VIDEO: Minnesota Vikings Visit Bridgewater Elementary in Northfield

Bridgewater students received health and exercise tips from Viktor the Viking and Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway.

Work on Carleton College's Second Wind Turbine Starts

The wind turbine is expected to be in operation by Oct. 21.

Finances, Levies on Tap for Northfield School Board

Presentations on the operating and capital levy referenda and the 2012 proposed property tax levy are on tonight's board agenda.

Who's New to Northfield's Classrooms?—Part 5

This school year, Northfield Patch introduces you to the new teachers in Northfield School District's classrooms.

Testimony That Helped Change Youth Sports

In Part III of this three-part series, how a young athlete helped pave the way for a changing culture in concussion treatment

Who's New to Northfield's Classrooms?—Part 4

This school year, Northfield Patch will introduce you to the new teachers in Northfield School District's classrooms.

Norway's King and Queen to Visit Minnesota, St. Olaf College

The royal visit is planned for Oct. 11-18, with visits also planned for the Mayo Clinic, Augsburg College and Duluth.

Who's New to Northfield's Classrooms?—Part 3

This school year, Northfield Patch will introduce you to the new teachers in Northfield School District's classrooms.

SLIDESHOW: Transformation of Old Northfield Middle School to Weitz Center for Creativity Complete

Carleton College holds an open house from 3-6 p.m. Saturday at the new Weitz Center for Creativity, formerly the Northfield Middle School. The public is welcome to tour the new space and enjoy music and light refreshments.

Northfield Students Do Well on MCA Reading Exams, Falter on Math

Sixteen of 21 groups tested for reading in Northfield area schools bested the state proficiency level. In math, however, 12 of the 21 Northfield groups missed the state average of their counterparts.

Who's New to Northfield's Classrooms?—Part 2

This school year, Northfield Patch will introduce you to the new teachers in Northfield School District's classrooms.

DJJD: James-Younger Gang, Royalty Visit Bridgewater Elementary

Defeat of Jesse James Days royalty and members of the James-Younger Gang spent Friday morning visiting Northfield's elementary schools, including Bridgewater.

School's in Session—How Heavy is Too Heavy for a Backpack?

The American Occupational Therapy Association says six out of ten students 9 to 20 years of age reported chronic back pain related to backpacks.

St. Olaf Grads Return From Historic Canoe Trip

Ann Raiho and Natalie Warren canoed from Minneapolis to Hudson Bay. Look for the story of their trip next week on Patch.

Who's New to Northfield's Classrooms?

This school year, Northfield Patch will introduce you to the new teachers in Northfield School District's classrooms.

Hwy. 246 Road Construction Could Affect First Day of School in Northfield

What you can do to make your travels easier.

PHOTOS: Northfield Wins Football Season Opener

The Raiders hold off a second half comeback by St. Paul Central

PHOTOS: Meet 10th Grade Volleyball

Here's the 10th grade volleyball team taking it to the court for Northfield High School.

PHOTOS: Meet Your Northfield Girls Tennis Players

Here are the girls representing Northfield High School on the tennis courts this year.

VIDEO: Prayer Walk for Northfield High School

Students, parents and community members prayed for Northfield High School on Friday night.

Accelerate Northfield Aims to Bridge Achievement Gap

Acclerate Northfield, a new program that connects community volunteers with elementary students, aims to bridge the achievement gap and help all of Northfield's kids succeed.

PHOTOS: Meet the Northfield Boys Soccer Teams

Here's who's on the pitch this year for Northfield High School.

Northfield School Supplies: St. Dominic School

Time to buy school supplies, but can't find that list? Patch is here to help out!

Northfield School Supplies: Sibley Elementary

Time to buy school supplies, but can't find that list? Patch is here to help out!

Northfield School Supplies: Greenvale Park Elementary

Time to buy school supplies, but you can't find that list? Patch is here to help you out!

Northfield School Supplies: Bridgewater Elementary

Time to buy school supplies, but you can't find that list? Patch is here to help you out!

PHOTOS: Chuo University Students Host Appreciation Dinner

The program started in 1984.

Cultural Exchange Group Checks Out Northfield Library

Groups of Chuo University students have been spending their summers in Northfield since 1984.

Mixed Results for Northfield's MCA Science Scores

ARTech, Prairie Creek Community School and Sibley Elementary improved on 2010's marks.

Northfield Parents Talk: Getting in a School Routine

What does your family do to get ready for the school year?

Northfield District Will Ask Voters to Approve a Higher Operating Levy in November

Questions about the future of state education funding prompted board members to seek financial cushion from local residents.

Make a Video to Help Combat Cyberbullying in Northfield

For every positive connection or moment one can find on the Internet, one could easily find a written attack from one kid to another on Facebook.

Carleton Named Friendliest College

The Huffington Post on Thursday called Carleton College the friendliest college in America.

St. Olaf's Adam Starr Becomes Internet Sensation

Adam Starr has become a media darling after posting a video of him tumbling on YouTube.

Carleton College Considered One of the Nerdiest Colleges

So, have you ever been in a mustache club?

VIDEO: St. Olaf Summer Theatre Camp

Kids from all over the country spent a week at St. Olaf learning the art of theatre.

VIDEO: Camp Invention Invades Northfield

Students spent all week exploring science, technology, engineer and math education.

St. Olaf Student Named Miss Minnesota, Will Compete in Miss America

Natalie Davis of Mankato will compete in the Miss America competition in 2012.

Calling All Budding Northfield Inventors, Your Camp is Here

Students entering first through sixth grade have a chance to participate in the week-long Camp Invention at Sibley Elementary.

Northfield School Board Passes 2011-12 Budget; Considers New Levy

School officials laid out a gloomy picture for district funding.