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Northfield School Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the Nashville school shooting, prevention and preparedness for such events; legislative educational budget issues; grant program for persons of color to obtain teaching license, and more.

Jane Moore and Rae Horton of the Northfield Arts Guild Board of Directors talk about the event coming up "Art and All That Jazz" featuring live musicians on Saturday, April 29, 6-10 pm at Amory Square and discuss Arts Guild programs and membership opportunities.  For more information or purchase tickets, visit northfieldartsguild.org.

CC Linstroth of Age-Friendly Northfield talks about their strong pickleball program at the High School; the group's input into the City's downtown redevelopment program to consider spaces for older adults; and other resources for older adults. Paul Reiland of Johnson-Reiland Builders discusses collaboration with AARP to provide ideas and information about downsizing on April 19 at FiftyNorth. 

NAFRS Fire Chief Tom Nelson talks about the benefits of being a full-time fire chief and the plans and projects that he and the fire department staff are involved with. They will be seeking more paid on-call firefighters this spring and will be holding an open house for interested individuals. More information about that will be coming soon.

Master arborist Faith Appelquist talks about the emerald ash borer and concerns about its infestation in Minnesota, including Northfield.

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig and City Planner Mikayla Schmidt talk about various projects in the city planning department including the Riverfront Enhancement Plan, Bridge Square plans, and more.

Laura Stelter, Executive Director of Arcadia Charter School, describes the background, curriculum, and programs at the school.  Arcadia serves grade 6-12 and will hold an open house on March 23, 6:00-7:30 pm, mostly geared toward sixth graders transitioning into the school but is open to all to learn about Arcadia.

This week, host Pauline Jennings talks with the award winning Rob Meany. Rob is a singer-songwriter solo artist and member of twin-cities based powerhouse band, Terramara (think Steely Dan meets Ben Folds).  Tune in to hear about his recently released single - and the alien abduction story behind the song 🙂, find out about his musical journey, discuss the music quote of the week, dish about his best gig/worst gig, and so much more!

Molly Olson and Erin Tone of Riverbend Nature Center provide information about spring activities at the Center. For more information, visit rbnc.org.

Sam Daly of Believet Canine Service Partners explains the mission of the organization in providing service dogs to veterans.  There will be a fundraiser on Saturday, March 25, 5 pm at the Northfield Ballroom.