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Seems a lot of citizens were interested in learning more about what ADUs are.  The City of Northfield held an Open House last night regarding Accessory Dwelling Units as the Planning Commission recommended a, sort of carte blanche, in allowing them to bypass many of the regulations for building.  It might be easier to say The post ADU Open House fills Council Chambers; Less trash?  Smaller cans available; Callery wins State Poetry Out Loud contest appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

New Northfield Community Development Director Mitzi Baker talks about her job, her work with the recently established Riverfront Enhancement Committee, and other community development projects. The post Mitzi Baker appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

As we celebrate the Spring Equinox today, the river, she’s rising.  Northfield Police Chief Monte Nelson gave an update on the flooding situation this morning.  The Cannon is just over 898 ft today, and businesses are preparing, Nelson says this will be a long-term Spring season concern.  The National Weather Service has placed Northfield, specifically, The post Nfld has 60% major flood chance; Council goes sideways on sidewalk discussion during Approval of Plans/Specs for 2019 Street project; ADU Open House appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

Northfield Police Chief Monte Nelson provides an update on the Cannon River flooding situation and cautions citizens to stay away from flooded, sandbagged and barricaded areas for their safety.  The National weather services says there is a 60% chance that we will reach major flood stage in Northfield this spring.   The post Chief Monte Nelson appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

Anika Rychner and Dawn Wegscheid from the Northfield Community Action Center Food Shelf talk about the programs and needs for the food shelf, and the March foodshare campaign.   The post Anika Rychner and Dawn Wegscheid appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig and Mayor Rhonda Pownell talk about the March 19 City Council meeting.  Topics include the approval of rates for a 20 gallon container for garbage disposal – residents can reduce waste and get a lower cost – call 507-645-3015 to request change of service.  The City is considering a grant The post Ben Martig and Rhonda Pownell appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

The Northfield Area YMCA Board of Directors announced yesterday the hiring of Krista Danner as the new CEO.  Virginia Kaczmarek left late last year to head up the Y organization in Rochester, which led to a national search to fill the open position.  Search Committee Chair Gretchen Ehresmann said they narrowed a pool of 24 The post Nfld Area YMCA announces new CEO; Nfld Schools projects form planning and user groups for construction input; Designing for a seamless fit; Cultural Plan, street projects, pools and policy appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

Helen Dillon, a seamstress in Northfield, is Wayne’s guest.   The post Helen Dillon appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

The Cannon river is holding steady at just under 898 ft right now.  Protocols are in place at Froggy Bottoms River Pub with their barriers up and areas of the west side of the Riverwalk are closed but so far there’s been no report of water coming into the businesses.  There are areas of trails The post Cannon holding at just under 897 ft.; Rice Co. jail adds Social Worker to staff; Hampton man reunited with classic car; Nfld Council agenda includes Cultural Plan, Street reclamation and pool repair; State of the City appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.

Just about everywhere you turn now, there seems to be conversations and advertisements for CBD oil but what is it exactly?  Teri Knight’s guest today is Dr. Rachna Patel with her book “The CBD Oil Solution – treat chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, and more without the high”.  She discusses the legality of CBD oil, what’s The post The CBD Oil Solution by Dr. Rachna Patel appeared first on KYMN Radio · Northfield, MN · AM 1080 & FM 95.1.