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Rice County Review

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Each week Patch chats with Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha to talk about the latest county news.
At Least Four Months to Replace Outgoing Administrator
by Corey Butler Jr.
In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about the process of replacing outgoing Rice County Administrator Gary Weiers. Follow Northfield Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our free newsletter

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Malecha Talks About Failed Recreational Sports Moratorium
by Corey Butler Jr.
In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about the failed moratorium for recreational sports. Follow Northfield Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our free newsletter

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Malecha on Bridge Work, New IT Director
by Corey Butler Jr.
In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about bridge work and thew new IT director. Follow Northfield Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our free newsletter

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County Considering Recreational Sports Moratorium
by Corey Butler Jr.
In this week's video, Commissioner Galen Malecha talks about a possible recreational sports moratium and capital improvement plans for the highway department. Follow Northfield Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our free newsletter

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Columns

Health Happens

By Lisa Schmidt
Why Should You Eat Breakfast?
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The Art Patch

By Dave Machacek
Center of an Art Renaissance: Zigmunds Priede
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From the Archives ...

By Emily Weeks
This Northfield Picture in History: Central High School
This Northfield Picture in History: 1930s Boy Scouts
Northfield in History: 1905 Oddfellows Group
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From the Principal's Desk

By David Craft
Craft: Determination Key to Success
Craft: Controlling Mass Media in Your Child's Life
David Craft: A Smile Carries Immeasurable Power
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Simply Sports

By Corey Butler Jr.
Raiders Winter Teams Have High Expectations
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Pet Friendly

By Sandy Vesledahl
Local Rescue Story Finalist in National Contest; Chip N Clip Coming Up
Pet Owners, We Can Help With Spaying/Neutering
One Fantastic Dog Story from Prairie's Edge
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The Library Round Table

Unemployment in Minnesota—The Skills Gap Factor: Northfield Library Round Table
The Cult of Passion Orthodoxy: Northfield Library Round Table
New Year's Resolution: Improve Password Security
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Straight From Community Services

By Hannah Puczko
It's a Story of Toys in Northfield
There Is Lots to do in January Through Northfield Community Services
Get Outside and Enjoy the Northfield Snow
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Notes from the Sheriff

By Richard Cook
Sheriff Says Beware of Thin Ice
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Mommy Moments

By Megan Basinger
Is TV Bad For Baby?
Date Nights Give Parents the Break They Need
Learning Your Baby's Sleep Habits—And How They Change
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The HCI Update

By Zach Pruitt
Northfield HCI Awards April Mini-Grants
Calling All Northfield Sophomores!
Northfield, Rice County Residents Invited to Designer Drugs Training on April 27
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Safety First

By Kathy Cooper
A Holiday Card to Consider
Have Your Voice Heard About Safe Roads in Northfield, Rice County
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Legal Speak

By Paul Beaumaster
Beaumaster: Teens Beware of Abusive Relationships
Beaumaster: January is National Stalking Awareness Month
Beaumaster: Protect Your Home During the Holidays
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Digital Ink

By Corey Butler Jr.
Thanks for the Support, Northfield
How Do You Talk to Your Child About Santa Claus?
Tell Us: What Are You Thankful For This Thanksgiving?
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History Worth Repeating

By Hayes Scriven
"The History of Telephones in Northfield" Opens Thursday
DJJD: Adelbert Ames and His Recollection of the Attempted Robbery in Northfield
Shanty to Brick: The Story of Northfield’s Post Office
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Key Notes

By Rachel Woldum
Eat for a Good Cause, Northfield
It's a Busy Time at The Key
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A Personal Essay

By Azna Amira
Black History is Not Past History
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Small Biz

By Brian Tjaden
The Five Keys To Lean Thinking
WWII, Cars and Lean—What Do These Three Have In Common?
A Lean Economy Doesn't Have To Mean Lean Profits
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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Midwest Regional Racing Center to Impact Northfield
Attend the 19th Annual Community Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
LTE: Take a Sneak Preview of the City of Northfield's New Website!
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Flood Watch 2011

UPDATE: Cannon River Continues Receding in Northfield
PHOTOS: Cannon River Recedes
UPDATE: Cannon River Down Two Feet Since Tuesday
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Raiders Score Sheet

Northfield Boys Track Takes Fourth At Faribault Invite
Northfield Boys Track And Field: Raiders Place Third At Farmington
Northfield Track and Field: Boys and Girls Take Second at New Prague
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The Northfield Gas Guide

Northfield Gas Guide for Aug. 16
Northfield Gas Guide for Aug. 9
Northfield Gas Guide for Aug. 5
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Here's What We Think ...

Book Review: Is Humanity on the Ascent?
Book Review: Hustvedt's "Summer" a Work of Healing
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Historic Faces of Dakota County

Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: South St. Paul's Glenn Boche, Wounded in Vietnam Jungle Warfare
Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: Apple Valley's Glenn Solberg, Vietnam MP
Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: South St. Paul's Glenn Boche, Wounded in Vietnam Jungle Warfare
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Patch Summer Music Series

Patch Summer Music Series: Bonnie & The Clydes
Patch Summer Music Series: Inish Mohr Rounds Out Northfield's Books & Stars
Patch Summer Music Series: Justin Roberts
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From Your Legislators

Sen. Dahle, Other Lawmakers Push for Crucial Investments in Minnesota Nursing Homes, Long-Term Care
Sen. Thompson Talks Education, Taxes
Rep. David Bly Provides Updates, to Meet with Constituents
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Defeat of Jesse James Days 2011

What Happened—And Will Happen—With the DJJD Spanish-Translated Bank Raid Re-enactment
DJJD Committee Responds to Inquiries About Absence of Spanish Interpretation for This Year's Re-enactments
DJJD: A Roundup of Photos, Videos and Stories
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Tax Tips 2012

As Deadline Looms, How to File a Tax Extension
Tax Credits Available For Certain Energy-Efficient Home Improvements
Work at Home? You May Qualify For The Home Office Deduction
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What's My Spark

What's My Spark: Maddie Schulz
What's My Spark: Mason Fields
What's My Spark: Ariana Beeby
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Rice County Rewind

Commissioners Hear Public Health, Three Rivers Community Action Updates
County Looks at Parks Committee, Joint Ditches Effort
Rice County Administrator Resigns
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Northfield City Council Rewind

Council Meets with Sen. Dahle, Commissioner Malecha
Council Discusses Maple Street Project, Work Plan
Council Discusses Convention and Visitors Bureau 2013 Plans
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Extra! Extra! Dakota County's Bygone Bylines

Bygone Bylines: Dakota County in 1930 Was Small But Growing
Extra! Extra! Protect Your Right to Drive Under New Minnesota Law
Extra! Extra! Protect Your Right to Drive Under New Minnesota Law
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Visions for Vacancies

What Should Go Here?: Northfield Post Office
What Should Go Here?: Former Aescendant Accessories Space
What Should Go Here?: Hoffman's Photography
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Feedback Friday

Northfield Tobacco Stores, Handguns on the Rise: Feedback
Feedback: New Businesses, Skateboard Park, Corrections System
Feedback: Presidential Debate, Campaign Donations, Marriage Amendment
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Sit-Down with the Superintendent

Superintendents, Kline Talk About Sequestration, School Safety
Public Meetings Scheduled for 'Global Calendar' Discussion
All-Day, Everyday Kindergarten for All Schools?
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Homeless in Dakota County

Guest Column: Homeless Man Lives on $92 a Month
Successful Drafter Battled Personal Issues, Alcoholism Before Becoming Homeless
Guest Column: Homelessness Deserves a Unified Response
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Defeat of Jesse James Days 2012

PHOTOS: 2012 Defeat of Jesse James Days Grand Parade
VIDEO: 2012 Defeat of Jesse James Days Grand Parade
VIDEO: St. Olaf Viking Chorus at the DJJD Parade
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Election 2012

St. Olaf Students Conduct, Analyze Exit Polling from Election Day
Kevin Dahle Wins Senate District 20 Recount
UPDATED: Dudley to Go Ahead with Senate District 20 Recount
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Crime Maps

MAP: Vandalism in Northfield (Jan. 18-Feb. 24, 2013)
MAP: Drug Activity in Northfield (Jan. 16-Feb. 15, 2013)
MAP: Thefts in Northfield (Jan. 9-Feb. 10, 2013)
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Northfield School Board Rewind

School Board Approves 2013-14 Calendar
School Board Approves iPads for Students
School Board Approves Shared Position with Faribault, Hears Report on Security
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South Metro News Roundup

Legislators React to Historical Vote, Tragic Crash in Northfield: South Metro News Roundup
Northfield Teen Murdered in AZ, Mehring Ends Run for Congress: South Metro News Recap
News Roundup: Thompson to Run for Governor? Sign Ordinance Debate
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South Metro Crime Report

Lakeville Man Makes a Run For the Border, Eagan Couple Soiled and Soused: South Metro Crime Rewind
A Hotel Hookup Gone Wrong, Bandit Bamboozled by Bushes: South Metro Crime Rewind
South Metro Crime Roundup: Murder, Lawsuits, Child Abuse Charges
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Northfield 101

VIDEO: Who's Responsible for Fire Hydrants?
VIDEO: Who's Responsible for Shoveling Sidewalks, Trails?
How Does Northfield Prepare Roads for Snow?
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Ask a Trooper

Ask a Trooper: What About Young Drivers?
Ask a Trooper: Why Does State Patrol Waste Time Writing Speeding Tickets?
Ask a Trooper: Motorized Wheelchairs
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2012 Year in Review

Meet TJ Heinricy, Northfield Patch's 2012 Person of the Year
Northfield's Top 12 Stories in 2012
No. 1 Story of the Year: Armed Robbery Leads to Manhunt, Capture
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Checking in with the City Administrator

Should Northfield Get Charging Stations for Electric Cars?
Madigan Talks Street Projects, CVB Funding
Council Preview: Convention & Visitors Bureau Discussion
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Rice County Review

At Least Four Months to Replace Outgoing Administrator
Malecha Talks About Failed Recreational Sports Moratorium
Malecha on Bridge Work, New IT Director
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Business 101

SPUR: A Space for Innovative Ideas
Business 101: All Flex and Its Flexible Circuits
Tami Enfield Has Branded Herself with Brand Yourself
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Capitol Review

Capitol Review: Garofalo Proposes Eliminating Half of Legislature
Capitol Review: Northfield Rep. Bly Looks to Establish Food Council
Capitol Review: Catching Up with Our Legislators
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Minute with the Mayor

VIDEO: Graham Talks About Council, EDA Action
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This Inspiring Story Brought to You by Grape-Nuts

Sponsored by Post Grape-Nuts
A Twin Cities Wounded Warrior Reclaims a Life of Joy and Service
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From the Editor

By Michael Garlitz
Goods for Good Isn’t About What You’re Selling, But Why You’re Selling
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