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MIAC Weekly w/guests Ellie Peterson and Tristen Lander & Matt Parrington 5/16/26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

This week, co-host Andy Tellijohn does all the heavy lifting. First he talks with Ellie Peterson, a pitcher with the MIAC Softball Champion College of St. Benedict, followed by a conversation with Head Coach Matt Parrington and Outfielder Tristen Lander of the MIAC Baseball Champions, Macalester College.

ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Guitarist Randall Ferguson, 5-15-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:48:37 +0000

Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes guitarist Randall Ferguson to preview his Guitar Show, a program on the history and evolution of the guitar, from the stately court music of Renaissance Europe to the exciting, syncopated dance rhythms of Spanish Flamenco, at the Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour in Faribault. He will be playing antique and modern […]

Northfield Union of Youth to Open New Resource Space, “The Lock,” Next to The Key

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:39:48 +0000

By Rich Larson The Northfield Union of Youth is preparing to open a major expansion of its longtime downtown youth center with the launch of “The Lock,” a new facility designed to meet basic needs and expand support for young people. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Lock will take place Monday at 3 p.m. at […]

Study Shows Declining Enrollment, Shifting Demographics in Northfield Schools

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:37:58 +0000

By Rich Larson The Northfield School Board received a detailed look Monday night at how changing demographics, housing patterns and birth rates are shaping the future of the Northfield Public School District. The presentation, delivered by consulting firm TeamWorks, examined district enrollment trends, population shifts and development projections over the next decade. Superintendent Dr. Matt […]

Spill the Beans – Movie Review: Project Hail Mary, 5-14-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:34:18 +0000

This week on Spill the Beans, Mox, Lindsay, and Ashlee talk Project Hail Mary!

Kari McMartin and Martha Kasper talk the Riverwalk Market Fair, 5-15-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:23:21 +0000

Kari McMartin and Martha Kasper discuss the 16th year of the Riverwalk Market Fair, opening tomorrow, Saturday May 16th.

Representative Kristi Pursell, 5-15-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:12:30 +0000

Minnesota District 58A Representative Kristi Pursell calls in live from the State House of Representatives to discuss the sit-on staged by Democrats to get a gun violence prevention bill passed by the Senate to the House floor for a vote in the hopes of passing the bill before session ends on Sunday night.

Faribault Kicks Off Popular Friday Night Car Cruises This Week

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Thu, 14 May 2026 20:15:14 +0000

By Rich Larson Faribault’s streets will soon be gleaming with chrome and classic style as the Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce launches its 2026 Car Cruise Night series this Friday. The free, family‑friendly events take place every third Friday of the month from May through September and have become one of the community’s most anticipated […]

Parking takes center stage at Northfield City Council discussions

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Thu, 14 May 2026 20:13:15 +0000

By Rich Larson Parking — a perennial topic in Northfield — is back on the City Council’s agenda, with recent discussions focusing on short-term downtown parking, accessibility for people with disabilities and whether long‑standing winter parking rules still make sense for the community. City Administrator Ben Martig said the conversation was intentionally narrow, at least […]

Kelli Podracky and Aidan Gersky from Northfield Union of Youth, 5-14-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Thu, 14 May 2026 19:49:58 +0000

Northfield Union of Youth Executive Director Kelli Podracky and Youth Board President Aidan Gersky discuss the opening of The Lock this Monday and much more.

Abby Johnson from MN THC Co., 5-14-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Thu, 14 May 2026 19:34:47 +0000

Proprietor of MN THC Co. in Dundas and Lakeville Abby Johnson discusses her background, the business, and more.

Library Love – Summer Reading Challenge, 5-13-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Thu, 14 May 2026 18:11:10 +0000

This month on Library Love, folks from the Northfield Public Library discuss this year’s summer reading challenge.

College on the Radio with guest John Barbour, 5-13-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Thu, 14 May 2026 17:56:26 +0000

Host Joe Moravchik talks with St. Olaf College Professor Emeritus of Religion John Barbour about his teaching and writing in virtue and ethics, self-assessment, loss of faith, solitude, de-conversion, transformation, and much more.

Hillmann Says Anderson Ready to Lead Northfield Schools to New Heights

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:10:33 +0000

By Rich Larson Northfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matt Hillmann offered a strong public endorsement of his successor, Dr. Tim Anderson, praising the school board’s decision and expressing confidence that the district is poised to reach new heights under new leadership. The Northfield School Board recently selected Anderson, currently an assistant superintendent in the Prior […]

Dundas Growth Years in the Making: Mayor Says Planned Development Fueled by Long-Term Vision

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Wed, 13 May 2026 19:59:00 +0000

By Rich Larson Dundas’ recent burst of housing and commercial activity may look like rapid growth from the outside, but Mayor Glenn Switzer says it is anything but sudden. In an interview this week, Switzer emphasized that the more than 100 new single-family homes planned for development in the coming years are the result of […]

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig, 5-13-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:47:19 +0000

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig discusses last night’s City Council work session, where topics included the Northfield Community Resource Center, downtown and winter parking, utility rates for 2027, and more.

Devin Winjum discusses Faribault 2026 Car Cruise Series, 5-13-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:33:11 +0000

Faribault Chamber of Commerce Marketing & Communications Director Devin Winjum discusses the 2026 Car Cruise Series, kicking off Friday, May 15th.

Morning Sportsline, 5-12-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 20:13:43 +0000

Dundas Mayor Glenn Switzer and City Administrator Jenelle Teppen, 5-12-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 20:12:53 +0000

City of Dundas Mayor Glenn Switzer and City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discuss the housing and economic developments in the city, last night’s City Council meeting, and more.

Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann, 5-12-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 20:11:52 +0000

Superintendent of Northfield Public Schools Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses recent accomplishments by various students in the district, last night’s school board meeting, more updates on the Reimagine Northfield High School project, and much more.

What’s next for the “Reimagine Northfield High School” project?

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:49:07 +0000

By Maya Betti Northfield school officials say the major renovation and expansion of Northfield High School will proceed on its original timeline, despite construction bids coming in roughly $19 million over budget. The next step, scheduled for mid-June, is to return to contractors to rebid three major portions of the project — the masonry, precast […]

Under the Pergola Ep. 4 – Pollinator Friendly Annuals, 5-12-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:25:31 +0000

This month Rachel and Simone from Paisley Gardens discuss their favorite annuals which are also good for pollinators. Also, Simone briefly discusses her love of bugs.

Authors in Conversation at Content Bookstore – Lori Sturdevant and Cory Haala

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 01:19:00 +0000

Twin Cities author Lori Sturdevant, whose latest book is entitled Martin Sabo – The making of the Modern Legislature, talks with Cory Haala about his new book, When Democrats Won the Heartland – Progressive Populism in the Age of Reagan, 1978-1992.

The Naked Artist – Straight River Arts Festival and Finding Your Artist Style, 5-11-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

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" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/kymnradio.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/The-Naked-Artist.jpg?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1" />Hosts Meredith Fierke, Tami Resler, and Jess Prill bring you a podcast about life through the lens of a working artist, and living creatively through the constraints of reality. This month we talk about our Fleur de Lis community art project, the Straight River Arts Festival, getting older and finding your artist style, visiting art […]

Morning Sportsline, 5-11-26

contact@kymnradio.net (KYMN Radio - 1080 AM, Northfield, MN) — Mon, 11 May 2026 15:50:51 +0000

Tim and Rich discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves evening their series against the San Antonio Spurs, the Minnesota Wild’s win against the Colorado Avalanche, tonight’s Minnesota Frost Game 5 against the Montreal Victoire, the start of the Minnesota Lynx’s season, the Minnesota Twins, and more.