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By Teri Knight, News Director Local law enforcement is feeling the repercussions of the actions of four former police officers in the killing of George Floyd. Rice County Sheriff Troy Dunn has a regular monthly appointment on KYMN to discuss local matters. While condemning the actions of those former officers, now charged, and the peaceful

Northfield Police Chief Monte Nelson discusses the impact of the killing of George Floyd on our local community and the nomination of Deputy Chief Mark Elliot to replace Nelson when he retires on July 31st. The commitment to training and more.

Rice County Sheriff Troy Dunn discusses the killing of George Floyd and subsequent protests. The impact on our communities and a call for justice. He also addressed how recent incidents sometimes lump all officers together and the message is getting lost among rioting and the destruction it causes. “Let’s do our peaceful protests and let’s

By Teri Knight, News Director The Northfield City Council unanimously confirmed Deputy Chief Mark Elliott as the next Chief of Police. Chief Nelson went into action seeking out a qualified candidate to replace Mark Dukatz, who retired in March of last year, keeping in mind that he wanted someone to eventually take his place. Administrator

Kosmo Esplan talks about the debut of a new radio play that he wrote called WILLing to Win.  The play will air on KYMN today (Wednesday) at 10 a.m.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig recap the June 2 City Council meeting.  Topics include the Northfield Hospital & Clinics annual audit, cancellation of July 4 fireworks, promotion of Deputy Chief Mark Elliott to Police Chief, and more.

Hosts Wayne Eddy and Dina Fesler explore wellness in this time of civil unrest and pandemic.  Guests include: Alica Bartels  Co-Owner of Blue Sage Day Spa on Division Street for the past 6 years; she is an Advanced Licensed Esthetician and Stylist; we will talk about the re-opening of salons after the quarantine, her training

By Teri Knight, News Director Dundas council held a work session last week. They considered whether to reactivate their Economic Development Authority. Administrator Teppen added that they discussed the sale of the old City Hall and possible development next to the new one down the block. She said, “rather than discuss it as an entire

Brett Reese and Ashley Ringlien of Rebound Enterprises talk about how Reunion will be re-opening for outdoor dining and discuss renovations and reopening plans for the Archer House and the Tavern.

Greg Siems, Executive Director of the Northfield Downtown Development Corporation talks about Artists on Main Street which is possible through a grant received by the NDDC.  There will be a virtual workshop for those interested in participating this year. For more information, visit the NDDC website.   Applications are due on July 31. The overarching goals