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Chris and Diana Albrecht talk about North Star Retreats which is an all volunteer led and run, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing 12 Step retreat experiences for the Minnesota Recovery Community.

On today’s show we talk with Northfield Director of Library Services Natalie Draper and the library’s Outreach Services Manager Angelica Linder about being named 2025 Movers and Shakers by Library Journal. We also talk about the curation of the library collection, particularly the books, and how or why things are moved in or moved out. […]

Emily Lloyd of the Northfield Public Library talks about the kickoff for the 2025 summer reading program.

Northfield area student Anna P Wakley, a violinist, is one of the two finalists in the Your Classical MPR 2025 Karin Larson Prize. Wakely is one of two finalists in the Emerging Artists category. Voting for the prize closes on June 4th. Hear her music and learn more about the competition here: To Vote, Go […]

Our fabulous hosts have a friendly conversation with their two best friends about drag and acceptance, and all that goes into that.

Jose Rojas, owner of Rojas All-Pros Companies, talks about the services his company offers.

KYMN’s Logan Wells talks with a group of Northfield High School students part of the SCOPE Program, who talk about the Cemetery Stories event they are hosting on June 9th at 6 pm, this year at Oaklawn Cemetery. Learn more about the event here:

Al final del curso y la llegada del verano, el distrito escolar de Northfield se prepara para actividades de verano y almuerzos gratis. Felicidades a las escuelas y sus estudiantes por terminar el curso 2024-2025.

Liz Campbell will recap the weeks events in this weeks Raider Scoreboard as many of the Raider athletes advance to the State competition. We interview Ben Geiger, Raider Hockey defense man, who was one of 22 selected to this years, USA under 17 Hockey team. Janet Smith, Head Coach of the Girls Track and Field […]

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes authors Kelly Corrigan and Claire Corrigan Lichty to celebrate the publication of their new picture book Marianne the Maker. This marvelous story introduces you to a girl with a crackerjack imagination that will inspire readers of all ages to take some time to enjoy your imagination and make a something! MARIANNE […]

MN District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell provides her weekly legislative update.

With Memorial Day a few days behind us, it is officially summer. So what better way to kick the summer off than with a show about The Beach Boys.One of the hosts is admittedly not as fond of the band as the other, but Rich still finds a lot about the Beach Boys to love, […]

Glenn Switzer talks about Good Times @ The Gardens which features live music events each Wednesday, 6 pm, June through August. Musicians Dan Lowinger and Dan Neale play a preview of some of the music to be featured at the first event on June 4.

Dave Nichols, Executive Director of the Rice County Historical Society, provides information about its upcoming Speakeasy fundraiser to be held on Saturday, June 7, 7-10pm, at the Grand Event Center in Northfield. There will be swing and jazz music provided by Maryann & The Moneymakers, cash raffles, games, and a silent auction. Come dressed in […]

Messi estuvo jugando en Minnesota contra el equipo de Minnesota. La emoción de estar ante el mejor futbolista del mundo.

Con la llegada de Afrikaners a Estados Unidos se da la paradoja de dar la bienvenida a personas de raza blanca de Sudafrica al mismo tiempo que se han cancelado todas las petiticiones de refugio al todo los otros lugares del mundo, incluso a personas con proceso de refugio iniciado hace tiempo.

Mr. and Mrs. Moxie talk with their niece about life and the Guncles.

Catch all the scores and highlights of the week on this weeks;;s Raider Scoreboard with Grant Selchow. Director of the Great Gatsby, the high School presentation at the the Northfield Auditorium, Share Setchell talks about the overall performance and what lies ahead for the thespian nation. The Rocky Horror Picture Film is still a cult […]

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist highlights the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra with CVRO conductor Paul Niemisto, council president Laurie Stegner, and council member Heather Scott. We will preview the upcoming Summer Sounds Concert. Summer Sounds Concert: Friday, May 30, 7:00pm at Oddfellows Pavilion, 1011 Forest Avenue, Northfield, MN (If there is inclement weather, the concert will […]

Mar Valdecantos and Paul Thiboutot, members of the Northfield Shares Board, discuss the organization’s endowment funds, the grant application process, and more.

MN District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell provides her weekly legislative update and summarizes the end of the regular session.

This week, Rich and Danny take a deep dive in to the weird, devolved, techno world of Devo. There’s nothing else to say. You can’t translate robotic movements to the written word. It is recommended that you listen to this show while wearing your red energy dome and a sleeveless turtleneck with the collar pulled […]

CC Linstroth of Age Friendly Northfield talks about the City of Northfield’s Comprehensive Plan and the various services and activities for senior citizens available in the Northfield area.

Northfield Area Fire & Rescue Services (NAFRS) Chief Tom Nelson talks about the importance of obtaining burning permits; fire code regulations for businesses and public facilities.

Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, talks about current issues in the Philippines relating to national security.

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig talk about the May 20 City Council meeting and work session. Topics include approval of the Comprehensive Plan and the Strategic Plan. The topic of the work session was discussion of road construction plans and bike lanes.

KYMN’s Logan Wells provides a review of last night’s Northfield City Council meeting. Topics include approving the city’s Comprehensive Plan, the 20-year plan for the city, and road construction projects for 2026. 10 Minutes or Less is a segment with KYMN's News Director Logan Wells were he breaks down a local news topic. Tune in […]

Michael Johnson, Executive Director, and Pauline Jennings, Performing Arts Manager of the Northfield Arts Guild, discuss current and coming events at the Northfield Arts Guild, including the final upcoming weekend of Shakespeare in Love at the Arts Guild Theater and the Northfield High School Honors Art Show in the Guild’s main gallery.

Musician Mary Cutrufello and Laura Meyers, co-owner of Imminent Brewing in Northfield, talk about a performance featuring Mary Cutrufello and her band The New Havoline Supremes, with Tractorhead opening the night, on Monday, September 26, 5-10pm.

In the next two years, the Mill Towns State Trail is set to expand in south in Dundas and north of Northfield out to the Waterford Historic Bridge. KYMN’s Logan Wells, talks a little bit about the context of the trail, its route, and its next steps. See the map of the full trail here […]

Hosts Mandy Everhart and Cyrus Kirby, along with their trusty sidekick Rich, are joined by the proprietor of Northfield’s latest favorite record store, Vicki Scott of Verbena Vinyl, so all four of them can really geek out over the music that they love, and the places where one goes to buy the music one loves. […]

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes musicians Ray Coudret and Bo Aylin from Fred the Bear to share the story of the new album Just Because. Recorded at the iconic Pachyderm Recording Studio, this record is a heartfelt collection of songs about life, love, and everything in between—capturing the spirit of Fred the Bear like never before. https://www.fredthebear.com/home Fred […]

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matt Hillmann discuss recent charges against a former Northfield Teacher and School Resource Officer.

MN District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell provides her weekly legislative update.

On Monday, the Northfield Schools community received a major update on the High School Renovation project. KYMN’s Logan Wells reviews the plan and what some of the major items are: Review the full plan here (Page 8) 10 Minutes or Less is a segment with KYMN’s News Director Logan Wells were he breaks down a […]

Rich and Danny spend more than an hour-and-a-half digging into the brilliant music made by Huey Lewis & The News. They explore the nuances and attention to detail for which the band was famous. They discuss the groups undeniable influence on all pop music over the past thirty years, and even select their favorite bands […]

Kelli Podracky talks about a grant awarded to the Northfield Union of Youth that will be used to expand services at The Key.

Rob Ryden talks about a bike fix-it clinic to be held at Emmaus Church on Saturday, May 17, 9am-noon, and the one-day music festival “Wazaroo” on June 28.

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer talks about the opportunity to train to be a police officer through grant funding, National Police Week, mental health for officers, and more.

Head Coach of the Northfield Raiders Boy’s Hockey team announces retirement. The most winningest coach in school history hangs up the skates after 11 years at the helm. Mike “lucky” Luckraft bids adieu for the final time to pursue family and other commitments for the future. Catch all the scores and highlights of the week […]

This week Rich and Danny finally feel ready to pay homage to one of the great musical minds of our time. Quincy Jones passed away in November, and the boys have taken the time to bring together what they feel is a good representation of his career through the music that he wrote, produced and […]

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes from the Northfield Arts Guild production of Shakespeare in Love director Rachel Haider and cast members Will Martin (William Shakespeare), Sara Cronk (Viola DeLesseps), Andy Artley (Lord Wessex), and Brendon Etter (Richard Burbage). SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE – A STAR-CROSSED COMEDY BASED ON THE ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING BEST PICTUREDIRECTOR: RACHEL HAIDER Part mis-identity hilarity and part love story, this […]

MN District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell provides her weekly legislative update.

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer and EMS Chief Brian Edwards talk about the important collaboration the departments have during emergencies.

KYMN’s Logan Wells talks with Northfield Area Fire Chief Tom Nelson about a structure fire on May 7th. 

Host Kosmo Esplan talks with Dr. Timothy Mahr who conducted the St, Olaf Band for 29 years.

Host Kosmo Esplan talks with local history buffs Susan Hvistendahl and Jeff Suave regarding their in-depth history of the St. Olaf Band founded on October 5, 1891.

Vicki Scott, owner of Verbena Vinyl, announces that Chris Mars, one of the founding members of the band “The Replacements” will be live at the store for a signing event on Saturday, May 10, 5-7 pm. A The event is a benefit for Mutt Mutt Engine.

Northfield Mayor Ericka Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig talk about the May 6 City Council meeting. Topics include approval of the construction of a new Ice Arena, the Comp Plan, and Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer’s Quarterly Report.

Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, discusses the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, and government cuts to high ranking military officials.