Northfield News

11/02/2024

A beautiful new mural is hard to miss in tiny Nerstrand.

Nerstrand, population 295, is one of those small towns where not a lot changes. Until something does, and then you notice.

11/02/2024

For our SCENE NOVEMBER Animals Issue, our photo columnist took a closer look at just how much we love dogs, cats, horses and more in Southern Minnesota.

We love our animals. Take a moment to look around and see the influence they have in our lives. I did just that while out and about with my camera.

11/01/2024

507 OUTDOORS: An ode to scent hounds.

I am an unusual outdoorsperson in that I have a strong affection for scent hounds. Scent hounds are dogs that pursue game by tracking scent. They are different from bird

11/01/2024

SCENE NOVEMBER - Our Rants & Raves is exhausted just looking at how perfect these influencers are.

A lot of my time is spent online checking out sites like Instagram. I really want my life to be like all those women wearing cozy sweaters and sporting perfect

10/31/2024

During a break between films, actor Ben Wang stopped by NHS to mentor Northfield's young thespians.

For close to an hour Thursday afternoon, movie, television and theater actor Ben Wang discussed the ins and outs of his craft to the teenage cast of “Something Rotten” at

10/31/2024

This week's SouthernMinn Scene Editor's Choice picks include Dia De Los Mu***os Celebration at Carleton College in Northfield.

Glow in the dark face painting starts at 4 p.m. Performances start at 6 p.m. Attendees can light a candle to honor deceased loved ones and read a statement in

10/31/2024

2024 VOTERS GUIDE: Learn about local candidates and their positions in the Northfield, Dundas and Dennison area, including city, county, school board, state House and congressional races.

It's all FREE to everyone.

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10/30/2024

Inside Lofreddo's Alterations & Tuxedos there's a lot of music, conversation, laughter and sewing.

Mother-daughter owners of Lofreddo’s Alterations & Tuxedos actually share the same taste in music: B52s, Stix, TWRP, Queensryche, Blondie, Lady Gaga and Michael Jackson.

10/30/2024

SCENE NOVEMBER: "Nobody Wants This" is the fall rom-com many have been waiting for since Nora Ephron's classics.

The days of football and flannels, turkey and togetherness, leaf-peeping and pumpkin spice everything have finally arrived. The air is crisp and the sun is shining with that autumnal, amber

10/30/2024

No. 2 seed Northfield will take on No. 1 seed Delano tomorrow night in the section championship game with a berth at state on the line.

For the third consecutive season, the Northfield High School volleyball team (22-7) has advanced to the Section 6AAA championship game.

10/29/2024

The Northfield High School bowling team secured a first-place finish in the Metro South Conference. Congratulations, Raiders!

The Northfield High School bowling team secured a first-place finish in the Metro South Conference, as the Raiders concluded their regular season schedule on Saturday, Oct. 26 with a split

10/29/2024

It came down to the final event, but the Northfield swim & dive team fought off Rochester Mayo to earn second place in a loaded Big 9 in girls swim & dive.

As the Northfield High School girls swim & dive team entered the final event of the 2024 Big 9 Conference championships Saturday, Oct. 26 in Rochester, the Gator/Raiders owned a

10/29/2024

For the second consecutive season, the Northfield High School boys cross country team has qualified for the MSHSL Class AA state championship meet. Congratulations, Raiders!

For the second consecutive season, the Northfield High School boys cross country team has qualified for the MSHSL Class AA state championship meet.

10/29/2024

For the third consecutive season, the Northfield High School girls cross country team will be racing at the MSHSL Class AA state championship. Congratulations, Raiders!

For the third consecutive season, the Northfield High School girls cross country team will be racing at the MSHSL Class AA state championship.

10/27/2024

From city streets to gravel roads, our Prairie Roots columnist traveled many miles in October to view the fall colors.

From city streets to gravel roads, Randy and I have traveled many miles in October to view the fall colors. Autumn rates, undeniably, as my favorite season except for the

10/27/2024

SCENE NOVEMBER: For our Animals Issue, we sought out some fun animal farms in the region that host visitors, featuring Get Bentz Farm near Northfield, which raises dozens of Icelandic sheep.

Overlooking the Cannon River Valley, just outside historic Northfield lies a hidden gem, the Get Bentz Farm. Theresa and Jake Bentz bought these 30 acres of woods and prairie land

10/26/2024

This week's 507 OUTDOORS column is all about deer tree stands of the past and present.

When I began deer hunting with a bow, tree stands were constructed before the season using scrap wood and nails. My first tree stand had rickety steps and a hunk

10/25/2024

Rural landscapes focus of latest exhibit by Northfield artist.

Threads of famous American painters Edward Hopper, Wayne Thiebaud and Richard Diebenkorn weave invisible influence throughout the latest works by Tom Maakestad.

10/25/2024

A new album by Monte Montero is available to stream.

Picture a teenager alone in their bedroom, sitting in a corner with headphones on, totally focused on recording a digitally produced album of songs they both wrote and voiced.

10/24/2024

This week's SouthernMinn Scene Editor's Choice picks include the Guild Art Gallery Reception Northfield Arts Guild.

Wendell Arneson will be featured at The Guild from Oct. 15-Nov. 8.

10/23/2024

Just The Facts Appointments are required if respondents are: applying for first U.S. Passport; applying with a child who is under age 16; if a previous U.S. passport was issued

10/23/2024

As its staffing levels have grown to keep pace with a rise in emergency calls, the Rice-Steele 911 Center has found itself pressing against the limits of its current facility.

10/23/2024

Planning a trip out of the country soon? Make sure your passport is up to date by making an appointment with the Northfield Public Library's certified passport service agents.

Just The Facts Appointments are required if respondents are: applying for first U.S. Passport; applying with a child who is under age 16; if a previous U.S. passport was issued

10/22/2024

Low on space and in need of updated equipment, the Rice-Steele 911 Center will likely be making use of the historic building the Rice County Sheriff's Office and Jail are leaving behind.

Low on space and in need of updated equipment, the Rice-Steele 911 Center will likely be making use of the historic building the Rice County Sheriff's Office and Jail are

10/22/2024

Northfield swim & dive finished 9th in its class at true team, marking its spot as one of the state's best.

The Northfield Raider/Gator girls swim & dive team competed in two meets this week — the team’s final dual meet of the season against Mankato East on Tuesday, Oct. 15,