Sen. Dahle Looks Back on First Month in the Legislature

Sen. Kevin Dahle (D-Northfield) represents District 20, which includes parts of Rice, Le Sueur and Scott counties.

Celebrating Black History Month in Northfield

Celebrate Black History Month throughout February.

Waiting with (Frosty) Bated Breath for Groundhog Day

With the recent cold snap, the prospect of Punxsutawney Phil predicting six more weeks of winter on Feb. 2 is especially daunting.

Where to Find Super Bowl Snacks in Northfield

Whether your team is playing or not, everyone looks forward to Super Bowl-style eating. Here are the best places to get game-day grub, as well as some easy recipes you can whip up yourself at home.

Parents Talk: What to Do with a 1-Year-Old?

We'd like to get out of the house and do a little exploring.

School District Considers Building Security Changes

In this video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about short- and long-term security changes administration and the Northfield School Board are considering

Public Meetings Scheduled to Discuss iPads for Students

In this video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about the upcoming public meetings to discuss leasing and distributing tablet computers to the district's students.

School Board Approves Shared Position with Faribault, Hears Report on Security

Here's a look back at Monday's Northfield School Board meeting.

School Board Hears Plan for Tablets for Students

Two public meetings have been scheduled to review the proposal with the community.

Police Blotter: Downtown Assault, Missing Person, Flasher?

The Northfield Police Department's crime report for Jan. 28-29.

Minus 40 Wind Chill? Here Comes the Weather Pain

The combination of wind and cold could result in wind chills of 35-40 below zero during the early morning hours Friday.

Craigslist: The Best of Northfield—Slot Machine, Bill Cosby, Diablo III Cardboard Standup

What's Northfield selling on the web?

Not Lovin' It: Charges Say Man Hid Marijuana in McDonald's Bag

A Northfield man was arrested on Monday after the Rice County Drug Task Force searched his house and found 70 grams of marijuana.

Charges: Marijuana Operation Found on Division Street

The Rice County Drug Task Force last week executed a search warrant of a home on the 800 block of Division St.

Capitol Review: Bill Would Modify Property Tax Refund

Campaign finance, school district payments and property taxes are among the bills on which Northfield's legislators are working.

New Strain of Norovirus —The Winter Vomiting Bug—On the Rise

A new norovirus strain was detected last year in Australia and has reached the United States.

Police Blotter: DWI, Runaway, Thefts

The Northfield Police Department's crime report for Jan. 25-26.

Driver in Accident That Killed 2 Gets 30 Days, $100 Fine: Crime Roundup

In other crime news from around the South Metro region, a decaying body is found in the Vermillion River and a former American Legion commander is charged with swindling.

The Most Recent Northfield Births—Jan. 27, 2013

Here are the most recent babies born at the Northfield Hospital.

Alcohol a Factor in GOP Activist's Car Crash: News Roundup

In other headlines from around the region last week, South Metro school districts are losing students to open enrollment, and Shakopee makes a guest appearance on 'Saturday Night Live.'

Freezing Rain, Sleet and Ice on Its Way to Northfield

A winter storm warning is in effect until midnight.

Local Voices: Gymnastics Dominate, Connection to South Africa

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Week in Review: Man Pulls Gun; Skeletal Remains Found

Northfield Patch recaps the happenings of the past week.

NJP Accepting Applications for 2013 Palestine Travel Scholarship

The scholarship will pay program expenses and ground transportation for the selected applicant(s), who will participate in an alternative tourism program by the Siraj Center for Holy Land Studies.

Sheriff: Human Skeletal Remains Found Near Vermillion River

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

The Most Recent Homes Sold in Northfield—Jan. 26, 2013

Check out the latest homes that sold in the Northfield area.

Malecha Talks About Failed Recreational Sports Moratorium

In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about the failed moratorium for recreational sports.

Superintendent Talks About Inequity in Education Funding

In this video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about Schools for Equity in Education, an organization made up of 62 school districts, including Northfield.

Northfield Open Houses This Weekend

Looking for a home? Here are a few you can check out this weekend.

Movie Reviews: Parker, Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters

Find movie reviews and showtimes for theaters in Lakeville, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Rosemount.

15 More Dead from Flu, But Virus' Reach Begins to Wane Across Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Health says there were an additional 15 deaths last week, but that number of people hospitalized with flu-like symptoms has fallen dramatically.

Northfield Tobacco Stores, Handguns on the Rise: Feedback

An update to help you keep up with the news updates and conversation on Northfield Patch's Facebook page, Twitter account and what Northfield Patch users are saying in the comments section.

Police Blotter: Runaway, Identity Theft, Theft

The Northfield Police Department's crime report for Jan. 23-24.

The Most Recent Northfield Deaths—Jan. 24, 2013

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

Police: Man Pulled Gun on Motorist

An incident of road rage on Highway 3 elevated to the point where one man allegedly pulled a gun on another driver.

Northfield Students Chosen for Honors Orchestra

This select group of string players from across the state have earned an invitation to play in the Honors Orchestra (grades 7-9) based on an audition recording of their playing.

SPUR: A Space for Innovative Ideas

SPUR is a co-working space and a business incubator designed to support small business owners such as freelancers, graphic designers, writers, and other creative business types. It is owned and operated by the Northfield Enterprise Center.

PHOTOS: Northfield Police Officers Recognized

This year, 13 officers and reserve officers were honored during the third annual Northfield Police Department recognition banquet.

County Board Votes Down Recreational Sports Moratorium

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

Sen. Dahle Pleased with Governor Dayton’s Emphasis on Education and Property Taxes

Gov. Mark Dayton, in his unveiling of his budget on Tuesday, proposed reducing property taxes and increasing education funding.