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Good morning Northfield! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See why Midwest Living just spotlighted Northfield as a must-visit town.
  • How Northfield just earned top-tier recognition for its green initiatives
  • Northfield man faces serious felony charges after alleged assault at senior facility

Also on today's calendar: Global Casino Night - Playing with a Purpose and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Clouds breaking; less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Thursday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 83, low: 62.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, a stray t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Northfield featured in Midwest Living magazine – News (carleton.edu) — Northfield gets regional attention as a perfect day-trip town, celebrated for its college-town energy, historic charm, and beloved coffee and shopping spots. The feature highlights Carleton College's scenic campus, including its English Gothic chapel, expansive Cowling Arboretum, and tranquil Japanese garden, underscoring why so many families make Northfield a must-visit stop.
   

2. Northfield Earns State Recognition for Sustainability Efforts (kymnradio.net) — Northfield has earned top-tier recognition from the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program for its ongoing sustainability work, including energy conservation and climate planning. City leaders say the award reflects years of effort guided by Northfield's Comprehensive Plan and Climate Action Plan, and connects the community with other Minnesota cities sharing best practices for long-term environmental and financial resilience.
   

3. Police: Northfield man, 78, sexually assaulted woman (southernminn.com) — A 78-year-old Northfield resident has been charged with multiple felony counts of criminal sexual conduct after an alleged assault involving a woman with significant cognitive disabilities at a local senior living facility. According to court documents, investigators cite the woman's account, witness concerns, and DNA testing results; a warrant has been issued and the man has not yet been arrested.
   

4. City of Austin among dozens of communities to receive Minnesota DNR forestry grant (kttc.com) — Minnesota's DNR is awarding nearly $5 million in tree-planting grants, and Northfield is among the southern Minnesota cities getting funding to strengthen local tree cover. The money will help communities replace damaged trees and expand their urban forests, with another grant round open through mid-September for towns that missed out.
   

5. Study finds these are the 10-best colleges for financial aid in the US (mlive.com) — St. Olaf College in Northfield earns a national spotlight for generous need-based financial aid, meeting 100% of demonstrated need for first-year students. The article compares St. Olaf's average costs and scholarships with other top U.S. colleges, helping families gauge how far institutional aid can stretch as tuition and living expenses continue to rise nationwide.
   

📸 Around Northfield

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday August 19
  • Lunch & Learn: Minnesota's Mussels →
    River Bend Nature Center, 1000 Rustad Road, Faribault
    12:00 pm
  • Lunch & Learn: Minnesota's Mussels →
    River Bend Nature Center, 1000 Rustad Road, Faribault
    12:00 pm
  • Middle & High School Open House
    Cannon Falls Area Schools 820 Minnesota St E, Cannon Falls, MN 55009, USA
    4:00 pm
    • Thursday August 20
  • NG/SG - VB HS Scrimmage
    Randolph Public School District Randolph, MN 55065
    8:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Walgreen Company posted a job opening for Photo Specialist in Northfield. Apply here.
  • St. Olaf College posted a job opening for AY Theater Student Production Assistant, Costumes, Tier 1 (WS-ST1) in Northfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Northfield here.

Ok Northfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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