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Host Pauline Jennings talks with up and coming drummer Simon McDonald. He's moved on from Rock n Roll Revival at Northfield High School to a full slate of music at Luther College. He's got a terrific new album with his band Two Words. Tune in to hear about the album, find out about his musical journey, discuss the music quote of the week, dish about his best gig/worst gig, and so much more!

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes Paul Niemisto from the Vintage Band Festival to celebrate Tuba Christmas Returns! Then we’ll have a special visit from the drag queens of Mrs. Moxie’s Home for the Holidays.

Northfield Chamber of Commerce President Jane Bartho and cluemaster Tim Freeland talk about the annual Snowflake Ornament Hunt. A 3-inch snowflake shaped ornament will be hidden somewhere on public property in Northfield. Clues will be revealed on the KYMN website every morning, 8:00 am, beginning on Monday, December 5 through Thursday, December 8 until the ornament is found. The prize will be $1,...

Natalie Draper of the Northfield Public Library talks about the many items on loan from the library, services offered, and a new program "Get to Know Northfield" that will be held on third Thursdays and begin in January.

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

Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas talks about safe ice fishing, DUI enforcement, and provides a Rice County Jail construction update.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss staffing levels and employment rates.

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses the November 28 City Council meeting. Topics include a grant application for funds to make sidewalk and bike trail improvements near Hwy 3 and Co. Rd 1, new building official and part-time police officers.

Northfield School Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses decision-making process for snow days and reviews the November 28 School Board meeting, including a recommendation for a referendum in 2023 relating to the high school.

Host Pauline Jennings talks with Therees Tkach Hibbard who is the Director of the Manitou Singers and Director of the St. Olaf Chamber Singers. She is also a teacher of choral conducting, literature, and voice at St. Olaf College.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss the November 22 City Council Work Session. Topics include the Terrace Companies residential development environmental assessment, and budget components relating to the tax levy increase.

Andrei Sivanich of Laura Baker Services Association provides information about the annual free community Thanksgiving dinner, 11:00-1:00 p.m. on the LBSA campus, as well as the Annual Gala on December 3.

Kyle Paulson, Executive Director of the Cannon Falls Chamber of Commerce, provides details about Deck the Falls on Saturday, November 26.

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist features two fabulous segments. First, Kristen Twitchell of Northfield Fine Arts Booster Club will preview this weekend’s John Prine Tribute and her daughter will tell us about Prairie Fire Theatre’s performance of Snow White. Next, Daniel E. Van Tassel will speak about his new book Journey By the Book: A guide to tales of travel.

District 58A Representative-elect Kristi Pursell talks about her run for election, election night, and the orientation process for new legislators.

Nan Just and Bob Thacker of Age-Friendly Northfield discuss a 4-part series about accessory dwelling units that begins on November 30, 10:30 a.m. at FiftyNorth.

Northfield Police Chief Mark Elliott provides winter driving tips, discusses the City ordinance that went into effect on November 1 to regulate edible cannabinoids, encourages donations to the Pink Patch Project, and more.

Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig recap the November 15 City Council meeting. Topics include the Heritage Preservation Commission annual report, professional service agreement for study relating to Ames Mill dam removal, and survey relating to Northfield parks.

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks about the election results and reviews the November 14 Dundas City Council meeting.

Jennifer Sawyer and Katie Warren talk about branding and marketing and the new Northfield Branding Committee.

Northfield School Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses approval of the Capital projects levy renewal and expansion, newly elected School Board members, and reviews the November 14 School Board meeting.

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes filmmaker Mattie Lufkin to share the story of her documentary He Ain’t Heavy. The film shares the story of a summer at the family cabin, Mattie's younger brother John, who was born mentally handicapped, and Mattie's journey to find her place in the world.

Carleton College Archaeological Professor Sarah Kennedy and students talk about Community Archaeology Day, November 15, 2-4 pm, at Anderson Hall, Rm 121. Students will share results from recent archaeological digs in the Cowling Arboretum.

Jim Dale and Jesse Thomas talk about the Salvation Army, its mission, resources provided to people in need, and the Red Kettle Campaign that provides the funding for its services. The campaign begins tomorrow, November 11. To volunteer to ring the bells, visit registertoring.com.

Rice County Attorney John Fossum discusses the November 8 election process and results.