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As I look outside on this early June morning, I can tell it’s going to be another dry, hot, and humid day. A few weeks earlier, I observed 1.38 inches of rainfall in a short time frame at my home a …
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By: Jarett Spitzack, Resource Specialist, Rice SWCD
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6/16/23
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Xcel Energy wants to remind customers that payment assistance programs are available that may be able to help with your energy bills, and the deadline to apply is coming soon. Thousands of families …
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4/20/23
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For me, summer means jumping in my car and learning more about my immediate surroundings. I want to find hidden gems that are in my backyard and can be enjoyed during a day trip. This is what led me …
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By Mary Closner
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4/20/23
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Back in 2020 during COVID-19 the Big Giants 4-Hers were looking for a way to help out the Northfield Community so they reached out to the Northfield Community Action Center to see what they could …
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3/28/23
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Rice County property owners recently received a Notice of Valuation and Classification for Taxes Payable for 2024. This form provides notification of the market value and classification of a property …
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Courtesy of KYMN radio
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3/27/23
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Join us for the 13th annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8 at 10 am in Memorial Park. Bring your own basket, rain or shine! 214 1st Street S
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3/12/23
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Join RCHS for an evening of adventure as we explore the Defeat of the Jesse James and His Gang.
We will start by leaving RCHS for a tour at the Northfield Historical Society, the site of the …
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3/12/23
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Dakota City Heritage Village is planning to return to their popular Spring fundraiser, a Victorian Tea Luncheon. The event will be held Saturday, May 6 from 12 noon- 2 pm with seating to begin at …
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2/27/23
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The Dundas City Council approved two new positions for the city staff, and authorized City Administrator Jenelle Teppen to post the positions.
Teppen said she has done an examination of the staff …
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Courtesy of KYMN Radio
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2/17/23
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Every household will be required to switch to the new cellular water meters. There is no charge to the owner for this change out. In 2022 all the businesses and half the residents were converted to …
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1/25/23
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Attention female landowners, farmers, and farm wives!
Join us at Janna’s Market Grill in Faribault to learn about the management of farm/rural land. Learn about conservation and other …
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1/25/23
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As I sit down to write, we are currently in a winter storm warning. The last thing most people would think of is spring seeding, but on a cold day like this, it’s a perfect time to plan new …
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By: Jarett Spitzack
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1/20/23
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The Rice Soil and Water Conservation District is pleased to announce that the Rice SWCD 2023 Tree Sale is open. From shrubs to beautiful trees, the district has a great selection of species to meet …
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1/20/23
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Northfield Hospital + Clinics welcomes pediatric nurse practitioner Niki Feran, APRN, PNP to the Northfield Clinic, caring for children of all ages.
Niki takes a collaborative approach with her …
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12/21/22
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The Dundas City Council approved a new municipal budget that includes a 12.06% property tax levy increase.
While the tax increase is not especially popular, Dundas City Administrator Janell Teppen …
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Courtesy of KYMN Radio
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12/16/22
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The Rice County Board of Commissioners approved a $33.8 million property tax levy for 2023, an amount 8.89% higher than in 2022.
Most of the increase will go to repay bonds used to finance …
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Courtesy of KYMN Radio
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12/16/22
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The Rice Soil and Water Conservation District has selected Steve and Faith Lund of rural Faribault as the 2022 Wildlife Enhancement Award winners for Rice County.
The Wildlife Enhancement Award …
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12/16/22
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Private landowners living in the Zumbro River Watershed in southeastern Rice County are eligible to receive free well water testing kits from the Tap-In Safe Drinking Water for SE MN program and the …
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11/20/22
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It is finally time to hang up the waders for the year. From May to September, Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) in the Cannon River watershed have been collecting water samples from …
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By Kourtney Hammerschmidt
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11/20/22
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FARMINGTON, MN: Dakota City Heritage Village at the Dakota County Fairgrounds in Farmington is preparing to return to an in person, spirited and welcoming holiday event on Saturday and Sunday, …
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11/20/22
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