Local News
Landfill fire creates other concerns; Hillmann discusses activity fees, budget; Northfield Shares Environmental Sustainability Fund ready a year early
Northfield was coated in a layer of hazy smoke at times yesterday due to a fire at the Rice County Landfill. Northfield Area Fire and
Task force apprehends alleged Fentanyl dealer; Competition for Hispanic Heritage Month street banner; New book remembers Northfield 40-50 years ago
The Cannon River Drug and Violent Offender Task Force announced yesterday that its agents have arrested a man believed to be a major dealer of
Fire burning in Rice County Public Landfill
Northfield is coated in a layer of smoke today due to a fire at the Rice County Landfill. Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service Chief
Fatal crash on Highway 19; New measure allows school boards to renew operating levy; HCI offering Americorps positions, School Board meets tonight
A fatal one-car crash closed Highway 19 for hours on Saturday. Just after 11am Saturday morning on Highway 19 in Northfield, reports say a vehicle
Parklet request sparks conversation at council meeting; Many policy changes in education bill; Emmaus bike clinic on Sunday
The Northfield City Council approved the installation of a new parklet at the northwest corner of Division and 5th Streets on Tuesday night. What most
Referendum petition needs changes to meet Minnesota law; Hillmann, Pursell praise Education Omnibus Bill
The organizers of the petition seeking a referendum on the funding for Northfield’s 2023 city street projects have been informed that the petition as written
Council hears downtown flood mitigation recommendations; Northfield Bank Raid connected artifact up for auction; Hydrant flushing to begin on Sunday
On Tuesday night, the Northfield City Council heard a presentation about, and discussed, Phase 2 of the Downtown Flood Study. Joe Waln of Barr Engineering
NH+C pushes back against nurse staffing bill, Mayo exemption; Third Thursdays Downtown will begin this Thursday; Council will meet tonight
With less than a week left in the 2023 session, the pace at the Minnesota Legislature is turning from an organized sprint to a chaotic
Time winding down on legislature with work yet to do; Pride committee will award a scholarship; Flood warning in effect
The Minnesota Legislature is in the final days of the 2023 session. And while bills are being passed at a furious pace, there is stl
Flood warning issued for the Cannon River starting tomorrow
The National Weather Service in the Twin Cities has issued a Flood Warning for the Cannon River in Northfield begnning at 7am on Monday morning.
Elliott briefs council on police hiring and retention problems; Hillmann says Ag education will return to Northfield High School
Northfield Chief of Police Mark Elliott addressed the City Council during their work session meeting on Tuesday night to discuss the problems being felt both
Martig says Riverfront Development opens opportunities; SCCBI expands mental health crisis capacity in Rice County; History Theatre presents ‘The Defeat of Jesse James’
On Tuesday night, the Northfield City Council heard an update from consultants Bob Close and Bruce Jacobson regarding the city’s Riverfront Development plan, which is
Mexican Consul will visit Northfield; School District finances looking much better; Friends of College Monfant Gala set for Saturday
The City of Northfield announced on Monday that the Northfield Public Library will host the Mexican Consul to the State of Minnesota for a public
Pursell touts Ag bill; St. Olaf Avenue railroad crossing to close next week; City Council work session tonight
Representative Kristi Pursell (D-Northfield) said yesterday that the work of the Agriculture Conference Committee is done and is now awaiting votes by the House and
Pursell discusses support for paid family leave; City approves exterior transit hub plans; School Board will meet tonight
The Minnesota House of Representatives passed a bill last week that would create a Paid Family Leave program in Minnesota. Representative Kristi Pursell (D-Northfield), a
Northfield police using more foot patrols; Americorps positions available through Community Action Center; Former NHS educator to give Author Talk
Northfielders are starting to notice an increased police presence downtown, and the Northfield Police Department wants everyone to know that it is not because of
Martig responds to bike lane petition; Community Action Center looking for recycled fashion submissions
With residents of the Hidden Valley Townhomes Association circulating a petition for a reverse referendum on the funding for the city’s 2023 road construction projects,
Valley Pond Townhome residents working for reverse referendum; City encouraging more posts to community calendar; Library to host African music roundtable discussion
Residents of the Valley Pond Townhome Association are making one more attempt to stop the city from building a new bike path that would cut
Recent Programs
Specials
Raider Wrap
Out In The Open
Barrio Latino
The Naked Artist
Spill the Beans
On A Tangent
Townies
Doing Good Things for Kids
Out in the Open
Events Calendar
Local Events
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
|
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
|
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
|
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
