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School District begins budgeting process; Rice County Probation Officer named Best Supporting Agent; Dundas hiring two new positions
The Northfield School District is embarking on its annual budgeting process for the 2023-24 school year by looking at the facilities maintenance budgets. During the
Pursell backs more inclusive MNsure regulations; Workshops focusing on separate redevelopment areas scheduled for this week; Council worksession to focus on branding
Last week, Minnesota House Democrats held a press conference announcing their plan for a public health insurance option that they say will help reduce Minnesotans’
City Council discusses Neighborhood Center Floating Districts; Pursell appointed to MN Clean Water Council, 2-13-23
Neighborhood Center Floating Districts At last Tuesday’s city council meeting, councilors heard the the first reading of Ordinance No. 1051. The ordinance will amend several
School District LETRS Program; Part 2 of ‘Not Mobile’ Podcast, 2-10-23
School District LETRS Program The Northfield school district has joined a growing number of districts around the country that have adopted the LETRS method of
Lincoln Street construction project; LBSA seeking legislative support; Early voting in Township elections begins
Lincoln Street Reconstruction At Tuesday’s city council meeting, concerned citizens who live in the Lincoln Street area came out en masse to speak during the
Restoring felon voting rights, City Council supports Drivers License for All, United Way accepting grant applications
Felon Voting Rights The MN House last week passed a bill, “Restore the Vote”, that would restore the voting rights of convicted felons once they
New jail and mental health, City Council meeting preview, and 2023 road construction
New Jail Mental Health As public health and law enforcement agencies continue to struggle to deal with the rising tide of mental health issues plaguing
Cannabis Legislation update, Fire at Winjum’s Resort, Popcorn Wagon to be Refurbished
Legalize Cannabis Legislation As state legislators get ready to vote on the legalization of cannabis products, the bill is making it’s way through the committee
Arrest made, charges filed in July overdose death; Public Safety Center will require more corrections officers; Northfield Public Library has new satellitie book drops
On Tuesday, Northfield police made an arrest in connection with the overdose death of a young Northfield man, and yesterday the Rice County Attorney’s office
Chamber touting new DEED loan program; City Horticulturist gearing up for new season; Viking Terrace to celebrate Candlemas
The Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement reminding the business community about a special program being offered by the Minnesota Department of
Nelson assumes full time role today; Rice County Horticulture Day set for March 11; LBSA seeks event volunteers
After eight years of existence, recommendations by three different independent consultants, and two solid years of debate, the Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service has
Pursell bill would offer grants for Ag co-ops; Ruth’s House Helping Hearts fundraiser set for next week; Northfield Special Services Director Cheryl Hall announces retirement
Representative Kristi Pursell has introduced her first piece of legislation into the Minnesota House of Representatives, and true to her word, it is a bill
Plans for Riverfront still in process; Pursell votes clean energy for farmers; Age Friendly Northfield touting Aging in Place
The City of Northfield has announced long-term plans that would radically redesign the riverfront area. The plans as announced have been somewhat vague and have
NAFRS honors retirees, Firefighter of the Year Ben Simpson; District examining technical education curriculum; Wall Street Road Project open for comment;
As it does at the beginning of every new year, the Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service has undergone a re-organization of its leadership. The
City consultant discusses Riverfront projects; Local author to discuss forgotten Minnesota murder mystery
As the City of Northfield moves forward on the Bridge Square renovation, the 5th & Water Street redevelopment project, and a much larger vision for
District looking at further budget problems; Mill Towns Trail tops city’s legislative agenda
During the School Board meeting on Monday night, Val Mertesdorf, the Director of the Northfield School District Finances gave an updated budget forecast that projected
Northfield Police Department adds electric squad car to its fleet; Pursell discusses needs in the state education budget
The Northfield Police Department has put the long-expected first fully electric squad car into its general patrol fleet. Last week, the department took delivery of
Pursell says abortion bill invokes ‘big feelings’ and is necessary; Xcel stepping up to help Northfield attract commercial industrial business; School Board meets tonight
On Thursday night, the Minnesota House of Representatives passed a bill that would protect the rights of a woman in the state to have an
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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 |
