No Development in Talks with Northfield EDA

Further discussion on the plans for the EDA has been postponed until a later date after talks Tuesday went long.

USPS: Solutions to Save Downtown Northfield Post Office

City Administrator Tim Madigan says there are options to save the downtown post office.

Jefferson Road Residents Oppose, Council Reconsiders Assessments

Residents of 3/4-mile stretch of Jefferson Road opposed the amount the city wants to charge them for repairing their street.

Northfield Council Preview: Long-Overdue Repairs Could Cost Jefferson Road Residents

Residents on a 3/4-mile stretch of Jefferson Road could pay $480 a year for 10 years for road reconstruction.

DeKruif's Bill for Disabled Motorcycle Plates Signed Into Law

Change clarifies that only one plate is needed for motorcycles.

Rice County Review: The Budget

Commissioner Galen Malecha catches Northfielders up on county business.

Woodard, Garofalo to Forgo Per Diem Compensation During Special Session

Northfield's two Republican legislators say it's not appropriate for them to be paid.

Northfield's Just Food Co-op Carries Controversial HCG Diet Aid

A trio of employees have tried it—and they say it works.

City: Get Ready For Seal Coating Projects

City officials say work is expected to start on or about June 6.

Northfield City Council Outlines Economic Goals

Once approved, the guidelines will help councilors decide whether to restock or disband the Economic Development Authority.

VIDEO: Trees Come Down on Plum Street

Several trees on Plum Street North have messages attached to them asking for them to be saved.

PHOTOS: Plum Street Residents Want Trees Saved

Several trees on Plum Street North have messages attached to them asking for them to be saved.

Minnesota Voters to Define Marriage in 2012 Vote

The Minnesota House on Saturday voted to give voters a say on the matter.

Fight to Save Downtown Post Office Far From Over

Ross Currier: "We’re definitely feeling we’re making some headway."

Northfield's Dial-a-Ride Transit System to be Reformed

Councilors on Tuesday also approved a letter asking the federal office to postpone its scheduled closure of the city’s historic downtown post office until an advocacy group can submit an alternative proposal.

Council Directs City Staff to Redevelop Former Key Property; Froggy Bottoms Interested

Froggy Bottoms proprietor says the pub would need to reopen before DJJD to survive.

Northfield Council Preview: Key, Post Office and Transit Updates

Councilors will decide how to redevelop a new city property, vote to send a letter to the USPS lobbying to keep the downtown post office; and begin reforming the city's bus system.

Minnesota Gay Marriage Amendment Moves to House

Amendment would define marriage as "union of one man and one woman."

Capitol Review: Woodard Co-authors Bill to Create Minnesota Youth Council

The council would serve as a liaison for youth around the state to the legislature and the governor.

DeKruif School Innovation Zone Bill Endorsed by Senate

The bill advocates for more collaboration among districts.

Rice County Review: Motokazieland Stalled/Roundabout to be Installed

Commissioner Galen Malecha catches Northfielders up on county business.

Northfield Councilors Consider Direction for Business Park

Councilors discussed how to phase in development of a planned "mixed-use" park in the city's northwest that would include residential and retail businesses in addition to the traditional industrial areas.

Northfield Councilors Want Compromise on Design from New Business

Plans for a new pharmacy chain in the Crossings development would leave little room between it and the Cannon River.

Capitol Review: Abortion Bills Get Through the House

Northfield's Republican legislators joined other House Republicans—and a few Democrats—in approving two abortion bills.

Rice County Review: Youth in Government Day/Social Host Ordinance Update

Commissioner Galen Malecha catches Northfielders up on county business.

League of Minnesota Cities to Host Meeting on City Government

Northfield is one of 11 cities selected to participate.

Northfield Council Increases Money for Road Repair

The city also finalized the purchase of the former Northfield Union of Youth property.

Redistricting: From District 25 to 22? Woodard, DeKruif Gone?

House Republicans on Monday released their plan to reshape the state's legislative districts.

Northfielders Reflect on Killing of Osama bin Laden, 9/11

Nearly 10 years after terroristic attacks on America by al Qaida, Osama bin Laden has been killed.

Northfield Legislators Push Voter ID Bills

With Senate support, voter ID bill moves ahead. But the House is pushing a new bill that would send the issue to voters in 2012.

Fishing for Answers: How Do Brook Trout Survive in Rice County?

A new research project is assessing the quality of the area's rare trout stream.

DeKruif's Education Bill Advocates for District Collaboration

Legislation seeks to encourage cooperation among school districts.

Community Survey Investigator: Northfield is 'Extremely Robust'

Results from a community survey were examined by the City Council on Tuesday. Council also received an update about the state of the planned closing of the downtown post office.

Woodard Hosts Contentious Town Hall Meeting in Northfield

Rep. Kelby Woodard (R-District 25B) on Monday answered questions from constituents.

Calling All Northfield Sophomores!

Apply to be on the Northfield Mayor's Youth Council for 2011-12

Northfield Councilors Approve $1.5 Million Street Reconstruction Projects

The winning bid for reconstruction of Linden, Second and Plum streets came in nearly $500,000 below estimates.

Beaumaster: As a Victim, Know Your Rights

Rice County Attorney Paul Beaumaster fills you in on rights and programs you should know about.

Capitol Review: Northfield Legislators Assigned to New Committees

Rep. Kelby Woodard (R-District 25B) joins the legislative conference committee and Sen. Al DeKruif (R-District 25) joins the Senate-House conference committee for the Transportation Finance Omnibus bill.

Northfield Councilors Address Land Development Code

Northfield's current land development code has been in effect since 1983.

Capitol Review: Minnesota Budget Bills Passed in Senate; DeKruif Supports Voter ID Bills

The senate budget bills call for massive budget reductions and now heads to policy debates.