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Northfield's Women's Center vandalized with spray paint, broken window
A heavy object weighing enough to break a large pane of glass and a can of spray paint were the apparent tools in a vandalism spree at the Northfield Women’s Clinic, 314 Washington St. On Tuesday, July 26, Northfield Police Chief Mark Elliott said his officers responded to a damage to property report that occurred during the overnight hours. The vandalism involved a broken front window and spray paint on...
Northfield's Women's Center vandalized with spray paint and broken window
A heavy object weighing enough to break a large pane of glass and a can of spray paint were the apparent tools in a vandalism spree at the Northfield Women's Clinic, 314 Washington St. On Tuesday, July 26, Northfield Police Chief Mark Elliott said his officers responded to a damage to property report that occurred during the overnight hours. The vandalism involved a broken front window and spray paint on the Washington Street side of the building stating "Fake Clinic Not Safe." "We do not have any further update on that," said Elliott. "If people have information on who might be responsible, we encourage them to call the Northfield Police Department." The best number to call is 507-645-4477. Attempts by the Northfield News to contact employees at the Northfield Women's Center regarding the vandalism incident were unsuccessful.
Musically gifted professors release fourth family friendly album
Lennon and McCartney, Simon and Garfunkel, Louis and Dan. Like other well-known songwriting duos of the past, Louis Epstein and Dan Groll are great friends. And neighbors. And fathers. And professors. The pair has released their fourth album, “The Greats.” Their music ranges in style from hip-hop to rock, country to folk and musical theater to Tin Pan Alley, has found the right tone for today’s families. ...
Musically gifted professors release fourth family friendly album
Lennon and McCartney, Simon and Garfunkel, Louis and Dan. Like other well-known songwriting duos of the past, Louis Epstein and Dan Groll are great friends. And neighbors. And fathers. And professors. And Northfield advocates. With the release of their fourth album, “The Greats,” the smart-humored duo met at The Hot Spot Thursday for an afternoon jam and gab session with the Northfield News. Their unique recipe of deeply authentic and...
Northfield's electronic information kiosk keeps community informed
Any one passing by the electronic kiosk at Sixth and Division Street near the Armory, Imminent Brewing and Fareway Foods, should get a full dose of Northfield news — if you pause long enough to read all the digital screen messages. “Stay Connected This Summer” is the theme shown on many of the rotating screens, many of which are translated into Spanish. The communications kiosk, which was installed in early...
Candidates compete for Senate 58 Republican nomination
The Senate District 58 Republican primary that will be decided in the Aug. 9 election is between GOP-endorsed candidate Bill Lieske of Lonsdale and Jake Cordes of Farmington. There is no incumbent in the newly reconfigured Senate District 58, which includes Farmington, Northfield, Dakota County townships to the south, along with portions of Rice, Scott, and Goodhue counties. The winner of the primary will face Clarice Grabau, a teacher and...
'A very lonely place': Centrists struggle to maneuver in polarized political climate
As Minnesota’s crucial 2022 midterm elections draw near, DFLers and Republicans are offering starkly different visions of the future, reflecting a state electorate that appears to be as deeply polarized across ideological, socioeconomic and regional lines as ever. With neither of Minnesota’s United States Senate seats up for grabs, the marquee race on the ballot is sure to be the hotly contested governor’s race between DFL incumbent Gov. Tim Walz and his Republican challenger, former State Sen. Scott Jensen. ...
Rice County agricultural leaders recognized for lifetime work
Laughs were accompanied by tears at the Best of the Best Agricultural Awards ceremony at the Rice County Fair on the morning of July 20. Award recipients included three local farmers, the farm family of the year, wildlife conservation advocates and other agricultural leaders. After some formalities, like thanking sponsors and organizers, the Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees were invited one-by-one to the front of the room. First up was...
CD1 special election will set the political tone in southern Minnesota
With just two weeks to go until southern Minnesota will elect a new representative in Congress, Republicans hope to keep a red-leaning seat safely in their hands, but they’ll have to beat a unique DFL candidate to do it. A special election between Republican Brad Finstad and Democrat Jeff Ettinger will determine the fate of Minnesota's 1st Congressional District through 2022, serving as a precursor to the November general election, which will determine the seat's fate for the 2023-24 term. ...
Local and regional cyclists celebrate 20th bike ride supporting suicide prevention
A tradition of one minute of silence to honor those lost to suicide accompanies the start of the charity ride called Tour De SAVE, an annual bike ride in Northfield to support suicide prevention. This year’s ride marks the 20th year of Tour De Save, which begins and ends from Sechler Park Saturday, July 30. Riders can select to ride any of the five routes, which include the seven-mile family ride, the 25-mile popular ride, the 50-mile asphalt ride and the two long distance gravel...
Congresswomen hear perspectives from the field
Surrounded by acres and acres of summer green cornfields, the Peterson family farm played host Monday to a United States House Agriculture Committee Farm Bill listening session. Two U.S. Congresswomen who sit on the Ag Committee, Minnesota Rep. Angie Craig and Illinois Rep. Cheri Bustos moderated the listening session, which was the first installment in a series of listening sessions to be held in the Midwest. Congress reviews the Farm...
Dukes takes out Knights in townball action
In a showdown between two of the area’s town ball teams, the Dundas Dukes opened up another week of success with an 11-5 win over the Northfield Knights at Sechler Park in Northfield July 19. The Dukes set the tempo early in the contest against the Knights by collecting four runs in the first inning. Their offense got started with a two run double to left center by the Dukes’ Carson Jones, which brought home Patrick Wadzinski and Nate Van Roekel. Dundas’ Frank Vogel later...
Nearly 100 students take part in 2022 Young People's Theater Workshop
Ten-year-old Autumn Mastin may have been born for the stage. After all, her middle name Cosette comes directly from the Victor Hugo-inspired mega-hit “Les Misérables,” which has been an international theater sensation since before it won America’s coveted Tony Award for Best Musical in 1987. “I knew most of the cast in ‘Peter and the Starcatcher,’” she said. Her father, Samuel Mastin was the production’s fight choreographer. Many involved in...
Despite obstacles, Rice County Fair gets 'better and better'
Now that coronavirus restrictions have mostly subsided, the Rice County Fair garnered a big turnout. Even in the face of a heatwave, thunderstorm and even a fight that broke out, fair officials and vendors said it was one of the best crowds they’ve seen in years. Notably, Saturday began with storms raging through southern Minnesota, causing power outages in Owatonna, Northfield and Rochester. Fortunately for fair-goers, other than light storms around noon, Faribault avoided any significant damage. ...
Residents turn out as local libraries open up programming
After two years of holding youth events online, if at all, local libraries have plunged full steam ahead into a full schedule of youth programming this summer — and have been rewarded with interest comparable to pre-pandemic days.
Summer organ recital at Valley Grove draws big crowd
With windows open to let the summer sunlight and fresh country air seep in, music enthusiasts attending Wednesday’s noontime organ recital were treated to an extremely pleasant music experience. While Richard Collman played the church’s 1911 pipe organ and Stephen May assisted with playing and pulling the tabs, concertgoers were also treated to a visual display of Collman’s quick footwork across the pedals at Nerstrand’s Valley Grove Lutheran Church. The...
A look at state, legislative and congressional races at the August primaries
With every seat in Congress, every seat in the Minnesota Legislature, the Governor’s Mansion and other statewide offices on the ballot, this fall’s elections could turn out to be the most consequential the state has seen in years.
Northfield council discusses fire department costs at special meeting
The Northfield City Council heard about Northfield Area Fire Rescue Services (NAFRS) cost increases and talked about the city’s 2023-24 budget at a work session at the Northfield Police Department’s training room July 19. Interim Fire Chief Tom Nelson explained the NAFRS budget was higher for 2023, due to five key reasons: the cost of hiring and training new recruits; the increased number of fire calls; the higher utility costs; increased fuel costs; and additional software expenses. ...
Aurora Pharmaceuticals lobbies to purchase Northfield Ice Arena; city turns to school district
After a short break at a July 19 special meeting, Northfield city councilors turned to a problem that has plagued the city for several years, the Northfield Ice Arena. City Engineer David Bennett explained that the 1970s building was not originally built to be an ice arena. The city basically inherited the facility off Highway 3 on the south side of town. “The building is outdated, antiquated and has outlived...
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