Presidents Day Isn't Actually a Holiday—That and Other Fun Facts

Curious what set each president apart? Here are some of their quirks.

Capitol Review: Woodard Casts Support Behind Proposed Abortion Regulations

Rep. Kelby Woodard (R-District 25B) is listed as a co-author on two recently proposed abortion-related bills.

Presidents Day Isn't Actually a Holiday; That and Other Fun Facts

Curious what set each president apart? Here are some of their quirks.

The Child Tax Credit: 11 Key Points

The Child Tax Credit is available to eligible taxpayers with qualifying children under age 17, according to the IRS.

Beaumaster: Beware of Tax Fraud and Identity Theft

The most common ways in which identities are stolen are through a lost or stolen wallet or purse, mail theft, documents retrieved from the trash.

What's Open, Closed on Presidents Day

Have adjusted business hours for Presidents Day? Leave a comment with details on this post.

Which President Swam Nude in the Potomac? Check Out These Presidents Days Facts

Curious what set each president apart? Here are some of their quirks.

Rice County Review: Dakota County Dispatching Services

Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about the latest with the county.

Woodard: Innovation, Reform Needed for Government

Fresh off his "office hours" with constituents, Rep. Kelby Woodard (R-Distrct 25B) puts his thoughts in writing and in video.

VIDEO: The Making of a Northfield Ice Rink

We take a look at better times for skating advocates.

Nobles County Drops State Charges Against 'Man in Black' Suspect

Federal prosecutors will now pursue charges on their own.

Bridge Square Post Office Up for Sale

Downtown Northfield’s historic post office building is one of 77 properties listed for sale on the United States Postal Service’s properties-for-sale website.

Beaumaster: Reducing Violence Against Teens, Young Adults a Duty For All of Us

February 2012 has been proclaimed as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.

DFL Caucus Review: Fewer Residents, But More Enthusiasm

Senate District 25 DFL Chair Shawn Groth looks back at Tuesday's Rice County political caucuses.

Northfield Housing Market May Be on the Mend

City Building Permit Summaries indicate a growing interest in residential construction.

Santorum Top Vote-Getter in ‘Workmanlike’ Northfield GOP Caucus

Little fanfane accompanied Republican Party business during Tuesday’s Senate District 25B caucus at Northfield High School.

PHOTOS: Santorum Tops Northfield GOP Straw Poll

More than 200 residents turned out for the Senate District 25 caucus at Northfield High School Tuesday night.

Patch Poll: Are You Going to Tonight's Caucuses?

The Minnesota caucuses kick off at 7 p.m. The GOP presidential caucuses are shaping up to be interesting, if pre-caucus polling results are correct.

Ganey Announces DFL Run for Minnesota House

A first-term member of the Northfield City Council, Ganey is the second DFLer to announce his candidacy within the past week.

It's Nearly Time to Caucus, Northfield

The caucuses begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Thompson, Republicans, Begin 'Right to Work' Amendment Push

Sen. Dave Thompson (R-District 36), who represents one precinct in Northfield, proposed a "Right to Work" constitutional amendment on Thursday, which would allow employees to opt out of union, union dues.

Northfield's Bly to Run for Minnesota House

The former two-term state representative for House District 25B confirmed Thursday night he is seeking election. The House district in which he will run will be determined later this month, when legislative redistricting maps are released.

Rossing Selected for Governor’s Advisory Group

Northfield’s mayor is one of 15 mayors from across the state to serve on the Tax Reform Advisory Group for Local Government Aid.

Northfield Among State Leaders in Safe Medication Disposal

Rice County's "Take it to the Box" program has inspired other communities to institute similar initiatives.

WRAP-UP: Romney Campaigns in Eagan

Northfield Patch has you covered with stories, photos and video from the GOP candidate’s visit to Dakota County today.

Ethics Complaint Against Thompson Dismissed

Not only was the complaint dismissed, but the board declined to do an investigation.

One Week and Counting Until Caucuses

Minnesota will be a focus of GOP presidential hopefuls in the coming days, as Minnesota is one of three states either with caucuses or primaries on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Mitt Romney is scheduled to be in Eagan on Wednesday.

Capitol Review: Legislators Introduce Bills to Kick Off Session

Proposed legislation deals with a number of issues, including the Minnesota Vikings, abortion, school funding and taxes.

Thompson Looks to Take on Unions; Wisconsin-Like Labor Battle Coming?

A State Sen. Dave Thompson (R-District 36) led "right to work" amendment is similar to a Wisconsin bill passed last year which targeted unions and caused an uproar.

Northfield Week in Review: Post Office, Craig Swenson, Babies

Northfield Patch recaps the happenings of the past week.

Rice County Review: Weekly Commission Meeting

Commissioner Galen Malecha keeps you updated on what's happening with Rice County.

Post Office Could Be Put Up for Sale Within Days

The city has received an email from a real estate services group saying the United States Postal Services wants to move ahead with selling the Bridge Square post office.

John Kline: Minnesotans Want Solutions, Not Slogans

Congressman John Kline says President Obama "turned to the politics of envy" in last night's State of the Union Address.

DeKruif, Woodard Schedule District 25 Meetings

Northfield's representatives at the State Capitol will be in town Saturday, Feb. 4, as part of a three-city tour.

DFL Files Ethics Complaint Against Lakeville Sen. Dave Thompson

Complaint questions whether Thompson's $70,000 salary for consulting work for the Republican Party while he was a candidate for the state Senate was ethical.

Senjem: Reforming Government for Better Services and Jobs Environment

Senate Majority Leader Dave Senjem writes about the 2012 Legislative session.

Rice County Review: Minnesota Legislature

Commissioner Galen Malecha keeps you updated on what's happening with Rice County.

Northfield City Council to Discuss Domestic Partner Registry Ordinance

The council will consider adding the issue to the 2012 work plan on Jan 24.

John Kline: SOPA Fails to Maintain Freedom of Expression Provided by the U.S. Constitution

Congressman John Kline says he doesn't support SOPA.

Q&A: Sen. Al DeKruif Sits Down with Patch

Sen. Al DeKruif (R-District 25) of Madison Lake is gearing up for his second year in the Minnesota Senate.