The KYMN Radio Podcast

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen talks last night's City Council and EDA meetings, updates on multiple city projects, and more. 

Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann talks spring break, the Raider Boys basketball team making the state tournament for the first time in 94 years, the overall successful activity program this year, the recent public meeting to discuss the potential renewal of the 2017 levy, updates on the Reimagine Northfield High School project, and more.

Local author and historian Jeff Sauve discusses his new book being released this summer, Wheels of Murder, chronicling the second-biggest bank robbery in Minnesota after the James-Younger Gang raid.

Owner and general manager of Kencht's Nurseries & Landscaping Jim Westlund discusses spring rolling around, the history of the business and what they offer, and more. 

Minnesota District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell recaps the week in the Minnesota Legislature, touches on this year's short legislative session, and more. 

Northfield School Board members Corey Butler and Claudia Gonzalez-George discuss last night's public meeting to discuss the potential renewal of the 2017 operating levy, and the search for a new superintendent for the district. 

Rector of All Saints Episcopal Church Cody Manus and former Northfield Poet Laureate Rob Hardy discuss one of Hardy's poems being set to music, premiering this Sunday at All Saints Episcopal Church. 

Northfield Police Chief Jeff Schroepfer discusses this weekend's winter storm, a new officer being sworn in this week and more positions open, April being Distracted Driving Month, and more. 

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig discusses last night's City Council meeting, where a new police officer was sworn in, conversations surrounding potential removal the Ames Mill dam, and more.

Bill North from Friends and Foundation of the Northfield Public Library discuss this weekend's Puzzle Playoff event to raise funds for the library. 

Joe Moravchik and St. Olaf students discuss the upcoming College on the Radio live event featuring conversations with professors, student musicians, and more. The event will be April 15th at the Lion's Pause on St. Olaf campus at 5pm, free and open to the public.

Northfield Arts Guild Executive Director Michael Johnson and Performing Arts Manager Pauline Jennings discuss upcoming events at the Guild, including The Book Club Play opening this week, the 411 Concert Series performance next month featuring Connie Evingson, the All-School Art Show continuing through March 28th, this Saturday's fundraiser for Northfield Supporting Neighbors, the annual Guild fundraiser on April 30th, and more. 

Dan Howard from Flaherty's Lanes talks some of the St. Patrick's Day specials they have running this week and more. 

Minnesota District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell recaps the week in the Minnesota Legislature, including keeping up with the Senate, a press conference in regards to a pair of bills proposed in both chambers to ban the herbicide paraquat and to fund Parkinson's research in Minnesota, another bill proposed to ban neonicotinoid seeds, a bill proposed to release the Optum report, and more. 

Yolks On Us owners Roxy and Eduardo Monrroy discuss their new restaurant, transitioning from Perkins to their own business, and more.

Northfield Union of Youth Executive Director Kelli Podracky discusses their purchase of a new building to host a Youth Resource Center and more. 

 Northfield Hospital + Clinics EMS Chief Brian Edwards discusses mental health emergencies and how the department handles them. 

New KYMN Vice President of Business Development discusses his background in Minnesota radio, his role at KYMN, and more. Steve “Spider” Kane is a longtime Minnesota radio personality, creative marketer, and community storyteller known for his passion for local connections and big ideas. As a voice on KYMN Radio & 95.1-FM “The One” in Northfield, Steve specializes in helping local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations share their stories through engaging radio programming, promotions, and community partnerships.With decades of experience in broadcasting, music, and live entertainment, Steve brings a high-energy, relationship-driven approach to marketing and media. Whether he's hosting a show, creating a promotional campaign, or connecting businesses with the community, his mission is simple: build memorable brands, amplify local voices, and create moments that bring people together.

City of Northfield Director of Community Development Scott Wopata discusses last night's city council work session, including conversations around manufactured housing, the city's tree canopy, tonight's open house about zoning codes, and more. 

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses last night's city council meeting, including appointing a Bridgewater Township representative to the Dundas Planning Commission and more. 

Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the annual MN Association of School Administrators and School Board Association day at the Capital, last night's school board meeting, and more. 

Director of Library Services at the Northfield Public Library Natalie Draper discusses upcoming events at the library in the month of March and more. 

Minnesota District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell recaps the week in the Minnesota Legislature, including a bill proposed in the Health Committee to house the Office of Gun Violence Prevention, FFA Week, working to repeal one sentence of statute that states contractors with the state of Minnesota are not allowed to boycott Israel, and more. 

Craig Swenson, Assistant Director/Fitness Manager, provides information about upcoming programs, activities and events at FiftyNorth.

Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas discusses his retirement at the end of the year, recaps February, and general safety reminders. 

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss last night's City Council meeting, where topics included more from the Northfield Hospital + Clinics acquisition of the Northfield Allina Health Clinic, updates on the ice arena construction and more on the sustainable energy discussions surrounding it, and more. 

The Grand Event Center co-owner Lindsay Ness discusses this Saturday's fundraiser partnering with the Community Action Center to raise funds to distribute immediate mutual aid and legal counsel for community members affected by ICE presence. 

Rice County's Substance Use Prevention Coordinator Grace Pint and Behavioral Health Supervisor Toby Anderson discuss their new free webinar focusing identifying signs of substance abuse in young people for parents and adults who work with youth. 

Northfield Middle School Art Teacher Molly Otte discusses their Artist in Residence program featuring photographer Wing Huie, what the students are working on, and more. 

Northfield History Center Executive Director Sean Allen and Chair of the History Center Board Aaron Street announce their Save the Scriver Building campaign, aiming to repair aspects of the Scriver Building exterior and restore the facade to how its 1876 appearance. 

Minnesota District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell recaps the week in the Minnesota Legislature, including welcoming families from Annunciation Catholic School and the DFL introducing gun control initiatives, the Minnesota DNR proposing to cut the walleye limit, and more. 

Northfield School District opens the search for a new superintendent; local legislators take leadership roles in the new Minnesota Freedom Caucus.

Northfield School District opens bidding process for the High School renovation, Representative Kristi Pursell talks about the first week of the legislative session.

CC Linstroth of Age-Friendly Northfield discusses services and upcoming events with Age-Friendly. 

Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Chief Tom Nelson recaps the last few months, new equipment for the fire department, technology updates for 2026, and more.