Archer House Inn To Be Demolished + Diversity Grant

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything worth knowing in Northfield today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 42 Low: 30.

Here are the top stories today in Northfield:

1. The Historic Preservation Commission recently voted 5-2 in favor of demolishing the historic Archer House Inn. (Northfield Patch)
2. Northfield Public Schools recently learned that it will receive a $288,000 grant to diversify its faculty. (Northfield Patch)
3. "It's a Wonderful Life" will be showing at Purple Door Youth Theater this weekend. (kymnradio.net)

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Today in Northfield:

• Robotics - Northfield Public School District (3:00 p.m.)
• HK: B/JV - Northfield Public School District (5:00 p.m.)
• Handmade For the Holidays: Session 1 (6:00 p.m.)
• HK: B/V - Northfield Public School District (7:00 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Dakota County Sheriff's Office: "Starting this week, we will be recognizing those who have retired from us these last 2 years. With COVID restrictions we were unable to give the appropriate send offs we would have liked, so we will be posting the accomplishments of our ..." (Facebook)
• Dakota County Sheriff's Office: "We are partnering with Toys for Tots Twin Cities again this year. Please drop your new, unwrapped toys off in the drop box located in Dakota County Sheriff’s Office lobby in support of the 2021 Toys for Tots campaign. The drop box will b..." (Facebook)
• Carleton College: "Giving Tuesday is tomorrow! ⏳ Carleton alumni have the opportunity to unlock $75,000 in matching funds for current Carleton students. We hope you'll join us! #CarletonCollege" (Facebook)

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— Morgan Reddekopp

About me:

Feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or story ideas at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com and follow me on Twitter @ReddekoppMorgan for more news updates.

I grew up in Eagan, MN before attending Winona State University where I majored in Creative Digital Media and minored in Journalism and Creative Writing. I am very excited to be a reporter in my hometown! In my free time, I like to paint, draw and write. I am currently working on my poetry manuscript, and also enjoy hiking and being outdoors.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Northfield Daily? You can contact me at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com.