The King & Crooners Show and End of Season Car Show October 10th in Dennison

Chris Olson returns to Dennison in October blending the old with the new in his tribute show, The King & Crooners Show at The Sapphire Event Room. Chris has entertained for many years each fall in …

Dundas Oktoberfest

The Dawns Corner Bar Car Show and Cruise-In, which was as part of Dundas Oktoberfest events last weekend has been rescheduled to Sunday, September 27th, 11 AM - 4 PM. The Cruise-In event was …

2026 Rice County Farm Family of the Year

REDWOOD FALLS — Families and growers from across Minnesota were represented as the University of Minnesota honored them in the 2026 Farm Family of the Year ceremony at 1:15 p.m. Thursday, August 6, …

Victorian Funeral at the Alexander Faribault House

You are cordially invited to experience death and the Faribault House like never before. Join the Rice County Historical Society for a Victorian Funeral at the Alexander Faribault House (12 1st …

Second half property tax payments due Oct. 15

Rice County second half property taxes for real/personal property are due Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. Payments can be made in person via cash, check or money order at the Property Tax & Elections …

County Attorney’s Office rolls out public-facing portal providing quick access to criminal case records

As part of its mission to support crime victims and seek justice for our community, the Rice County Attorney’s Office created a public-facing portal, providing public information and …

Learn About Stopping the Spread of Invasive Species at Upcoming Webinar

Join the Cannon River Watershed Joint Powers Organization as they host the first session of the virtual learning series Land to Lake Lectures. Invasive species can quickly take over natural areas, …

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Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes

A year ago, I had an hour to pass waiting for someone at St. Mary’s Hospital. I was looking for something to do while they had a test and took the occasion to walk to the patient and visitor …

An Inconvenient Study

Science is a powerful tool. A tool can be used for good, or it can be used improperly, which can result in significant harm. True science is the observation of causes and reactions in a controlled …

A Minnesotan:

The longer I live in the Cities I have become more and more aware of what my husband likes to call the pumpkin spice monsters. A pumpkin spice monster is one who goes crazy for pumpkin spice as soon …

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Obituaries

Phillip L. Forshee

Phillip L. Forshee, age 73, of Dundas, MN, passed away September 14, 2026. Phil was a man who always put his family first. The close relationship he shared with his daughters, wife, and siblings …

Gary David "Cecil" Hutton

Gary David "Cecil" Hutton, 74, of rural Kenyon, died Monday, August 24, 2026, at his home. Cecil was born February 18, 1952, to Cecil and Marian Hutton in Northfield, Minnesota. He grew up on the …

Daniel Joseph Pumper

Daniel Joseph Pumper, age 70, of Northfield, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 7, 2026. Daniel was born on February 3, 1956, in Northfield, Minnesota, to Joseph Francis James …

Russell Raymond Franek

Russell Raymond Franek, age 44, passed away at his home in Northfield on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Mass of Christian Burial for Russ will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 30 at the Church of St. …

Jodi Lynn Grundhoefer

Jodi Lynn Grundhoefer, 58, of Northfield, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, April 27, 2026. Jodi was born on October 27, 1967, in Northfield to Fred and Gloria …

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Rice County Public Health flu shot clinics open to public

Rice County Public Health has scheduled the following public flu vaccination clinics in Rice County. Both trivalent and high dose flu vaccine will be available. Registration for flu vaccine is …

Board OKs preliminary levy that includes more than $1.5M in cost shifts

The Rice County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a preliminary 2027 levy and budget with the levy 8% higher than this year, largely due to funding shifts from the state and federal …

Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9 Converted to Four-Way Stop Sept. 21

DENNISON, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation converted the intersection of Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9 into a four-way stop on Sept. 21 as a way to reduce vehicle …

Community

Big Giants 4-H Club Gives Back

This year, the Big Giants 4-H Club of Northfield provided opportunities for 4-H members to explore civic engagement through a series of community service projects for the Northfield Community Action …

October & early November events, happenings and goings on at WildWood!

Women in Business Networking Group Thursday, October 8 | 9am | no charge Bring your own coffee and come mingle and learn about other women-owned/managed local businesses {or just come to meet and …

Conservation Tour Highlights Projects in the Cannon River Watershed

More than 40 local lawmakers, county staff, and conservation professionals from six counties and Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) toured conservation projects in the Cannon River …

Rethinking the cost of engagement rings

ModGents reports couples are rethinking engagement ring costs, prioritizing personal budgets over traditional salary formulas amidst financial pressures.

The pros and cons of being a surrogate

Circle Surrogacy reports that becoming a gestational surrogate is a personal choice involving emotional, financial, and time commitments, requiring careful consideration.

Digital for efficiency, human for empathy: What renter preferences reveal about modern customer expectations

Zego reports that customers prefer a balanced approach to service, favoring digital for efficiency and human interactions for complex issues.

Saving for multiple financial goals

Ally Financial reports on managing multiple financial goals by prioritizing deadlines, calculating savings, and using automation to streamline the process.

Average home equity gains topped $200,000 in six states as renters faced heavy housing costs

Griffin Funding reports that rising home values boost financial security for homeowners but further burden renters, with equity gains reaching over $200,000 in six states.