St. Olaf's 'In The Heights' Musical Opens Friday

What's happening in and near Northfield this weekend? Find out below!

Production of 'Aladdin' at Northfield Middle School this weekend

New 3 Bedroom Homes on the Northfield Market

Looking for a home in Northfield? Check out the latest listings from Zillow below.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

Is It Too Soon for Christmas Shopping?

Some stores began putting up Christmas decorations before Halloween. Is it too soon to deck the halls or are you ready for the 2012 Holiday Season to begin?

Nomination Period for 2014 Teacher of the Year Ends Friday

Anyone can submit a nomination, and self-nominations are also acceptable.

Medical Spanish Classes Starting January 7th

Which Local Nonprofits Deserve Your Support?

Consider giving to a nearby nonprofit Nov. 14 on Give to the Max Day.

2013 Fine Craft Collective to Open Thursday

The Fine Craft Collective started as part of a seasonal craft fair in Northfield, according to its website.

Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week

Looking for a job? Many companies are hiring.

The 19 Fastest Growing Occupations

These are the jobs that will see explosive growth by 2017

Blended-Family Finance: Tips Every Modern 'Brady Bunch' Should Consider

How to overcome the financial challenges of merging two households.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Best Holiday Gifts for the Whole Family [SPONSORED]

Get a head start on the holiday season with these great gift ideas for every member of the family. 

When Does School Close for Thanksgiving in Northfield?

Northfield Public Schools, as well as St. Olaf and Carleton colleges will take a break later this month.

Map: What Part of Town Has the Most Homes with Mortgages?

The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of homes with mortgages across town.

Becoming A Force To Be Reckoned With

Fine Craft Collective

Mortgage Protection Programs

The Winner of the Best Halloween Costume in Minnesota Is ...

We had several great entries, but there could be only one grand prize winner.

RN Case Manager, Occupational Therapist & Rolloff Driver: Northfield Jobs

Looking for a new job in or near Northfield? Check out the newest listings below.

A Holiday Shout Out from Northfield Air Force Chaplain

Capt. Keith Beckwith, a champlain for the United States Air Force, is stationed at Transit Center Manas in Kyrgyzstan.

Rice County Public Health Receives SHIP Grant to Boost Local Wellness Efforts

Rice County Public Health has been awarded $442,042 in grant money.

The Millennials’ Guide for Retiring Early

Follow these simple tips while you’re young to reap the rewards.

DuFour Cleaners Nfld- Your Hometown Cleaners

Found: Gray long-haired cat

Building bridges to better food access

Community Update

Veterans Day: Fun Facts and Origins

Did you know California has more U.S. military veterans than any other state in the country? More facts below.

Honor Veterans Monday During Annual Assembly at Bridgewater Elementary

What do the people of Northfield need to know this week? Find out below!

Bridgewater Elementary School Veterans Day Celebration

South Metro Vendor & Craft Expo (Rosemount)

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Eat Protein, Fight Cold and Flu Season

Adding a protein boost to your diet may keep you healthy this flu season.

Map: Where Have the Most Homes Increased in Value?

The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of homes whose value increased across town.

November 12th 6:30pm at UCC Beyond Coal an Evening of Action

6 Brunch Recipes Worth Waking Up For

‘Cruella de Vil’ Arrested on Halloween and Woman Convicted of Animal Cruelty: Police and Fire Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a pedestrian who died after being hit by an SUV and a former deputy convicted of stealing prescription drugs.

Mysterious Election Day Email and Bus Driver Fired for Leading Prayers: News Roundup

The top stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include election results and liquor store closing.