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 Chris Kennelly of the Northfield Hockey Association discusses efforts to form a public/private partnership to fund a new ice arena and the potential economic impact of a new arena. 

Representative Kristi Pursell discusses tax breaks passed during the 2023 legislative Session as tax season is underway; Fred Rogers of the Northfield Hospital Board discusses modern challenges to healthcare systems, and being presented with the Northfield Board & Commission Member Excellence Award

 Deputy Police Chief P.T. Haider of the Northfield Police Department talks about Severe Weather Awareness Week in early April and emergency management; Sergeant Thad Monroe, who plans to retire in July, discusses his career, and more. 

 Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig announces awards given at the March 19 State of the City event, and Fred Rogers, recipient of the Boards and Commissions Excellence Award, talks about his background and volunteerism. 

 State of the City Address tonight; Hillmann discusses logistics of potential high school construction/renovation; Move to new County Safety Center will require careful planning 

 Michael Johnson and Bob Thacker of the Northfield Arts Guild discuss the annual Guild Gala, celebrating 65 years, to be held on Saturday, March 23, 6:00 p.m. at the Armory Square Event Center. Tickets available at the door or at northfieldartsguild.org . 

Pursell working on consumer protection, ag incentive bills; Northfield Hospital Birth Center has become a regional destination; Highway 19 Roundabout open house set for tomorrow

 Paul Reiland talks about homes featured in the Parade of Homes by Johnson-Reiland Builders & Remodelers. 

Senator Tina Smith working for better rural EMS situation; NH+C’s Underdahl says patients’ information secure after national cyber attack; ‘Mayor for a Day’ winners announced

 State Representative Kristi Pursell from District 58A provides her weekly update on legislative activities and information. 

Ice Arena conversation resumes, City Council offers mixed support; Saye-Willis named ‘Living Treasure;’ Grimm & Cruz at Arts Guild Theater Sunday night

 Steve Underdahl, CEO of Northfield Hospital & Clinics, talks about the birthing center, colon cancer screening, and more. 

 Bill North of Friends and Foundation of the Northfield Public Library talks about upcoming library events including a Puzzle Playoff on Saturday, March 23, from 10:30-12:30. The event will be held on ZOOM so that participants can compete from their favorite puzzle making spot and with as many as 6 puzzling partners at any one time. Teams can register here.  

 U.S. Senator Tina Smith talks about a bill to address the difficulties facing EMS providers to receive adequate Medicare reimbursement for their trips in rural Minnesota. 

 Tom Nielsen, President and CEO of Northfield Retirement Community, talks about short-term and long-term assisted living at NRC, and more. 

 Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss the March 12 City Council meeting, work session relating to the ice arena and a closed session about the future of the Northfield News building. 

School Board passes three-question referendum concept, directs school administration to proceed; Thomas discusses Rice County crime numbers; City Council to meet three times tonight

 Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks about reconstruction projects scheduled for the summer including pedestrian access crossings at Hwy 3 and County Road 1, and more. 

 Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the March 11 School Board meeting and the details of a 3-part-question bond referendum to improve the high school facility. 

Township elections, annual meetings set for tomorrow; Pursell supported SRO bill passed in House; School Board meets tonight to decide on referendum 

 Peter Stegner, Laurie Geisler, and Lin Thwing, members of Bows, Strings & Contentment Orchestra, discuss their music and St. Patrick's Day Concert on March 17, 6 pm, at the Grand Event Center. 

 Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Clinton Muench of Northfield Hospital & Clinics provides information about hip, knee and shoulder treatment and joint replacement surgery. 

 Representative Kristi Pursell provides her weekly legislative update including a bill relating to school resource officers. 

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

 Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas discusses statistics from the 2023 incident report, cautions about social media exploitation of youth, and more.