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Michael Johnson, Executive Director, and Pauline Jennings, Performing Arts Manager of the Northfield Arts Guild, talk about upcoming performances and events.

In the next two years, the Mill Towns State Trail is set to expand in south in Dundas and north of Northfield out to the Waterford Historic Bridge. KYMN’s Logan Wells, talks a little bit about the context of the trail, its route, and its next steps.

See the map of the full trail here

See the map of the Northfield segment here

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025:

Northfield City Council Meets Tonight, Discussion Includes: Approving the Comprehensive Plan & Road Projects in 2026 

Memorial Day 2025 Series: VFW and DJJD Committee Raise $32,000 To Purchase Bulletproof Vests for Northfield First Responders 

KYMN's Logan Wells returns with another edition of "So You Think You Know Northfield?" Where he quizzes Rich and Ryan on how much they know about Northfieild. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, May 19th 2025:

Northfield Police Chief & Schools Superintendent Comment on Criminal Charges Against Former Teacher & School Resource Officer 

Hydrant Flushing Begins In Northfield

Memorial Day 2025 Series: What is the VFW? 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota

The news from this last week on KYMN Radio

 MN District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell provides her weekly legislative update. 

On Monday, the Northfield Schools community received a major update on the High School Renovation project. KYMN's Logan Wells reviews the plan and what some of the major items are:

Review the full plan here (Page 8)

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, May 16th, 2025: 

Northfield High School Reimage Project Update: First Designs Revealed 

Northfield’s Love Our City Event This Saturday; Volunteers Needed For Yardwork Around Town

Northfield Honor Art Students Show Opening Reception Tonight

 Kelli Podracky talks about a grant awarded to the Northfield Union of Youth that will be used to expand services at The Key. 

 Rob Ryden talks about a bike fix-it clinic to be held at Emmaus Church on Saturday, May 17, 9am-noon, and the one-day music festival "Wazaroo" on June 28. 

 Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer talks about the opportunity to train to be a police officer through grant funding, National Police Week, mental health for officers, and more. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on this Thursday, May 15th, 2025: 

Third Thursday Returns to Northfield; This Year Expanded to include more of Downtown and Events  

Frankenstein Production Opens Tonight at Arcadia Charter School

Objections To Northfield’s Comprehensive Plan Delay Potential Approval 

 Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig talks about the May 13 City Council work session. 

 Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, talks about current issues relating to national security. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, May 14th 2025:

Minnesota Libraries Prepare for Possible Federal Funding Cuts

 Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks about the May 12 City Council meeting. The main agenda item was issuing bids for a pedestrian crossing at the Hwy 3 and County Rd 1 intersection. 

 Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann thanks retiring High School Principal Shane Baier, discusses the May 12 School Board meeting, and more. 

 Last night, the Northfield School Board heard a report about the school's Child Nutrition budget. The Northfield Public Schools served over 228,000 lunches in the first semester this year. KYMN's Logan Wells provides some context on school lunches nationally and how they are paid for. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025:

Northfield Police Department Publishes Quarterly Report; Chief Says They Are Doing More With Less

Rice County first-half property taxes for real/personal property are due Thursday, May 15, 2025.

Northfield City Council Meets Tonight for A Work Session to Discuss The Strategic Plan & Art Allowance

 Teresa Jensen and Josh Zimmerman of Friends of Downtown Northfield talk about Third Thursdays. On the third Thursday of every summer month from 5pm - 8pm, Friends of Downtown Northfield will co-host an all-ages event downtown, featuring live music. 

 Don Pavek provides information about the Bethel Lutheran Church annual garage sale to be held Friday, May 16, 7am-6pm, and Saturday, May 17, 8am-noon. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, April 12th, 2025:

Natalie Draper & Angelica Linder Recognized for Their Work by the Library Journal

Update on the High School Construction Project Expected at Tonight’s School Board Meeting

Dundas City Council Meets Tonight 5/12/2025

The news from Northfield this past week

The news from Northfield this past week on KYMN Radio

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer and EMS Chief Brian Edwards talk about the important collaboration the departments have during emergencies.

 Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer and EMS Chief Brian Edwards talk about the important collaboration the departments have during emergencies. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, May 9th, 2025: 

CC Linstroth is the recipient of the Joseph Lee Heywood Distinguished Service Award 

Cleanup Days in Northfield and Dundas on Saturday; Fire Chief Encourages Residents To Remove Spring Clutter

10 Northfield FFA Students Travel to State Convention; Several Receive Degrees & Awards

KYMN's Logan Wells talks with Northfield Area Fire Chief Tom Nelson about a structure fire on May 7th. 

 Host Kosmo Esplan talks with Dr. Timothy Mahr who conducted the St, Olaf Band for 29 years. 

 Host Kosmo Esplan talks with local history buffs Susan Hvistendahl and Jeff Suave regarding their in-depth history of the St. Olaf Band founded on October 5, 1891. 

 Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, discusses the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, and government cuts to high ranking military officials. 

 Northfield Mayor Ericka Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig talk about the May 6 City Council meeting. Topics include approval of the construction of a new Ice Arena, the Comp Plan, and Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer's Quarterly Report. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, May 8th 2025;

Northfield City Council Approves Ice Arena Project; Guaranteed Maximum Price Set At $26 Million

Dundas Dukes Host Home Opener This Sunday; Field Renamed to Bill Nelson Field at Memorial Park

 KYMN's Logan Wells, talks about the Northfield City Council meeting held last night including approving the construction of a new Ice Arena, the debate about the Comp Plan, and the Police Chief's Quarterly Report. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025:

The Northfield Community Cleans Up Veterans Memorial Park Ahead of Service

Dundas Publishes Regular Drinking Water Report Showing No Issues In City Water

Road Construction Begins at Industrial Dr. & Laurel Ct. in Northfield; Maple Street construction Set to start May 19th

KYMN's Logan Wells & Maya Betti talk with two of the regional partners of the Northfield Public Library: Krista Ross with the Southeastern Libraries Cooperating (SELCO) and Maggie Snow of MiniTex about the services they provide, the effects of federal funding on their organizations, and how that would affect local libraries.