued a proclamation asking Minnesotans to spend
Nfld council to consider pool options and Water St. bridge closure; Prairie St. to get a cycle track; Archer House to open; Nfld DMV new hours
By Teri Knight, News Director Northfield Council will hold a special meeting tomorrow. They’ll consider alternative options to opening Memorial Pool. Facilities Manager, Jayson Dwelle,
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Events Calendar
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 |
