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Lippert says he will not seek re-election
Rep. Todd Lippert, who represents Northfield and District 20B in the State House of Representatives, announced today that he will not seek re-election this fall. “I have
City takes closer look at railroad quiet zone; Northfield Historical Society adjusting hours, offering special programming
There was some good news at the Northfield City Council meeting on Tuesday night for those who do not enjoy the incessant howl of train
City approves Sustainable Building Policy; Rice County making more climate friendly efforts; Temple says NPB has exciting things on the horizon
Last night the Northfield City Council passed a new sustainable building policy that will require new construction receiving subsidy from the city to meet higher
Northfield Area Chamber announces 2022 honorees; Percy launches new novel, ‘The Unfamiliar Garden’
The Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2022 Northfield Business of the Year, Businessperson of the Year and the Chamber Ambassador of the Year. Just Food Co-op
Rice County taking measures to reduce courts backlog; Hillmann touts Northfield early learning programs; City Council set to meet tomorrow night
A statement released just before Christmas has confirmed the plans to reduce the backlog of cases in the Rice County court system. Due to the
County looks to combine Social Services, Corrections Departments; District, NPD re-authorize School Resource Officer; Public Service wants you
Rice County Administrator Sara Folstad, County Social Services Director Mark Shaw, and Community Corrections Director Rick Gieseke gave a presentation to the Rice County Board
Hillmann discusses security and safety in schools; Benjamin Percy readies for Sundance Film Festival
Shortly before Northfield Public Schools went on holiday break, a trend occurred across the Tik Tok social media platform that was encouraging students to commit
Northfield School District offering at-home Covid tests to students; Historical Society offers all third-graders museum field trip; Passport fees increase
As we move into what will be a third calendar year with Covid-19, and with the Omicron variant playing havoc with holiday plans, Northfield Superintendent
Kallestad’s tenure with city has been impactful; NAFRS to look at full-time chief recommendation
Yesterday was Northfield City Program Coordinator Beth Kallestad’s final day with the city. After packing a decade’s worth of work into two-and-a-half years, Kallestad has accepted
NAFRS Board will evaluate report piece by piece; Historical Society expanding through technology; Special deer hunt in Rice County
Earlier this month, the Northfield Area Fir and Rescue Service received a report from a consultant, who was hired to do a full organizational review
Lippert looks toward new session; Red Cross needs blood; Malcolm advises caution over the holidays
State Representative Todd Lippert sent a newsletter to his constituents yesterday that laid out his agenda and priorities for the coming regular session of the
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Hideaway set for 9th annual Christmas Dinner; NPD hiring challenges; Draheim discusses need for housing reform
Saturday is Christmas Day, which for most people is a day away from work to spend time with family and loved ones. For the ninth
Draheim bothered by lack of workforce participation; Elliott discusses Data Coordinator Position
State Senator Rich Draheim said one of his goals when the state legislature reconvenes next month will be to motivate people to go back to
Final call for Red Kettle Bell Ringers; Elliott happy to see new patrol officer in budget; Draheim says higher energy costs are troubling
As the Rice County Salvation Army heads into the final week of their annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign, they are still looking for people to
NAFRS Report calls for overhaul, full time chief; NH+C readying for Omicron spike this winter
An organizational review commissioned by the Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Service has returned a report depicting an organization deeply in need of restructuring and
Elliott recommends Everbridge alerts for all Northfielders; Salvation Army needs volunteers this week; New District Strategic Plan adopted by school board
After the severe – and bizarre – storm that came through Northfield on Wednesday night, Northfield Chief of Police Mark Elliott said that the community
Draheim discusses the budget surplus; Contracting enrollment in Northfield School District; NDDC will adjust to new role
State Senator Rich Draheim said yesterday that he is not surprised at the size of the $7.7 billion state budget surplus. In fact, he said, he had
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Local Events
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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 |