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Sam Temple talks about Northfield Public Broadcasting

Sam Temple of Northfield Public Broadcasting talks about upcoming programs and current programs available on NPB.

Lane closures on Highway 3 to improve traffic signals

Drivers can expect lane closures and traffic signal disruptions on Highway 3 at Second and Fifth streets from June 6 through 16 as the Highway 3 Signal Improvements Project moves into final stages of construction.

Crews are adding emergency vehicle traffic...

Assault/burglary

On Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 4:26 a.m., the Northfield Police Department received a 911 call reporting shots fired in the 700 block of Highway 3 North. The caller reported that a male suspect entered their residence with a shotgun and had fired the weapon. ...

On air with KYMN radio: Library Director Draper

Natalie Draper of the Northfield Public Library provides information on upcoming library programs and events. Signup for the summer reading program begins Monday, June 5.

Public dedication ceremony for mosaic mural in Council Chambers

City officials and the Northfield Arts and Culture Commission are hosting a public dedication ceremony for the mosaic mural located in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, June 13 at 5 p.m. at City Hall, 801 Washington Street. The ceremony will be held in the...

On air with KYMN radio: Mayor Pownell and City Administrator Martig

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig talk about the discussion over the 2023 Mill & Overlay Street Projects bid, and the petition for a reverse referendum on the the funding for that project.

On air with KYMN radio: Mayor Pownell, Library Director Draper and Assistant City Planner Needham

Mayor Pownell is joined by Director of Library Services Natalie Draper and Assistant City Planner Revee Needham to talk about opportunities for local artists to create public art in Northfield.

Call to artists for Hispanic Heritage Month banners

The Northfield Arts and Culture Commission, in partnership with the Friends of Downtown Northfield, is hosting a competition for artists to design a new downtown banner in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The banners will be displayed on light pole...

Library adds adults, baseball theme to its Summer Reading Challenge

Children, teens, and now adults can sign up for Northfield Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge beginning on June 5.

“We’re thrilled to invite adults to participate in our summer reading challenge this year,” says Natalie Draper, library director. “No...

“Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution” Poster Contest 2023 winners

By Kevin Strauss, Clean River Partners

Zaya Detert (grade 2 and 3) and Laurel Benson (grade 4 and 5) won first place in the 2023 City of Northfield “Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution” Poster Contest. Students from all five Northfi...

“Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution” Poster Contest 2023 winners

By Kevin Strauss, Clean River Partners

Zaya Detert (grade 2 and 3) and Laurel Benson (grade 4 and 5) won first place in the 2023 City of Northfield “Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution” Poster Contest. Students from all five Northfi...

“Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution” Poster Contest 2023 winners

By Kevin Strauss, Clean River Partners

Zaya Detert (grade 2 and 3) and Laurel Benson (grade 4 and 5) won first place in the 2023 City of Northfield “Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution” Poster Contest. Students from all five Northfi...

Note from the mayor: “Cows, Colleges and Contentment” not being put out to pasture

Recently, the Northfield News published a piece regarding the work of the city’s new Branding Committee. People have asked me what is happening–and whether our motto of Cows, Colleges, and Contentment is going away. I wanted to share s...

Are you eligible for a property tax refund?

Some Minnesota homeowners, depending on their income, or the percentage or amount of increase in their property taxes could be eligible for a property tax refund known as the Minnesota Homestead Credit Refund.

On air with KYMN radio: Communications Specialist Trygestad

Kara Trygestad, Communications Specialist for the City of Northfield, provides information about programs available on the Northfield Public Broadcasting channel, and about the Community Events Calendar on the city’s website.

Highway 3 signal improvements

The City of Northfield Trunk Highway (TH) 3 signal improvements project is slated to begin construction the week of May 1, 2023. This project includes upgrades to the traffic signals on Highway 3 from Second Street in Northfield to Hester Street in Dundas...

On air with KYMN radio: Fire Chief Nelson and Building Official Morehouse

Fire Chief Tom Nelson and Mike Morehouse, City of Northfield Building Official, discuss fire and building codes, safety tips, and the recent deck collapse in Northfield.

On air with KYMN radio: Fire Chief Nelson and Building Official Morehouse

Fire Chief Tom Nelson and Mike Morehouse, City of Northfield Building Official, discuss fire and building codes, safety tips, and the recent deck collapse in Northfield.

Recycling and composting for a better Northfield

By Matt Rohn, guest contributor on behalf of the Environmental Quality Commission

So, what’s with all those colorful tops and information stickers on the Bridge Square waste receptacles? It’s a city pilot project to increase the quality of downtown recycli...