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Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce President Jane Bartho and Director of Engagement Rachel Trnka talk all things Winter Walk, happening downtown this Thursday starting at 4:30pm. 

Josh Zimmermann and Logan Wells from Friends of Downtown Northfield discuss the annual window display contest and announce this year's winners. 

The Northfield School Board meets tonight for its Truth in Taxation meeting. KYMN's Logan Wells explains how school financing works and what makes tonight's meeting unique from the City Government. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, December 8th, 2025: Northfield Public Schools Holds Truth in Taxation Meeting This Evening Dundas City Council Set to Approve Budget & 14% Tax Increase at Tonight's Truth in Taxation Meeting

Director of Library Services at the Northfield Public Library Natalie Draper talks the new mural covering the fencing at the Archer House site, a new captioning device used for programming to assist those who are hard of hearing, and upcoming events at the library. 

Runamuck Workshop owners Sheana and Cory Schlichter discuss their new toy store and much more in downtown Faribault. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, December 5th 2025: Arcadia Charter School Hosts Annual ThanksGive Fundraiser Tonight Liquor Licence for Froggz Revoked After Insurance and Building Code Issues  Historical Trends - Part 2: The Northfield Public Schools Budget Explained 

Craig Swenson, Assistant Director/Fitness Manager, provides information about upcoming programs, activities and events at FiftyNorth .

Captain Nathan Budin from the Rice County Sheriff's Office talks winter reminders for thin ice, a new Mental Health Treatment Court program rolling out next year, and the Battle of the Badges between the Sheriff's Office and the Northfield Police Department to raise money for Salvation Army.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, December 4th, 2025: Northfield City Council Approves a 9.9% Tax Increase Carleton’s Craft Fair & Custodial Bake Sale on Friday

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss last night's final City Council meeting of the year, including the approval of the 2026 tax levy increase, budget, Capital Improvement Plan and Capital Equipment Plan.

Steven Wille from St. John's UCC Wheeling Township discusses their upcoming traditional German Christmas Dinner fundraiser, happening this Saturday, December 6th.

The Northfield City Council met last night for its last meeitng of 2025. KYMN's Logan Wells provides a recap of what happened. The two major topics are approval of the budget and tax levy, and adopting the new drone policy for the city. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025:  Quarter 3 Police Report Details The Department's Operations During the  DJJD Celebration  The Revenue Sources - The Northfield Public Schools Budget Explained Part 1

Northfield Shares Executive Director Carrie Carroll and Education and Engagement Manager Jariya Goerwitz discuss their most recent grant cycle, their goals for a lasting impact on the community, and more.

 Tonight, the Northfield City Council will approve the budget and tax levy increase for next year, which is set to be 9.9%. KYMN's Logan Wells provides a breakdown of the budget, how it works, what's driving the increase, and pretty much everything you need to know ahead of tonight's meeting. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025: City of Northfield Holds Truth In Taxation Meeting Tonight; Set to Approve Budget & 9.9% Tax Increase

Denise Gillen and Yolanda Helgeson from Carleton College discuss the annual Craft Fair and Custodial Bake Sale fundraiser, happening this Friday, December 5th from 8am to 2pm at the Weitz Center for Creativity. 

KYMN's Logan Wells brings three phone books of Northfield, from 1968-69, 1972-73, and 1976, and shows a unique lens of history of the town through ads and what else is in the phone book.

The news from Northfield Minnesota on Monday, December 1st, 2025

Don Pavek talks about the kick-off to the annual Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses last night's City Council meeting, where they primarily discussed the proposed 2026 general fund budget and levy, and more updates from the city. 

Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the legacy of Noel Stratmoen, recent state recognition of School Board members, and last night's School Board meeting. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, November 25th, 2025