'Deep Hole' Closes Part of Division Street

The section of the road may be closed until Monday or Tuesday, City Administrator Tim Madigan said.

Northfield Council Roundup: Historic Depot, Downtown Post Office, Jefferson Road, Division Tobacco

The Northfield City Council this week moved ahead on several plans.

NASA Shuttle Program Coming to an End as Atlantis Launches For Last Time

When Space Shuttle Atlantis launched Friday, it marked the final launch for NASA's 30-year-old Space Shuttle Program.

Committee Produces Its 'Alternative' Option: Income Tax Increase for All

In a two-page document, the committee outlines a framework for closing the $5 billion deficit by balancing 70 percent of it through spending cuts and the remaining 30 percent by increasing revenue.

Two Confirmed Cases of Whooping Cough in Rice County

Rice County had nine of the 1,000 cases of whooping cough in Minnesota in 2010.

State of Shutdown: Impact on Northfield Public Schools

The state budget impasse is putting some strains on Minnesota school districts.

State of Shutdown: Governor Mark Dayton's Cigarette Tax Increase Shot Down

Gov. Mark Dayton offered to increase the cigarette tax by $1 per pack or create a 2 percent income tax surcharge for the 7,700 Minnesotans who make more than $1 million annually.

Reform Set for Northfield EDA

A subcommittee will form to help councilors amend city legislation giving the EDA more specific direction.

Fifth Day of Minnesota Shutdown Yields Little Progress

Gov. Mark Dayton and Republican lawmakers met again Tuesday, but remained at odds about how to close a $1.4 billion gap in their budget plans.

Northfield Arts Guild 'Lucky' As Minnesota State Arts Board Shuts Down

NAG Executive Director Ann Mosey says the organization is set to ride out the government shutdown.

UPDATED: Bipartisan Committee to Offer Third Option to Help Resolve Minnesota Shutdown

The committee, which will begin its work as early as Wednesday, was created by former Minnesota politicians Vice President Walter Mondale, Gov. Arne Carlson and U.S. Sen. Dave Durenberger.

Shutdown Roundup: Latest Links on Minnesota's Government Stalemate

Here's a hub for stories from all over about the state-government shutdown.

State of Shutdown: Judge Rules Minnesota Zoo Can Reopen

Canterbury Park, Running Acres remain closed until a budget deal reached.

Minnesota Shutdown: New Court Appeals Won't be Heard Until Tuesday

Decisions on appeals already made could still come this weekend.

The Northfield Public Library Can Help You Plan for a Trip

Going somewhere? Use free resources at the library to plan.

Shutdown Roundup: July 1 and Beyond in Minnesota Budget Stalemate

The state government ceased operations July 1. What's next?

Dakota, Rice Counties Figuring Out Details of Minnesota Shutdown

Officials from each county say immediate impacts could be made to social services and health programs.

State of Shutdown: Dayton Signs Budget Bills

Disruptions for Northfield, Rice County residents will vary, but county, city, schools likely to see little change over short-term.

Clock Strikes Midnight: Minnesota State Government Shuts Down

Disruptions on Northfield, Rice County residents will vary, but county, city, schools likely to see little change over short-term.

Minnesota Shutdown Could Hurt, Shutter Northfield Nonprofits

Fearful of a shutdown, many nonprofits began preparing weeks or more ago to maintain programs.

UPDATE: Minnesota Shutdown—No Deal In Sight

With two hours to go, a deal has yet to be made.

Northfield Advocate: Minnesota Crash Facts Don't Tell the Whole Story

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety last week released its 2010 Crash Facts, but Kathy Cooper believes the report is incomplete.

Document: Judge Rules What's Essential in Minnesota Government Shutdown

Aid to cities, school districts must continue, court rules.

Northfield Train Depot Plans Fit City Priorities

Discussion will continue at the July 5 council meeting.

Northfield Fire Department May Get New Administrator to Push Reforms

The recommendation came from an independent consultant after the department was found in violation of state safety law in February.

Northfield Council Preview: Fire Department's Bad Review Up for Discussion

An outside report recommended several reforms to the Northfield Fire Department after it was found in violation of occupational standards in February.

Know Your New Minnesota Laws

These laws take effect on Friday.

DeKruif, Woodard: A State Shutdown Doesn't Need to Happen

Northfield's senator, Al DeKruif, and representative, Kelby Woodard, says a shutdown of Minnesota's government shouldn't happen.

Rice County Review: Possible State Shutdown

Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha keeps you in the loop with county happenings.

Woodley Street Closed Between Water and Division Streets

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is repairing a water main valve.

Northfield EDA Takeover Vote Fails

With a 3-3 vote, the council won't take over the EDA.

Jefferson Road Residents Get Reprieve on Assessments

The Northfield City Council on Tuesday voted 5-1 to decrease assessments for Jefferson Road residents.

State Shutdown Would Freeze DNR, Nerstrand-Big Woods State Park

From state parks to invasive species inspections, Department of Natural Resources hammering out contingency plans.

Northfield Bank Released from Extra Federal Scrutiny

After 15 months, First National Bank of Northfield has been released from increased scrutiny from the federal government.

Rice County Review: Public Health Changing Contracts

Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha keeps you in the loop with county happenings.

Beaumaster: Don't Pay for Free Advice

Rice County Attorney Paul Beaumaster has some tips for researching college financial aid.

Beaumaster: Beware of Internet Scams

Rice County Attorney Paul Beaumaster says it's not difficult for someone to be tricked online.

Governor Outlines State Services to be Kept in Event of State Shutdown

In court on Wednesday, Gov. Mark Dayton outlined the programs and services that he says need to remain in place in the event of a government shutdown.

Woodard to Host Meetings with Area Residents

Rep. Kelby Woodard (R-District 25B) will give residents five to 10 minutes to chat with him in Lonsdale.

After Impasse, Madigan Offers Middle Way for Economic Development

Northfield's city administrator has proposed keeping the EDA while spreading out authority for economic planning.