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Craig Swenson provides information about upcoming programs, activities and events at FiftyNorth. 

U.S. Senator Tina Smith talks about legislation proposed by her, along with Senator Amy Klobuchar and Rep. Angie Craig, to improve mail delivery by the United States Post Office. 

Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas discusses ice safety, new Public Safety Center progress, MN Sheriff's Association Deputy of the Year Nathan Hanson, and resources for addiction. 

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss the December 5 City Council meeting, including approval of a 9% tax levy increase. Other topics include road construction/overlay plans, capital equipment and improvement plans, and more. 

Sam Temple, Executive Director for Northfield Public Broadcasting, reminds people to sign up for emergency alerts on the City of Northfield website and provides information on programs available on NPB. For more information, visit the NPB website. 

Todd Thompson and David Ludescher provide information about a Holiday Dance Fundraiser co-sponsored by the Northfield Rotary Club and the Northfield Lions Club to benefit Believet and Beyond The Yellow Ribbon veterans organizations. The event will be on Friday, December 8, 6:30-9:30pm, at the Grant Event Center. 

 Don Pavek announces additional business locations for Salvation Army Counter Red Kettles this holiday season. He also provides a brief update about Wayne Eddy. 

 Ornament Hunt organizers Melissa and Paul Bernhard and Jane Bartho of the Northfield Chamber discuss the Ornament Hunt that begins Monday, December 4. This year it will have a jingle bell theme. Clues begin at 8:00am each morning on Northfield News' website, KYMN, the Chamber's website and Facebook pages.  The winner will receive $1000.  You'll find the rules HERE .

 Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and Riverwalk Market Fair Board Chair Teresa Jensen talk about the Riverwalk Market Fair during winter months. It is being held on Saturdays 9am-1 pm in the former Northfield News building on 5th Street November 18-December 23 and during Winter Walk on Thursday, December 7. 

Laura Stelter, Executive Director of Arcadia Charter School, provides information about the school's fundraiser ThanksGive! on Friday, December 1, 7:00 p.m. 

Wayne Kivell and Peter Schlief, directors of I Cantanti, provide information about annual Christmas performances of A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols . Click here for more information. 

Kari Johnson of Northfield Shares and local musician Chad Johnson discuss the Northfield Shares fundraising event "An Evening of Entertainment" held in September. The event is now available to view online at northfieldshares.org . 

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss the November 21 City Council meeting. 

District 58A State Representative Kristi Pursell talks about her trip to Washington DC to attend the White House turkey pardoning ceremony. 

Northfield Area Fire & Rescue Services Fire Chief Tom Nelson provides important fire safety information for the holidays. 

Gerald Young, Athletic Director at Carleton College, discusses the cancellation of the remainder of the women's basketball season due to an injury depleted roster. 

Local musician and teacher Ray Coudret talks the musicians who will be performing the songs of Neil Young on Saturday, November 18, 6-10 p.m. at Armory Square Event center, with proceeds going to the Northfield Fine Arts Boosters (NFAB). Tickets are available at the door and the suggested donation is $15. 

Northfield Police Chief Mark Elliott discusses the winter parking ban, Salvation Army Red Kettle challenge between Rice County Sheriff's office and NPD, recent crimes in Northfield, body cam audit, and more. 

Lisa Percy talks about Operation Joy sponsored by the Northfield Community Action Center.  The event provides gifts for children needing additional support from the community this holiday season and will be held on December 6 at the CAC.  For more information about the event, to register, or to donate, click here.

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig discusses the November 14 City Council work session and the status of several redevelopment projects. 

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen provides an update on construction of the Tractor Supply store and reviews the November 13 City Council meeting. 

Northfield School Board Chair Claudia Gonzalez-George discusses the November 13 Board meeting. Topics include the World’s Best Workforce Plan, Early Learning and Adult Basic Education programs, approval of staff for newly arrived English Learners and more.

 Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha discusses county budget, property taxes, roundabout at I-35, grants for mental health screening, and more. 

 Heather Lawrenz provides information about The Fine Craft Collective , a seasonal sale featuring talented local artists. The show of artisans opens November 10 through December 24 in the Main Gallery of the Northfield Arts Guild Gallery in downtown Northfield. 

 Ray Ozmun of the American Legion Northfield Post #84 describes several activities to honor veterans occurring in the days surrounding Veterans Day which is Saturday, November 11.