Council Moves Ahead on Police Facility

Here's a look back at Tuesday's Northfield City Council meeting.

LTE: Take a Sneak Preview of the City of Northfield's New Website!

Councilor Suzie Nakasian encourages residents to preview the city's new website to offer comments.

Dave Thompson Talks Budgets, Says Democrats' Way Will Fail

Sen. Dave Thompson (R-District 58), who represents the Dakota County precinct of Northfield, gives a legislative update.

Capitol Review: Another Constitutional Amendment in the Works?

Could another constitutional amendment get consideration from the Minnesota Legislature?

Beaumaster: January is National Stalking Awareness Month

This year’s theme—“Stalking: Know It. Name It. Stop It”—challenges us to fight this dangerous crime by learning more about it.

Sheriff: 14 Cars in Ditch Because of Icy Road

Each week, Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows releases a newsletter recapping the most interesting news.

County Considering Recreational Sports Moratorium

In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about a possible recreational sports moratium and capital improvement plans for the highway department.

Northfield Council Welcomes New Members, Digs Right In

Here's a look back at Tuesday's Northfield City Council meeting and work session.

Kevin Dahle Ready for Return to Minnesota Senate

Northfield Patch recently caught up with Dahle to ask him about returning to the Minnesota Legislature and what lies ahead on the political landscape.

Madigan on What's in Store in 2013 for Northfield

Northfield Patch is kicking off a new video series with City Administrator Tim Madigan, who will talk about ongoing projects and city council action throughout the year.

New Laws Take Effect Across State; Sheriff Proposes Assault Weapons Ban: News Roundup

In other news around the South Metro area, the Rosemount Marching Band is selected to appear in next year's Tournament of Roses, and the Burnsville School Board hires an executive search firm in its quest for a new superintendent.

How Does Northfield Prepare Roads for Snow?

In this video, Northfield High School student Helen Forsythe catches up with TJ Heinricy, Northfield's streets and parks supervisor, to ask him about how the city prepares the streets for snow.

Sheriff: 26 People Jailed on New Year's Day

Each week, Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows releases a newsletter recapping the most interesting news.

Gun Permit Requests Soar in Rice, Dakota Counties; Sheriff Questions State's Gun Laws

Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows said that Minnesota’s permit-to-carry law allows some people with serious mental health issues to acquire firearms.

PHOTO: Getting Ready for the 2013-2014 Minnesota House Legislative Session

Legislative Clerk David Surdez places the names of the 2013-2014 House members on the voting board in the House Chamber. The legislative session is scheduled to begin Jan. 8.

Fiscal Cliff: Rep. John Kline Comments on Bill

Rep. John Kline (R-Burnsville) was the only Minnesota Republican to vote yes on the House bill.

New Minnesota State Laws for 2013

Here's what you need to know to start the year off right.

New Year's Resolution: Improve Password Security

The number of passwords we need to keep track of these days seems to be proliferating.

Dakota County Judge Charged with Christmas Eve DWI: News Roundup

In other news from around the South Metro region, Burnsville's 'first police chief' dies at 74, and the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Board of Education does away with late-start days.

No. 3 Story of the Year: City Works on Police Station, Post Office and Skateboard Park

Here's a look at three big topics that faced the Northfield City Council in 2012.

Sheriff: Pilot Emergency Lands Plane

Each week, Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows releases a newsletter recapping the most interesting news.

Talking Trash: An Update on Northfield's Switch to Dick's Sanitation

Northfield Patch caught up with Joe Stapf, Northfield Public Works Director and City Engineer, to discuss the transition from Waste Management to Dick's Sanitation.

No. 8 Story of the Year: Dahle, Bly Return to the Legislature; Malecha, Gillen Re-elected to County Board

DFLer David Bly beat Republican Brian Wermerskirchen 57 percent to 43 percent in the House District 20B race. DFLer Kevin Dahle narrowly defeated Republican Mike Dudley.

What's Open, Closed in Northfield During Christmas?

Know of something that is opened or closed? Add it in the comment section.

Commissioner Malecha on Tax Levy Increase, 2013

In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha wraps up business for 2012 and looks ahead to 2013.

Sheriff: Chase, PIT Maneuver Leads to DWI Arrest

Each week, Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows releases a newsletter recapping the most interesting news.

Commissioners Approve 4.48% Property Tax Levy Increase

Here’s a look back at Tuesday’s Rice County Board of Commissioners meeting.

Malecha: Why I Voted No on Commissioner Raises

In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about the Board of Commissioners votes on various pay increases, including the board itself, as well as the county attorney, auditor/treasurer, sheriff and recorder.

Sheriff: Kidnapped Woman Jumps from Vehicle, Escapes

Each week, Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows releases a newsletter recapping the most interesting news.

Commissioners Approve Elected Officials' Raises

Here’s a look back at Tuesday’s Rice County Board of Commissioners meeting.

CDC: Flu Rates Up Across Minnesota

Where can you get flu shots in Northfield?

VIDEO: Zweifel Gives Tour of Highway 3 Underpass Project

Northfield Patch recently caught up with Northfield City Councilor Erica Zweifel to get a video tour of the Highway 3 underpass project.

Council Talks Parking, Approves 2013 NDDC Contract

Here's a look back at Tuesday's Northfield City Council meeting and work session.

Dave Thompson Election Debrief: GOP Re-Election Strategy 'Backfired'

Dave Thompson told a GOP constituency group that the push for a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage, as well as an insistence by GOPers that there was a budget surplus both "backfired."

Northfield Declares Snow Emergency

Residential streets will be plowed Monday, according to an email from the City of Northfield Public Works Department.

Sheriff: Duck Hunters Shot at By Other Hunters

Each week, Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows releases a newsletter recapping the most interesting news.

Woodward Found Guilty of Conspiracy to Murder Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom

John Stephen Woodward was charged by the Rice County Attorney’s Office after Minnesota Correction Facility—Faribault officials uncovered a plot by Woodward to murder Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom.

Winter Weather Advisory in Effect for Northfield, Storm Warning for Twin Cities

The Twin Cities may see its first significant accumulation of snow this weekend, according to National Weather Service forecasters.

Mark Taylor Resigns as Director of Public Safety

As director of public safety, Mark Taylor was responsible for all police department, fire service and emergency management operations.

Woodard: Republicans Showed Fiscal Discipline, Democrats Won't

Wednesday’s MMB report shows a $1.3 billion surplus, the third consecutive positive forecast.