Kline Brings Mobile Office to South Metro

The staff of U.S. Rep. John Kline will be holding office hours in the south metro on April 18.

Unemployment in Minnesota—The Skills Gap Factor: Northfield Library Round Table

A new report indicates the previous idea that a “skills gap” is a major factor in Minnesota’s persistently high unemployment rate is more complex than previously believed.

Northfield Area Ambulance Association Could Disband

The city of Northfield would receive half of the association's remaining assets.

Cuckolded Cop Found Guilty of Assaulting Northfield Police Officer

The Bloomington police officer was found guilty Monday of fifth-degree assault, a misdemeanor charge smaller than what prosecutors hoped to pin on him.

National Weather Service Issues Winter Storm Warning; Snow, Sleet Predicted

Expect sleet and rain in addition to snow, according to a warning issued Tuesday morning.

Drugs, Fraud, Burglary: Rice County Sheriff's Report

These are the calls the Rice County Sheriff's Office received for April 4-7.

Northfield's Caribou Coffee Safe, Not Among the 150 Set to Close

News of the Caribou closings has been leaking out since a company conference call Friday morning. The Brooklyn Center-based company issued a statement Monday.

Churchill Tire Employee Keeps Auto Shop Alive in Northfield's Downtown

An employee of Churchill tire, which closed a few weeks ago, opened his own auto shop in downtown Northfield today.

MAP: Metro’s Water Reserves are Being Depleted but Northfield's Not to Blame

The Metropolitan Council is warning about dwindling groundwater supplies. In Northfield, private wells are expected to meet demand through 2050.

Homes Sold in Northfield-Week of April 7, 2013

A list of what has sold in your town, with prices $133,000 and up.

Northfield Robbery Suspect Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges

An Apple Valley woman who acted as his accomplice also pleaded guilty to one count of aiding and abetting interference with commerce by robbery.

Open Houses in Northfield for Weekend of April 6-7, 2013

A sample of homes for sale in Northfield that have scheduled open houses. See what is selling for $259,900.

VIDEO: It's Official, Obermueller Seeks 2014 Rematch Against Kline

Mike Obermueller, who was defeated by incumbent Rep. John Kline (R) in the race for the Second Congressional District last fall, says he's game for a rematch.

'No Teeth to It': Hotel's $19,500 Tax Delinquency Has Northfield Looking to Change Law

Northfield's lodging tax rules have not been effective in make one hotel pay the $19,500 it owes.

Dakota County Organizations Receive $20,000 for Arts Programming

Four Dakota County organizations received almost $20,000 from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council's grant program last week.

Study Gives Northfield Schools Low Grades for Achievement Gap

A study by the Minnesota Campaign for Achievement Now graded all Northfield schools in the categories of student performance, subgroup performance, performance gains and achievement gap.

Dakota County Asking Residents to Take Online Survey on Their Health Concerns

The survey asks residents questions about 11 types of health issues, including infectious diseases, alcohol use and nutrition.

Dakota County Judge's 'Insensitive,' 'Demeaning' Jokes Earn Him Reprimand

A Dakota County Judge has been reprimanded for making tasteless jokes during a 2011 jury trial.

St. Olaf Grad, A Same-Sex Marriage Advocate, Celebrates Easter at White House with Obamas

Same-sex couple Paul Melchert (a St. Olaf grad) and James Zimmerman and their twin sons Emmett and Gabriel, 3, are 'practicing who President Obama is,' KSTP reported.

Capitol Review: Bly Looks to Fund Supporting Victims of Sexual Violence

Each week, Patch takes a closer look at the activities of Dakota and Rice Counties' legislators as part of our Capitol Review.

Northfield to Revamp Veterans Park Neighborhood

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority plans to fund a series of improvements.

Homes Sold in Northfield-Week of March 30, 2013

A list of recent sales in your town. See what sold for $200,000 and up.

Great Northfield, Minnesota Book Raid, Book Fair Dates Announced

Over the years the book fair has raised more than half a million dollars for projects at Northfield Hospital & Clinics and for other community health initiatives, such as HealthFinders.

What Can You Buy for Nearly $600,000 in Northfield?

A sampling of homes for sale in Northfield.

Cat Found on Death's Door Sparks Discussion of Animal Abandonment

A kitten found hungry in a Northfield apartment is at least the fourth abandoned animal in the city in the last six months.

LGA Bill Could Push Northfield's State Aid to $2.8 Million

A bill that changes the way state aid is calculated could benefit Northfield to the tune of more than half a million dollars.

Burglary, Assault, Terroristic Threats: Rice County Sheriff's Report

These are the calls the Rice County Sheriff's Office received for March 19-25.

It's Syrup Season! How to Tap Mother Nature for a Sweet Treat

Late this week and into next week could be the prime days of 2013 for syrup enthusiasts looking to tap into a Minnesota tradition.

Northfield DFL Planning August Picnic and Silent Auction

The DFL is planning its annual fundraising picnic.

Seven Percent of Rice County Adults Have Diabetes: Are You at Risk?

Six percent of adults in Dakota County and more than seven percent in Rice County have the disease—and many aren’t aware they have it. Tuesday’s ‘Diabetes Alert Day’ is a good time to consider whether you’re at risk.

Sen. Thompson Berates Democrats at GOP Convention

Sen. Dave Thompson (R-District 58) spoke at a convention for fourth district Republicans.

The Most Recent Northfield Deaths—March 25

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

Commuter Rail Bills From Northfield Legislators Stall in House, Senate

Want to know what your Dakota and Rice County legislators are up to? Check out Patch's weekly legislative review to find out.

Crime Roundup: Road Rage Perp with a Pistol and a Zest for Theft

Also in this week's roundup: Rice County rundown and our weekly dumb criminal.

Week in Review: Potholes, Aescendant Accessories Moves, March Madness

Northfield Patch recaps the happenings of the past week.

News Roundup: Thompson to Run for Governor? Sign Ordinance Debate

Also in this week's wrap: Talking about all-day, everyday kindergarten; two autistic men at center of sign ordinance debate; and those pesky potholes are back.

Health Study: Dakota County Rich in Doctors, Fast Food Restaurants

Dakota was ranked the 15th healthiest county in Minnesota, thanks to lower mortality rates and high quality "clinical care," but lagged with respect to physical environment factors such as pollution and fast food restaurants.

Northfield Hospital Will Spend $400k to Sponsor City's Recreation Program

The hospital is committing to fund Northfield's recreation program for the next four years.

Homes Sold in Northfield-Week of March 23, 2013

See what sold for $164,000 .

Rock & Roll Revival X - Redux

A first person account of Rock and Roll Revival X.