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Elliott has concerns he hopes the legislature will address; Rice County Township candidate slate has ‘holes’
With the Minnesota Legislature in session looking at a possible $17.6 billion surplus, it would seem every city and state program and department is looking
Snow causes shutdowns, cancellations, snow emergency; City seeks DEED Grant; Rice SWCD tree sale is open
Some 4-5″ inches of snow fell overnight over South-Central Minnesota last night, and more is expected into the late morning hours. The snow has caused
Updated School Closings and for 1-19: Northfield, Cannon Falls, Faribault, Kenyon Wanamingo, Owatonna, Randolph, Tri-City United Public Schools are all closed today
Some 4-5″ inches of snow fell overnight over South-Central Minnesota last night, and more is expected into the late morning hours. The snow has caused
Snow Storm Alerts for 1/19/2023
Another round of snow is set to hit Northfield starting Wednesday night and moving into Thursday. Northfield will be in a Winter Storm Warning starting
Hillmann meets National Superintendent of the Year Committee; Pursell will support legal marijuana for farmers; Council hears ‘No Mow May’ presentation
As a finalist for the 2023 National Superintendent of the Year Award, Northfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matt Hillman was in Northfield Schools Superintendent, Matt
Township election filing deadline is today; Pursell digging into committee assignments; City Council meet tonight
The deadline to file for elective office in one of the many Rice County Townships is today. At least one seat will be on the
Tobacco store robbery suspect in custody; MLK Day event set for tonight; Loon Liquors looks to acquire Post Office
After a broad daylight armed robbery of the Downtown Tobacco Store, Northfield Police have a suspect in custody. 18-year-old Seveth Owen Baker of Northfield was
Northfield Public Safety training is forward thinking; Riverfront could play a big role in Northfield’s future; WINGS now accepting grant applications
The active assailant training that was conducted at the Northfield Middle School last weekend was somewhat unusual from other parts of the country, because of
Chamber announces 2023 business honorees; Council hears update on 5th & Water Street project; Rice County Sheriff equipment upgrades proving difficult
Yesterday the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce announced this year’s award winners for Business of the Year, Businessperson of the Year, and Ambassador of the
Coleman appointed to School Board; Chamber banquet set for January 26; Rice County promoting Radon testing
On Monday night during their first meeting of the year, the Northfield School Board appointed Robert Coleman as the interim member of the board who
Northfield Schools are closed today, other area schools, businesses closed as well
The Northfield Public School District has announced an eLearning Day. Schools will be closed due to the icy conditions on the roads. Cannon Falls has
Carleton student struck by car on campus; Petition submitted to the city to stop bikeways; Council work session set for tonight
A Carleton student was hit by a car yesterday outside of Laird Stadium on the Carleton College Campus. A statement released by the NPD said
Emergency services gather to train for active shooter scenario; Little adjustment period for new Rep Pursell; School Board meets tonight
On Saturday morning, members of the Northfield Polce Department, the Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service, the Northfield Hospital + Clinics Emergency Medical Service team,
Hillmann discusses district’s legislative agenda; Thomas, Malecha offer Public Safety Center updates; Middle School will host multi-agency emergency training tomorrow
On Monday night during his second inaugural address, Governor Tim Walz promised a world class education for every student in Minnesota. Northfield Superintendent of Public
Bikeways bring objections to City Council; New faces representing Northfield in St. Paul; MLK Day event set for January 16
On Tuesday night during the Northfield City Council meeting, the council considered the 2023 mill & overlay project, which will focus on the southwestern section
Council welcomes Sokup, Holmes; Hillmann discusses Covid relief funds; New management, future ownership, at The Grand
The Northfield City Council convened last night for the first meeting of 2023, and the first item on the agenda was administering the oath of
UPDATED: School and business closings, snow emergency in the KYMN listening area
The KYMN listening are received more than four inches of snow overnight. Because of that there are several school closings and delays. Northfield Public Schools
Updated Closings & Delays for 1/4/2022 – Northfield Public Schools are closed Wednesday, January 4th
The KYMN listening are received more than four inches of snow overnight. Because of that there are several school closings and delays. Northfield Public Schools
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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 |