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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. […]

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 […]

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

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

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

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 […]

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.

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

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 […]

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

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.

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 […]

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.

KYMN’s Logan Wells, talks about the Northfield City Council meeting held last night including approving the construction of a new Ice Arena, the debate about the Comp Plan, and the Police Chief’s Quarterly Report.

KYMN’s Logan Wells & Maya Betti talk with two of the regional partners of the Northfield Public Library: Krista Ross with the Southeastern Libraries Cooperating (SELCO) and Maggie Snow of MiniTex about the services they provide, the effects of federal funding on their organizations, and how that would affect local libraries.

KYMN’s Logan Wells discusses the City of Northfield’s Comprehensive Plan or Comp Plan, which is the cities 20 year long plan. Tonight, the plan goes to the Northfield City Council for its final vote of approval. Read the Final Proposal of the Comp Plan Here

Se celebró el día de la tierra en Northfield con muchos eventos a los que se sumó el Mercado Local con la celebración del día de los niños. Repasamos la presencia de la inteligencia artificial en nuestras vidas, un tema del que seguiremos hablando. Este programa lo realizamos para la pasada semana pero por problemas […]

Another busy week in Raider activities. Grant Selchow recaps the week with scores and highlights on the Raider Scoreboard. Nick Connor with the Robotics team rejoins the program to talk about the state competiton and what the future holds for the program and the students that participate in them. This week on Meet the Raider, […]

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

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes Alyssa Herzog Melby from St. Olaf, Alexus Kreft from the Northfield Public Library and the Northfield History Center, and St. Olaf students John Lutterman and Owen Schwalm to preview the Celebrate Asia Pasifika event at the Northfield Public Library. Celebrate Asia Pasifika, Northfield Public Library, Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:00am – 2:00pm. https://mynpl.libcal.com/event/13621305 https://pages.stolaf.edu/aapi/ This second annual event, […]

Rice County Sheriff Jesse Thomas talks about the recent tornado in Rice County, distracted driving, and more.

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

Jon Olson, retired Naval Intelligence Officer, professor and author, discusses national security issues relating to the attack in Kashmir last week and the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel, Northfield VFW Commander Tracy Closson and VFW Auxiliary President Nola Matheson talk about the mission, events, and activities sponsored by the Northfield VFW, Post 4393. May 3 will be clean-up day at Veteran’s Park followed by a free lunch for first responders; Memorial Day ceremony on May 26 at Veteran’s Park […]

Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses the April 28 City Council meeting. Topics include approval of the request from the Dundas Dukes to name the baseball field at Memorial Park “Bill Nelson Field at Memorial Park”, and approval of a quote for the watermain project. The Council also discussed policy relating to sidewalk repair during […]

Host Dr. Matt Hillmann the Northfield Superintendent of Schools talks with Becky Malecha, a 5th Grade teacher and the Math Lead at Spring Creek Elementary School, about her time as a student in the Northfield School System, her love of teaching in the Northfield School District, and how she became a teacher in the first […]

The City of Northfield is encouraging residents who have lawn care responsibilities to register for Less Mow May.  Formerly known as No Mow May, Less Mow May is an effort to support pollinators who emerge from hibernation or migrate to Minnesota in early spring and are in deep need of nectar and pollen for food.  […]

Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann and School Board Chair Claudia Gonzalez-George talk about the budget reductions approved by the School Board at its April 28 meeting.

By Rich Larson After months of discussion and community outreach, the Northfield School Board last night approved approximately $6 million dollars in budget reductions for the 2025-2026 school year.  This round of reductions comes on the heels of another budget reduction just two years ago, due to declining enrollment and what many with the school […]

Tonight Will and Rob come to the show intent on discussing their favorite things, but spend more time talking about Bill Monroe, Billy Cunningham and Rob’s college intramural football game. Plus Will offers a poignant and heartfelt prayer. Also there is exceptionally good music.

Chau Troung, owner of Tin Tea in Northfield, talks about how she began her business while still in college and the delicious products available at her store.

Debido a problemas técnicos en la emisora de radio, el programa de esta semana no lo podemos compartir y lo dejaremos para la próxima semana. En su lugar les ofrecemos un programa musical.

It’s Prom week! Catch all the scores and highlights of the week with Liz Campbell and the Raider Scoreboard. We introduce Shari Setchell, Director of this years spring play, to the program. This year’s performance is the classic, The Great Gatsby. Head Baseball Coach Josh Spitzach joins us to talk about the expectation for this […]

With Earth Day this week, KYMN is covering some of the local organizations that are working to preserve the planet.  Today we are talking with the event organizers of the Northfield Earth Day Celebration Mary Jo Cristofaro and Sarah Fortner about the event happening both Friday evening and Saturday. Find the full schedule of programs […]

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

Carrie Carroll, Executive Director of Northfield Shares and Board Chair Erika Campbell highlight National Volunteer Week, ‘Love our City’ event on May 17, volunteer opportunities, and more. Visit northfieldshares.org for more information.

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes Northfield poets Becky Boling (Here Beyond Small Wonders) and Susan Jaret McKinstry (Tumblehome) to preview their upcoming event at Content Bookstore. Celebrate National Poetry Month with us and discover the joy, wonder, glory, and wisdom of poetry. Poetry Night: Becky Boling and Susan Jaret McKinstry, Thursday May 15, 7:00 PM – […]

Northfield Fire Chief Tom Nelson talks about burning regulations including recreational fires, burning permits, controlled burns, fire drills, and more.

CC Linstroth of Age Friendly Northfield discusses services and activities for senior citizens available in the Northfield area as well as the organization’s efforts to assist individuals to establish and access an online social security account.