The KYMN Radio Podcast

Local author Ben Percy talks his upcoming project The End Times, and some of his favorite horror movies for Halloween. 

Dr. Pam Moening from Full Potential Therapy discusses their new space in the old Polzin Glass building, their work with neurodivergent kids, and some Trick or Treating tips for everyone. 

Once a month, on the break week for the City Council, we take an opportunity to meet with the members of the Northfield City Council. This week we hear from Davin Sokup, what drew him to local government, lessons he has learned on the council, and talk about his background in housing and how that helps him on the council. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, October 31st! Happy Halloween! Halloween Events in NorthfieldSafety Reminders for HalloweenKYMN Halloween Programs 

Ray Osmond and Pastor Brent Klein from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon discuss a few events in honor of Veteran's Day happening in the Northfield Area.Northfield Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Community CeremonySunday November 9th, 2pm-4pm at the Northfield Retirement Communities ChapelGreenvale Elementary SchoolMonday November 10th at 9am (please arrive at 8:45am)Veterans please RSVP by emailing Renee at rmalecha@northfieldschools.org or by calling (507) 645-3501Bridgewater Elementary School Tuesday November 11th at 9am (please arrive by 8:50am)VFW Post 4393 & American Legion Post 84 Honor/SaluteTuesday November 11th at 11am at Northfield Area Veterans Memorial Park (Honor Guard arrive by 10:45)St. Dominic School ProgramTuesday November 11th at 1pmNorthfield Middle School ProgramTuesday November 11th at 2:10pm (please arrive by 2pm)Spring Creek Elementary School Lunch with StudentsWednesday November 12th at 11:30amNorthfield Girls Hockey TeamVeterans Appreciation event prior to game Saturday November 15th at 2pm at the Northfield Ice Arena

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, October 30th, 2025:KYMN Radio and the Olaf Messenger Announce Student Internship ProgramShop With A Cop Program Provides Rice County Kids With Winter Clothing Public Health hosts car seat clinic Nov. 6 in Faribault

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025:Housing Becomes the Central Focus of Northfield's 3-year Strategic Plan; City Council to Transition to be the Housing & Redevelopment Authority Northfield's Elementary Schools See Success in Curriculum Changes and Positive Culture; Continued Focus on Student Proficiency 

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses last night's city council meeting, where topics included the amendment of cannabis business regulation ordinances, proposed 2026 Enterprise Fund Budgets, and Teppen's performance review. 

Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the Raiders Athletics success this fall, the latest Improvement Showcase, MCA results, and more. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025:Learn More About Your Property Taxes: What is Beacon? Forum on Medicaid Changes on Northfield; Tonight at St. JohnsNorthfield Schools District Youth Council Looks To Better Connect Students to Information this year

Certified death midwife Barbara Krause discusses her role and experiences in end of life planning, and tomorrow's open house with End of Life Choices Collective at FiftyNorth.Advance Care Planning with EOLCC open house information, or email End of Life Choices Collective at eolchoices@gmail.com for more information. 

Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha and Kathleen Doran-Norton from the League of Women Voters and ISAIAH talk about tomorrow's panel discussion at St. John's Lutheran Church on the impacts the cuts to Medicaid will have on the Northfield and Rice County community. Effects of Medicaid Changes on Our Community panel information

From St. Olaf College, President Dr. Susan Rundell Singer and Vice President of Community & Belonging Eduardo Pazos discuss the role of a college in a rural community, a new initiative to provide healthcare training and licenses to students, and exciting events coming up at the college.

TJ Austin and Isabella Ausmus discuss the Northfield chapter of FFA, their trip to the National FFA Conference, and the new FFA Fridays program on KYMN.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, October 23rd, 2025:Northfield VFW Hosts Annual Smorgasbord Dinner Saturday EveningTourism Returns to Normal Trends in Northfield; Visitors Bureau Finds Success in Joint Ad Campaign with Explore MinnesotaIt's National School Bus Safety Week

CC Linstroth of Age-Friendly Northfield discusses services and upcoming events with Age Friendly, including community meetings on future enhancements of local parks, Age-Friendly's transportation committee's partnership with Lyft, and more. 

Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Chief Tom Nelson discusses this past Fire Prevention Week, seasonal fire safety reminders, and more. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025:Northfield Parks Redesign an Opportunity to Create Unique and Accessible Parks Across the City2025 Merry Microgrants Applications Open Until Oct 29 for Downtown Northfield Businesses Last Riverwalk of the Season this Saturday 

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss last night's work session, where topics included the current strategic plan, revenue diversification, housing, and updates on the new budget. 

KYMN's Logan Wells recaps last night's Northfield City Council Meeting. Discussion topics include an update on the City's Strategic Plan and on the Budget. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, October 21st, 2025:State Senators Hear From Northfield Community Members on the Roadblocks for Seniors' Access to Healthcare A Set of Prescribed Burns Planned for Ames Park and Northfield Fire Hall; October 21st - 31st. Students Look to Create New Mascot for the Northfield Raiders; Initial Ideas and Designs Due on Friday

Northfield Arts Guild Executive Director Michael Johnson and Performing Arts Manager Pauline Jennings talk current and upcoming events at the Guild, including their Halloween show World's Greatest Zombie, this Sunday's performance from Victor Zupanc and Kevin Kling, Tim Lloyd's Retrospective show, the upcoming Fine Craft Collective, and more. 

Each Tuesday in the lead up to Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11th, which marks the end of the First World War in 1918. In episode 2 of the series, we discuss the July Crisis and the outbreak of the war. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, October 20th, 2025:Northfield Gathers in Ames Park for No Kings Protest on SaturdayNorthfield City Council Meets Tonight to Discuss the Strategic Plan and Budget

HOPE Center Executive Director Erica Staab and Chair of the Board Stephen Hochheiser discuss Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the organization's purpose, their upcoming fundraiser at The Grand this Saturday, October 25th, and more.

Rice County Victim Services Coordinator Maija Rojas and Assistant Rice County Attorney Kathryn Burbank discuss Domestic Violence Awareness Month, their roles and their office's services, and more. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota, on Monday, October 20th, 2025Boho Peacock Opens Downtown; Offers New and Used Clothing OptionsReport Shows Highlights of the Northfield Middle SchoolNorthfield Public Library Looking to Provide More Small Meeting Spaces; Moving Teen Room to a Larger Space

John Peterson from Ferndale Market in Cannon Falls discusses his family's history of turkey farming in Minnesota, farming year-round and prepping for Thanksgiving, and more.

Salvation Army volunteer and Northfield's Red Kettle Campaign Coordinator Don Pavek discusses this past week's Shop With a Cop event, the upcoming Red Kettle Campaign, and more. 

 Northfield High School Teacher Leah Sand and Activities Director John Mahal talk about the student-led effort to create a mascot for the Raiders. Currently, the team only has the capital N as its logo (see the image to the right). The Raider name and school colors are remaining. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Friday, October 17th 2025:City Council Hears from the Public on a Special Services District for DowntownPaisley Gardens Hosts Bloom with Purpose Fundraiser on Sunday Afternoon

President of the Cannon Valley Civil War Roundtable Curtis Ness discusses the organization and their meeting tonight, with a presentation on "Grant vs. Lee."

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer talks about last night's Shop with a Cop event, winter parking this season, and more. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Thursday, October 16th, 2025:Northfield Hospital CEO Offers Suggestions to State Lawmakers About Rural Healthcare Funding and Policies Need something repaired? Free Fix-It Clinic in Faribault Oct. 18Northfield Middle School Recognized with National Blue Ribbon Award; Only Middle School in MN to Receive Recognition in Both Categories  

Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the most recent school board meeting, the middle school's recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School, and more. 

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig talk about the city's budget and the preliminary tax levy.

 Len Schrader from the Minnesota Fire Engine Club discusses the group's upcoming open house in Cannon Falls this Saturday, October 18th. 

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Wednesday, October 14th, 2025:Focus on mature drivers' safety after an increase in crashesNorthfield Fire Department Secures Better Insurance Rating For Community 

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks last night's efficient city council meeting.

Veterans Day is just about a month away, on Tuesday, November 11th, which also marks the day the First World War ended (November 11, 1918). On each Tuesday, now until Veterans Day, we will take about 10 minutes to discuss the history of WWI. In the first episode, we talk about the most immediate cause of WWI: the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, October 13th, 2025:Minnesota Senate Holds A Committee Hearing in Northfield on Federal Funding and Healthcare City Council Approves Utility Rate Increases; Plans to Begin Saving for a Water Treatment PlantNorthfield School Board Meets Tonight; 10-14-2025

Paisley Gardens owner Rachel Kinny discusses the store's fundraiser for Metavivor, an organization advocating and funding research for metastatic breast cancer. 10% of blooming bulbs sales in October will go to Metavivor, along with their fundraiser this Sunday, October 19th from 1-4pm. 

Northfield Hospital + Clinics Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Clinton Muench discusses the latest and greatest in joint replacement technology, non-surgical options for how to manage joint pain, and more.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Monday, October 10th, 2025:Northfield Public Library Seeks Design Input on How To Better Use Space Around the LibraryMayor Zweifel Issues Proclamation Declaring Today Indigenous Peoples' Day in NorthfieldDundas City Council Meets Tonight 10-12-2025