Halfway through the period that Minnesota Law Enforcement calls “The 100 Deadliest Days of the Year,” Northfield Chief of Police Mark Elliott is reciting a familiar refrain. Those behind the wheel need to slow down and pay attention.  Last year, across the state, there were fewer driving fatalities than there had been during the Covid […]

Performing Arts Manager of the Northfield Arts Guild Pauline Jennings talks about upcoming events including Barb Piper’s new CD release and the production of The Merry Wives of Windsor.

CC Linstroth of the Age Friendly Northfield Steering Committee recaps the organization’s recent Street Dance event, and talks about other local upcoming events.

Northfield Police Chief Mark Elliott and Pastor Dean Swenson from Hosanna Church discuss the upcoming Picnic in the Park on Monday, July 22nd supporting local first responders, as well as updates on the Toward Zero Deaths program, the new Police Chief search, and the upcoming Night to Unite.

The Northfield City Council received some surprising and troubling news during their work session on Tuesday night. A new report on the Drinking Water Treatment Plant that is under development right now, shows the cost of construction to be 70% higher than originally estimated.  Northfield City Administrator said the plant will cost just over $58 […]

The Rice County Fair begins today. Marking just past the halfway point of the summer, the fair will offer all of the traditional attractions and favorites that locals have come to expect as well as a few new entertainment options and points of interest.      The 4H Barns will be busy each day of the fair, […]

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig discusses last night’s City Council Work Session.

Northfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matt Hillmann has released a statement informing the school district that Dr. Rob Hardy, a former two-term member of the Northfield School Board, will be recommended to fill the absence left when Noel Stratmoen submitted a temporary resignation from the board last month.  During their regular meeting on July 8th, […]

Three Links Health Services’ Director of Enrichment Amanda Gruber discusses the organization’s upcoming 125th anniversary on Thursday, July 18th.