KYMN has served the Northfield, MN community since 1968 on 1080 AM and then in 2016 also on 95.1 FM. The KYMN Podcast brings a selection of the best of our programing into one place. This is your place for Northfield area news, high school sports, and a great mix of music. We are the home of Real Radio. True Variety. kymnradio.net
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.
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 Here
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, June 3rd 2025:Northfield High School Art Students Share Their Work; Display Open Until June 14thNorthfield City Council Considers Bonds for Water Plant, Resource Center; Ordinance to Restrict Fishing Off Of 3rd Street Bridge
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:
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, June 2nd, 2025:Northfield earns 2024 Tree City USA, Growth Award recognition from the Arbor Day FoundationNorthfield Community Ed Programs Serve Over 11,000 Participants This Last YearDundas Shifts Responsibility of Sidewalk Repairs from Property Owners to City
The Northfield City Council approved the city's 20-year plan last week. KYMN's Logan Wells takes the opportunity to chat with two of the lead authors on the Comprehensive Plan: Northfield Community Development Director Jake Riley and Planning Commission Chair Bill Kuhlmann.Interactive web version of the Comp Plan PDF version of the Comp Plan*Originally published on Wednesday, due to technical issues, we are republishing it now.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, May 30th, 2025:Northfield High School Celebrates Graduation on Sunday; ALC Graduation Set for TonightPolice Chief Raises Concerns About the Rise in Fraud Crimes in NorthfieldNorthfield Pool Passes Are Now Available for Sale Online
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.
The Northfield City Council approved the city's 20-year plan last week. KYMN's Logan Wells takes the opportunity to chat with two of the lead authors on the Comprehensive Plan: Northfield Community Development Director Jake Riley and Planning Commission Chair Bill Kuhlmann. Interactive web version of the Comp Plan PDF version of the Comp Plan
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.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, May 29th, 2025: Graduating Members of the Youth on Boards Program Recognized for Their WorkNorthfield High School Principal Shane Baier Set To Retire After 30 Years In EducationThe University of Minnesota Center for Resuscitation Medicine donates a life-saving device to the Rice County Sheriff's Office
Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel introduces Carleton students Henry Burkhardt, Alyssa Alvarez, and Namitha Narayan who talk about Carleton's radio station KRLX.
Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks about the May 27 City Council meeting. Topics include sidewalk maintenance and beginning work on the 2026 General Fund Budget.
Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, talks about the Russia-Ukraine war and U.S. involvement.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025:2025 Memorial Day Service Photo Gallery: Northfield Community Gathers To Pay TributeNorthfield Approves the Comprehensive Plan; Vision for the city set for 2045
Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann talks about upcoming graduation, process for hiring new High School Principal, and more.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025:Riverwalk Market Fair Starts New Event At Greenvale Park TonightNorthfield School Board Meets Tonight, Topics Include Discussion of Different Fund BudgetsDundas City Council Meets Tonight To Change the Responsibility of Sidewalks from Property Owners to the City & Kick Off the 2026 Budget Discussions
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.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, May 23rd, 2025:Northfield Schools Prepares For Supply Increases With the Cost of Breakfast & LunchFiretrucks Display and Demonstrations on Bridge Square Saturday Evening, With Pumpers in Park, Annual EventNorthfield Memorial Day Service Preview
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.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota for Thursday, May 22nd 2025: Northfield City Council Debates Putting A Cap on the Art Allowance; Advocates Note The Important Role of Arts in the Community Memorial Day 2025 Series: The Symbols of Veterans Memorial Park
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.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, May 21st 2025:Shakespeare in Love Closes At The Arts Guild This WeekendDJJD Seeking Candidates for Ambassadors; Information Meeting on May 27thMemorial Day 2025 Series: What is the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
Michael Johnson, Executive Director, and Pauline Jennings, Performing Arts Manager of the Northfield Arts Guild, talk about upcoming performances and events.
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 hereSee the map of the Northfield segment here
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025: Northfield City Council Meets Tonight, Discussion Includes: Approving the Comprehensive Plan & Road Projects in 2026 Memorial Day 2025 Series: VFW and DJJD Committee Raise $32,000 To Purchase Bulletproof Vests for Northfield First Responders
KYMN's Logan Wells returns with another edition of "So You Think You Know Northfield?" Where he quizzes Rich and Ryan on how much they know about Northfieild.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, May 19th 2025:Northfield Police Chief & Schools Superintendent Comment on Criminal Charges Against Former Teacher & School Resource Officer Hydrant Flushing Begins In Northfield Memorial Day 2025 Series: What is the VFW?
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)
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, May 16th, 2025: Northfield High School Reimage Project Update: First Designs Revealed Northfield's Love Our City Event This Saturday; Volunteers Needed For Yardwork Around TownNorthfield Honor Art Students Show Opening Reception Tonight
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.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on this Thursday, May 15th, 2025: Third Thursday Returns to Northfield; This Year Expanded to include more of Downtown and Events Frankenstein Production Opens Tonight at Arcadia Charter SchoolObjections To Northfield's Comprehensive Plan Delay Potential Approval
Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig talks about the May 13 City Council work session.
Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, talks about current issues relating to national security.
The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, May 14th 2025:Minnesota Libraries Prepare for Possible Federal Funding Cuts
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