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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. 

KYMN's Logan Wells discusses the City of Northfield's Comprehensive Plan or Comp Plan, which is the cities 20 year long plan. Tonight, the plan goes to the Northfield City Council for its final vote of approval.  Read the Final Proposal of the Comp Plan Here

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025:  Northfield City Council Set To Approve Maximum Price and Bids for Ice Arena at Tonight’s Meeting; For a Home Valued at $350,000, the Expected Tax Increase is Approx. $204 A Year Northfield’s Comprehensive Plan or 20-Year Plan is Set To Be Approved Tonight Other Items on the Northfield City Council Agenda Tonight

The Northfield City Council is set to approve the Comprehensive Plan for the City on Tuesday evening. In February, KYMN recorded a special about the Comp Plan, reviewing it in-depth. With the plan up for final approval, we wanted to air that special again. While the plan has been slightly amended since then, the show remains a good place to learn about the overall plan and context. KYMN will be do...

 Representative Kristi Pursell provides Weekly Legislative Update, 5-2-25 

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

 Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas talks about the recent tornado in Rice County, distracted driving, and more. 

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel, Northfield VFW Commander Tracy Closson and VFW Auxiliary President Nola Matheson talk about the mission, events, and activities sponsored by the Northfield VFW, Post 4393. May 3 will be clean-up day at Veteran's Park followed by a free lunch for first responders; Memorial Day ceremony on May 26 at Veteran's Park (St. Olaf gym in inclement weather) followed by Beyond...

 Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, discusses national security issues relating to the attack on Kashmir last week and the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. 

 Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses the April 28 City Council meeting. Topics include approval of the request from the Dundas Dukes to name the baseball field at Memorial Park "Bill Nelson Field at Memorial Park", and approval of a quote for the watermain project. The Council also discussed policy relating to sidewalk repair during a work session. 

 Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann and School Board Chair Claudia Gonzalez-George talk about the budget reductions approved by the School Board at its April 28 meeting. 

 Chau Troung, owner of Tin Tea in Northfield, talks about how she began her business while still in college and the delicious products available at her store. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, April 28th, 2025

A look back at the news from this past week and at whats ahead on KYMN for the next week. 

A look back at the news from this past week in Northfield, Minnesota

 Carrie Carroll, Executive Director of Northfield Shares and Board Chair Erika Campbell highlight National Volunteer Week, 'Love our City' event on May 17, volunteer opportunities, and more. Visit northfieldshares.org for more information. 

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

With Earth Day this week, KYMN is covering some of the local organizations that are working to preserve the planet.  Today we are talking with the event organizers of the Northfield Earth Day Celebration Mary Jo Cristofaro and Sarah Fortner about the event happening both Friday evening and Saturday. Find the full schedule of programs here: https://northfieldearthday.com/

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, April 25th, 2025:  Northfield Earth Day Celebration on Saturday; Workshops, Flooding Forum, Music, & More Northfield School Board Discusses Middle School Hour Change & Other Budget Reduction Proposals; Considers Best Path Forward Before Monday’s Vote Book Fair Enters Closing Days with Half Price Day & $5 Bag Day 

 CC Linstroth of Age Friendly Northfield discusses services and activities for senior citizens available in the Northfield area as well as the organization's efforts to assist individuals to establish and access an online social security account. 

 Northfield Fire Chief Tom Nelson talks about burning regulations including recreational fires, burning permits, controlled burns, fire drills, and more. 

With Earth Day this week, KYMN is covering some of the local organizations that are working to preserve the planet.  Today, KYMN talks with Chair of the City of Northfield's Environmental Quality Commission, Michael Provancha, and Assistant to the City Administrator Risi Karim about the city's environment and sustainability efforts. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, April 24th, 2025:  Northfield Environmental Quality Commission Advocates for Sustainability Programs Include Energy Efficiency Rebates – Earth Day 2025 Dundas City Council Meets With Department of Transportation to Discuss Hester Street & Highway 3 Stop Light Bob Gregory-Bjorklund given the Living Treasure Award; To Be Honored At an Event Monday...

KYMN's Logan Wells talks with the different partners involved in the Northfield Ice Arena project. The cover several topics, including the history of the project, funding, economic impact, and design. The discussion primarily involves City of Northfield leaders, but also includes interviews with representatives from the City of Dundas, Northfield Public Schools, and the Northfield Hockey Associati...

 Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig provides updates on capital improvement projects, ice arena, water treatment, and more.