WINGS Awards More Than $81,000 to Area Agencies

About 50 people attended a celebration on Thursday to hear about the work of the 23 organizations that received grants from WINGS.

Most Recent Northfield Deaths—June 24, 2013

Here are the most recent people to pass away in Northfield or who had ties to Northfield.

Rain, Rain and More Rain

More than two inches of rain had fallen between the early-morning hours of Friday and 9 p.m. Saturday. The National Weather Service says more rain is on the way.

DEATH NOTICE: Alyssa Lee Simonson, 13

Sheriff’s Newsletter: ‘A Clean Sweep’

Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows updates you on the latest county happenings.

Pin What You Saw or Experienced on Our Patch Storm Map

Lose a tree or see a flooded area? Share your summer storm experience here.

Weather Service: More Heavy Rain, Severe Weather on the Way

Dakota and Rice counties are under a severe thunderstorm watch and flash flood watch Friday. At least one to two inches of rain could fall.

Celebrate Global Smurfs Day (Sponsored)

Smurf ambassadors from 28 countries celebrate the birthday of Smurfs creator Peyo today, and the release of ‘The Smurfs 2’ on July 31. Sponsored by Columbia Pictures.

PalletPalooza 2013!

Best of the Blogs: Report Pets in Cars, Make Your Facebook Page Succeed, Dog Memorial Fund

Here are recent posts from Northfield bloggers.

Northfield Police Blotter: No-Pay, Drug Activity, Found Property

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for June 19-20.

Severe Thunderstorms Roll Through Northfield

Nearly an inch of rain and wind gusts of up to 39 miles per hour were recorded at Stanton Airport between 2 and 7 a.m. Friday.

Northfield on YouTube: SEEDS Farm Presents 'Life on the Farm: Episode 1'

Open Houses in Northfield; See What's Showing for $139,900

Patch keeps you up to date on home showings in your neighborhood

PHOTOS: Official Unveiling of Downtown Sculpture Planned for Friday

The official unveiling is planned for 4:30 p.m. at the public meeting place at the corner of Third and Division streets. The public is welcome to attend.

Northfield's Annual Seal Coat Project Slated for Friday

The project is scheduled for one day. Affected streets will be closed temporarily during the project.

STEP Fitness Fusion

Community Update

'Twelfth Night' Opens Friday at Central Park

Twelfth Night will perform nightly at 7 p.m. June 21-23 and June 27-29.

YIN YOGA

HUGE GARAGE SALE

Happy Hour Paddle!

Faribault senior graduates from online school

Happy Hour!

Store Procedure when Pets are reported in cars

Fundraiser for HOPE Center

Danny Freeman's Estate Sale

Community Band Performance this evening

5 Items Your Facebook Page Needs to Succeed

Social Media Marketing is just like any other form of marketing - you need a strategy to insure success! Here are some items to achieve Facebook Marketing success.

Heavy Rain, Severe Weather Could Be Heading Our Way

Up to four inches of rain could fall by the end of this weekend, the National Weather Service says.

See What's Selling in Northfield-June Update

A look at what is selling in your town.

Celebrate an Anniversary with a Canoe Ride

The Cannon River Watershed Partnership will host excursions on the Cannon and Straight rivers this weekend to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Minnesota State Water Trails System.

Fresh Salad Greens, Gemstone Jewelry, and Banjo Picking at Saturday’s Riverwalk Market Fair

NAPA Auto Parts Grand Re-Opening Martin Truex Visit

Northfield Senior Photos

Community Update

UPDATED DEATH NOTICE: David Rodgers, 20

Where to Watch Fireworks in Minnesota 2013

Find the best places to enjoy the 4th of July on Patch’s map of Independence Day celebrations in the Twin Cities and beyond.

Enjoy One of Minnesota’s Many Summer Festivals

Check out Patch’s map of summer festivals near you.

Seeking Host Families for International High School Students