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 Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, discusses national security issues relating to the Vatican, Catholic Church, and the Pope. 

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 Helen Forsythe of the Curbside Compost Co-Op about the importance of composting, how people can get involved, and what their organization does in Northfield. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025: Curbside Compost Co-op Making Composting Simple For Northfield – Earth Day 2025 Series Northfield Youth on Boards Looking For Applicants By The End of Friday Wall Street Road Phase 2 of Improvement Begins

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...

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 Jennifer Tonko, the Executive Director of Clean River Partners, and their work on the Cannon River. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025: Clean River Partners Working To Keep the Cannon River Clean – Earth Day 2025 Series Northfield Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair Opens Today! Northfield School Board Meets for a Work Session Meeting Tonight Regarding the Budget Discussions

 Nalongue Cogan, President of Friends of College Monfant and Gina Washburn, the nonprofit's ambassador, talk about the fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, May 10 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Click here for more details. Friends of College Monfant is a non-profit organization based in Northfield, Minnesota whose goal is to raise funds to support scholarships and other projects at the College Monf...

 Content Bookstore owner Jessica Peterson White talks about Independent Bookstore Day to be held on Saturday, April 26. For details on special happenings at Content Bookstore on Saturday, click here . 

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 Sarah Fortner, Rob Hanson, and Julianna Baldo from Carleton College about the school's sustainability efforts. They talk about Carleton's farm, geothermal system, and community involvement among other topics. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, April 21st, 2025: Carleton College A Leader In Sustainability Work – Earth Day 2025 Series Federal Government Cuts A $297,000 grant to the Norwegian American Historical Association Northfield Mayor’s Youth Council Proposes Change to Public Comments Rules At City Council Meeting; Council Adopts the Measure Unanimously

The news from ths past week in Northfield, Minnesota. 

A summary of the news from this past week in Northfield, Minnesota. 

 Charlie Mandile, Executive Director of Healthfinders Collaborative, talks about 'Together for Health –HealthFinders annual fundraising event celebrating 20 years of Community, Care and Connection' to be held on Saturday, May 3 at the Northfield Ballroom. Visit healthfindersmn.org for more information. The mission of HealthFinders is to provide quality, accessible and culturally appropriate health...

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, April 18th, 2025: Northfield School Board Discusses Budget Reductions; Next Discussion Will Be Tuesday Northfield Library Set To Undergo Database Changes; Replacement Fee for Library Cards Waived until April 27th

 Jamie Larson, Sharon Wilson and Shawn Dudley talk about St. Dominic's Preschool Academy.

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer talks about National Telecommunicators Week , Distracted Driving Month, Picnic in the Park on July 23, and more. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, April 17th, 2025: New Arts Guild Space Offers “Life-Changing” Opportunities

 Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig review the April 15 City Council meeting. Topics include 1% for the Arts annual report, historic designation of Central Park, Spring Creek road project, amendment request from Mayor's Youth Council relating to rules of business, quiet zones for railroads, and more. 

 KYMN’s Logan Wells discusses last night’s Northfield City Council meeting. Topics include public art projects, the designation of Central Park as historic, quiet zones for railroads, and more. 

 Psychologist and Author Craig Polsfuss talks about his book "Reality Shattering Insights." 

The news from Northfield, Minneosta on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025:

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

 Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen reviews the April 14 City Council meeting. 

 Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann talks about the April 14 School Board meeting during which priority-based budget reduction recommendations were discussed. 

 Chris Kennelly, Arena Committee Chair of the Northfield Hockey Association, talks about the final fundraising push for the Northfield Ice Arena. Pledges and donations can be made at northfieldicearena.org .