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Spotted on the Northfield calendar: Let's Talk Drugs - Drug & Alcohol Meeting
Good morning Northfield! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Northfield boys soccer plans to bounce back after two losses
- Why the governor is serving lunch at a Northfield school today
- See what unusual item is for sale from a Northfield phone number
Also on today's calendar: Inclusive Video Gaming Event and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 52 degrees.
- Thursday: Sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 78, low: 60.
- Friday: Breezy; a strong p.m. t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Northfield boys soccer lose Big 9 matches to East and Mayo (hometownsource.com) — Northfield High School's boys soccer team has opened Big 9 play with two close losses, including a 2–1 home defeat to Mankato East and a 1–0 road loss at Rochester Mayo. The Raiders, now 2–2 overall, hit the road this week before returning home to host Richfield on Monday, September 14 at 7 p.m. 
• Tuesday marks new school year for several Minnesota schools (audacy.com) — Gov. Tim Walz and Education Commissioner Willie Jett are visiting a Northfield school today, greeting students and even helping serve lunch as classes begin. Their stop comes amid one of Minnesota's latest school start dates, with some districts starting earlier under a temporary exemption and others, like Stillwater, adjusting calendars to address student needs and budget pressures.
• Trading Post: Tuesday, September 8 th 2026 (ingstadmedia.com) — Local residents can browse a fresh batch of Trading Post classifieds today, including a Northfield listing for a vintage 44-foot windmill and numerous other items from nearby towns. From lawn mowers and grills to mini donkeys and duck boats, the listings offer a mix of practical gear and quirky finds within easy driving distance.
📸 Around Northfield
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Northfield
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★ Featured events ★
- Let's Talk Drugs - Drug & Alcohol Meeting →
The Key, 109 6th St W, Northfield
4:00 pm
Thursday September 10
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Other local events
- RSC Open WSCA Game Show →
Rainbow SC Arena, 8130 Baldwin Avenue, Northfield
4:00 am - Defeat of Jesse James Days →
Central Park, 4th Street and Winona Street, Northfield
9:00 am - Riverfront Fine Arts Festival 2026 →
Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield
10:00 am - Legvold for Minnesota - Northfield Door Knock with MAPE and Team Matt Little →
Northfield DFL Field Office, 205 Water St S, Northfield
10:30 am - Water Street Studios Shop →
Water Street Studios, 411 Water St. S, Northfield
11:00 am - DROWN OUT THE NOISE! →
The Key, 109 6th St W, Northfield
4:00 pm - Armory Square Northfield DJJD The Zillionaires →
Armory Square, Northfield
5:00 pm - Riverfront Fine Arts Festival 2026 →
Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield
10:00 am - Defeat of Jesse James Days →
Central Park, 4th Street and Winona Street, Northfield
11:00 am - Wheels of Murder: The 1896 Bank Robbery, Norwegian Connection →
St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 418 Sumner Street, Northfield
4:00 pm - Inclusive Video Gaming Event →
Boundless Playspace and Activity Center, 3825 Superior Dr NW, Rochester
12:00 pm
Saturday September 12
Sunday September 13
Saturday September 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Burger King posted a job opening for Burger King Restaurant Team Member in Northfield. Apply here.
- Family Dollar posted a job opening for Family Dollar Store Associate in Northfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Northfield here.
🗞 Nearby News
Faribault
- Faribault won't participate in 2026-27 varsity boys hockey (startribune.com)
- Farmington motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after crash in Faribault (hometownsource.com)
Cannon Falls
- John Titus (newpraguetimes.com)
Farmington
- 17-Year-Old Boy ID'D as Swimmer Found Dead After Vanishing in Cannon River Near Cannon Falls (wjon.com)
- 27-Year-Old Man ID'D as Swimmer Found Dead After Vanishing in Cannon River Near Cannon Falls (kroc.com)
Ok Northfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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