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The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, October 14th, 2025: Focus on mature drivers’ safety after an increase in crashes Northfield Fire Department Secures Better Insurance Rating For Community 

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks last night's efficient city council meeting.

Veterans Day is just about a month away, on Tuesday, November 11th, which also marks the day the First World War ended (November 11, 1918). On each Tuesday, now until Veterans Day, we will take about 10 minutes to discuss the history of WWI.   In the first episode, we talk about the most immediate cause of WWI: the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, October 13th, 2025: Minnesota Senate Holds A Committee Hearing in Northfield on Federal Funding and Healthcare  City Council Approves Utility Rate Increases; Plans to Begin Saving for a Water Treatment Plant Northfield School Board Meets Tonight; 10-14-2025

Paisley Gardens owner Rachel Kinny discusses the store's fundraiser for Metavivor, an organization advocating and funding research for metastatic breast cancer. 10% of blooming bulbs sales in October will go to Metavivor, along with their fundraiser this Sunday, October 19th from 1-4pm. 

Northfield Hospital + Clinics Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Clinton Muench discusses the latest and greatest in joint replacement technology, non-surgical options for how to manage joint pain, and more.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, October 10th, 2025: Northfield Public Library Seeks Design Input on How To Better Use Space Around the Library Mayor Zweifel Issues Proclamation Declaring Today Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Northfield Dundas City Council Meets Tonight 10-12-2025

His Royal Highness, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, visited St. Olaf College on Wednesday. The Crown Prince spent nearly three hours on campus, meeting with students and faculty, touring the campus, and leading a discussion forum. Music is by the St. Olaf Orchestra and Choir, then you will hear a forum between a group of students and the Crown Prince. 

His Royal Highness, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, visited St. Olaf College on Wednesday. The Crown Prince spent nearly three hours on campus, meeting with students and faculty, touring the campus, and leading a discussion forum. The music performed is by the St. Olaf Orchestra and Choir. First, you will hear from College President Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, and then you will hear from the Crown Pr...

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, October 10th, 2025: Crown Prince Haakon of Norway Visits St. Olaf College; Praises the Relationship Between the College and Country City Council Considers Lowering Residential Speed Limits in Northfield from 30 mph to 20 or 25 mph

Northfield Union of Youth Executive Director Kelli Podracky introduces NUY's new Housing Program Manager Brian Marrison, discusses housing and youth homelessness in Minnesota, and previews upcoming events. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, October 8th 2025:  Northfield Fire Department Hosts Open House Tonight;  Nominate a worthy person, group or organization for the 2026 Northfield Human Rights Award Charlie Cloud Takes Over As Coach of the Boys Hockey Team - Raider Sports Highlight

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss last night's city council meeting, where topics included a petition to establish a Special Services District downtown, water utility rates, and more. 

KYMN's Logan Wells recaps last night's City Council meeting. Topics include: A Special Services District for Downtown, The Water Utility Rates in Northfield, and the Water Submetering Ordinance. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025: Northfield High School Sees Improvements in Student Attendance  Second Half of Rice County Property Tax Payments Due Oct. 15 Northfield Fire Department Has A Busy Weekend Responding To Several Grass Fires 

Laura Turek and Kathy Olson from WINGS (Women in Northfield Giving Support) discuss their organization’s impact in the community, and their 25th anniversary open house at Reunion this Thursday evening.

In his regular 6:30 am segment, KYMN's Logan Wells often chooses a variety of different topics, from explaining city government to more laid-back fun topics. Today, he talks about the history of one of the most iconic card games, cribbage. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, October 6th, 2025: The Mill Towns Race Series Returns to the Northfield Area on Sunday, October 12 Northfield City Council Meets Tonight for a Regular Meeting

NAFRS Chief Tom Nelson talks about National Fire Prevention Week October 5th-11th, tips for fire safety at home, and events going on this week.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, October 6th 2025: Several Road Projects Underway in Northfield;  City Council Set To Determine Rent Rates for 50 North, CAC, & HCI at the NCRC Building