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Craig Swenson, Assistant Director and Fitness Coordinator at FiftyNorth provides information about upcoming events and activities, including refurbishing the famous popcorn wagon.

Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas discusses ice and snowmobile safety and the need to hire additional corrections staff.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and new city horticulturist Shelley Evanson talk about the horticulture needs in Northfield.

Susan Stout, Ruth's House Outreach Coordinator, and Han Fuchs-Aldrich of the Board of Directors, discuss the Ruth’s House 20th Annual Helping Hearts event that will be held Saturday February 11th at 5:30pm at the Faribault American Legion. The event will include dinner, live and silent auction, dessert auction, 50/50 raffle, and a program.

State Representative Kristi Pursell provides a legislative update and discusses the clean energy bill.

Paul Reiland of Johnson-Reiland Builders & Remodelers and Bob Thacker discuss resources to design safe and accessible homes for seniors, as well as Age-Friendly Northfield activities such as pickleball and walking at the High School.

Northfield Area Fire & Rescue (NAFRS) Fire Chief Tom Nelson and new Board Chair Brad Ness talk about new Board members and Nelson's new role as a full-time chief.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and consultant Bruce Jacobson discuss the Riverfront Enhancement Action Plan. Bruce Jacobson and Bob Close are consultants to the City help determine implementation of some of the recommendations from the plan.

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses the January 23 City Council meeting.

Northfield School Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the January 23 School Board meeting. The School Board reviewed the financial forecast which will require some budget adjustments in the coming years.

District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell discusses the PRO Act (Protect Reproductive Options) that passed at the MN legislature last evening, and other legislative activities she has been involved in this week.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig talk about the January 17 City Council Meeting.

Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce President Jane Bartho talks about the businesses and individuals that will be honored at the Annual Business Awards Banquet to be held January 26 at Armory Square.

Host Pauline Jennings talks with Minneapolis-based accomplished musician and artist Ben Howe. Ben began his musical journey at the age of 4.

District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell provides an update of the week's legislative activities.

Don Pavek summarizes the Rice County Salvation Army counter Red Kettle Campaign.

Brian Edwards, Northfield Hospital Chief of Emergency Medical Services, discusses the recent training provided for members of law enforcement, EMS, and fire departments in the region about responding to hostile events such as an active shooting event.

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen reviews the January 9 City Council meeting. Topics include plans for an addition to Bridgewater Town Hall, the hiring of two full-time police officers, and more.

Northfield School Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the appointment of interim school board member Robert Coleman and reviews the January 9 School Board meeting.

This week's guest with host Pauline Jennings is singer-songwriter and author Katy Tessman.

Natalie Draper of the Northfield Public Library talk about children's programming and upcoming events at the Library.

Representative Kristi Pursell was sworn in on January 3 and talks about her first days in the Legislature.

U.S. Senator Tina Smith talks about the No Surprises Act that went into effect January 1 relating to unexpected emergency room expenses, and recalls her experience with the January 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol.

Lindsay Ness and Jake Mulford took over operations at the Grand Event Center on January 1, 2023 and will officially become the new owners in April. They discuss their backgrounds and future plans.

Host Pauline Jennings talks with choral conductor, music teacher and artistic director LIZ SHEPLEY . She is Music Director for upcoming NEWSIES Jr at The Guild!! Tune in to gain some insights into Newsies Jr., find out about her musical journey, hear a couple tunes, discuss the music quote of the week, dish about her best gig/worst gig, and so much more!