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In Richfield's recent school board race, which was not competitive because there were 3 people running for 3 seats, these are the results. Carter was the only incumbent on the ballot, and received the least votes, which I think says something about how people feel about him.
November 11, 2025 at 1:02 AM
In Richfield's recent school board race, which was not competitive because there were 3 people running for 3 seats, these are the results. Carter was the only incumbent on the ballot, and received the least votes, which I think says something about how people feel about him.
Lomabonita Mercado finally opened today at the HUB! Most of the parking in the strip was taken up by people checking it out! Tons of raffle prizes were given out, they had a Mariachi band, and traditional Mexican dancers! So excited for this addition to our town!
November 2, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Lomabonita Mercado finally opened today at the HUB! Most of the parking in the strip was taken up by people checking it out! Tons of raffle prizes were given out, they had a Mariachi band, and traditional Mexican dancers! So excited for this addition to our town!
ICYMI: Richfield High School was on lockdown today.
On September 11, the Richfield PD went to Richfield High School to speak with a student regarding the recent theft of two guns. The student fled into a nearby neighborhood. Officers soon found the student hiding in a backyard, with no gun.
On September 11, the Richfield PD went to Richfield High School to speak with a student regarding the recent theft of two guns. The student fled into a nearby neighborhood. Officers soon found the student hiding in a backyard, with no gun.
September 12, 2025 at 3:56 AM
ICYMI: Richfield High School was on lockdown today.
On September 11, the Richfield PD went to Richfield High School to speak with a student regarding the recent theft of two guns. The student fled into a nearby neighborhood. Officers soon found the student hiding in a backyard, with no gun.
On September 11, the Richfield PD went to Richfield High School to speak with a student regarding the recent theft of two guns. The student fled into a nearby neighborhood. Officers soon found the student hiding in a backyard, with no gun.
Beyond the Richfield families that had students at Annunciation, Ronald and Suzan Wilson were among those wounded
Ronald Wilson and Suzan Wilson were among three adults who were wounded in the Aug. 27 gunfire at Annunciation, their family confirmed Tuesday.
Richfield couple in their 80s among the 21 wounded during Annunciation Church shooting
Families are sharing the extent of their children’s injuries as well as stories of their courage and resilience while protecting their friends and “little buddies.”
www.startribune.com
September 3, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Beyond the Richfield families that had students at Annunciation, Ronald and Suzan Wilson were among those wounded
If you have thoughts on the upcoming Penn Avenue safety improvements, there will be an open house on August 20, from 4:30-7 at St Richard's Catholic Church. More info: beheardhennepin.org/penn-avenue
Penn Avenue safety improvements
We are working to improve safety and mobility on Penn Avenue (County Road 32) between Highway 62 and West 75th Street in Richfield. In partnership with the City of Richfield, we plan to reconstruct th...
beheardhennepin.org
August 19, 2025 at 2:04 AM
If you have thoughts on the upcoming Penn Avenue safety improvements, there will be an open house on August 20, from 4:30-7 at St Richard's Catholic Church. More info: beheardhennepin.org/penn-avenue
If you haven't seen, there are 4 people who have signed up for the Richfield School Board race. There are only 3 seats up for election.
August 15, 2025 at 12:43 AM
If you haven't seen, there are 4 people who have signed up for the Richfield School Board race. There are only 3 seats up for election.
UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY 2025 is August 14, 4-7PM. There will be over 1000 backpacks for our kids gearing up for school! There will be lots of fun activities, resources, performers and more!! We’ll see you tomorrow at Richfield Community Band Shell/ Veterans Memorial Park.
August 14, 2025 at 3:43 AM
UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY 2025 is August 14, 4-7PM. There will be over 1000 backpacks for our kids gearing up for school! There will be lots of fun activities, resources, performers and more!! We’ll see you tomorrow at Richfield Community Band Shell/ Veterans Memorial Park.
Many of the geese and turkeys just gave birth so make sure to be careful for any straggling babies
August 6, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Many of the geese and turkeys just gave birth so make sure to be careful for any straggling babies
This is the future we deserve
July 31, 2025 at 3:24 AM
This is the future we deserve
Best congressperson we've had!
Thank you to all the Minnesotans who joined our monthly town hall in Richfield.
Town halls give me the opportunity to hear directly from you and carry your priorities to the People’s House!
Town halls give me the opportunity to hear directly from you and carry your priorities to the People’s House!
July 31, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Best congressperson we've had!
Love to see stories of our cool little town
CBS Minnesota reports that Joe Carr has organized an annual lemonade stand in Richfield for over a decade, raising more than $70,000 for Gillette Children's to support individuals with disabilities.
#AccessPress #CBSMinnesota #MN #Minnesota #JoeCarr #DisabilityAwareness
#AccessPress #CBSMinnesota #MN #Minnesota #JoeCarr #DisabilityAwareness
Annual Minnesota lemonade stand cools temps, raises disability awareness
A young man with a heart as big as his smile dedicated a hot summer day to helping others like him. Joe Carr has been organizing an annual fundraiser by setting up a lemonade stand in Richfield for a…
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July 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Love to see stories of our cool little town
It's true! Eichtens cheese and bisen meat at Richfield Farmer's Market is amazing and they are there every Saturday morning! Come by this weekend!
I’m recommending going to the Richfield Farmers Market, going to the Eichtens stand, and making your own bison meatball sub because you won’t be able to wait until the fair
right, what do we think about the state fair food
July 9, 2025 at 4:17 PM
It's true! Eichtens cheese and bisen meat at Richfield Farmer's Market is amazing and they are there every Saturday morning! Come by this weekend!
Murders this woman in Richfield because she didn't want to date him, and now he says he's a good guy because he was border patrol...as if that doesn't make him seem even worse
www.startribune.com/murder-suspe...
www.startribune.com/murder-suspe...
July 9, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Murders this woman in Richfield because she didn't want to date him, and now he says he's a good guy because he was border patrol...as if that doesn't make him seem even worse
www.startribune.com/murder-suspe...
www.startribune.com/murder-suspe...
Seen a lot of people mad at the victim for wanting a sugar daddy relationship or just a friendship, but women are actually allowed to not want to romantically date you! You don't get to murder them! 😡
Charge: Man killed Richfield woman, 22, who didn't want romantic relationship
Charge: Man killed Richfield woman, 22, who didn't want romantic relationship
The suspect and victim initially met online, according to the charge.
bringmethenews.com
July 8, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Seen a lot of people mad at the victim for wanting a sugar daddy relationship or just a friendship, but women are actually allowed to not want to romantically date you! You don't get to murder them! 😡
Good news for Lito's Burritos! I'm glad Minneapolis will get to share in this hidden Richfield gem!
amazing news: lito’s burritos are moving to minneapolis!!! the old union hmong kitchen spot on lake st
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www.instagram.com/p/DL0wp0Bg_l-/
July 8, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Good news for Lito's Burritos! I'm glad Minneapolis will get to share in this hidden Richfield gem!
Parade starts at 1:15 and then the fun really starts this evening
July 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Parade starts at 1:15 and then the fun really starts this evening
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O'Shaughnessy was shot and killed walking home from a Fourth of July event in Richfield in 2017.
Family of Jonathan O'Shaughnessy remembers and honors him eight years after shooting death
O'Shaughnessy was shot and killed walking home from a Fourth of July event in Richfield in 2017.
www.kare11.com
July 4, 2025 at 3:25 AM
O'Shaughnessy was shot and killed walking home from a Fourth of July event in Richfield in 2017.
Don't forget: 4th of July celebrations begin tomorrow in Richfield
July 2, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Don't forget: 4th of July celebrations begin tomorrow in Richfield
Though it is not expected to have the same crowds as the No Kings Protest, there will be another nationwide protest, with one here in Richfield, on July 17
July 1, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Though it is not expected to have the same crowds as the No Kings Protest, there will be another nationwide protest, with one here in Richfield, on July 17
If you live in Senate District 51, the local DFL is hosting their summer BBQ fundraiser at Veterans Park on July 12th
July 1, 2025 at 7:37 PM
If you live in Senate District 51, the local DFL is hosting their summer BBQ fundraiser at Veterans Park on July 12th
Don't forget: the Splash Pad, located outside the Richfield Pool and is free, opens tomorrow
June 30, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Don't forget: the Splash Pad, located outside the Richfield Pool and is free, opens tomorrow
Traffic has been crazy in Richfield this weekend with both 35W closed both directions, and 494 both directions being closed
But they should be open for the morning commute tomorrow
But they should be open for the morning commute tomorrow
June 29, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Traffic has been crazy in Richfield this weekend with both 35W closed both directions, and 494 both directions being closed
But they should be open for the morning commute tomorrow
But they should be open for the morning commute tomorrow
Get ready for another weekend of closures on 494 and 35
Watch for weekend highway closures in the Twin Cities metro June 27-30:
• Eastbound I-94 in St. Paul
• I-494 both directions Edina to Richfield
• I-35W in both directions in Richfield
Know before you go—check 511mn.org to avoid travel delays!
• Eastbound I-94 in St. Paul
• I-494 both directions Edina to Richfield
• I-35W in both directions in Richfield
Know before you go—check 511mn.org to avoid travel delays!
June 27, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Get ready for another weekend of closures on 494 and 35
Jenell Brooks replaces Chief Mike Dobesh, who has been with the Richfield Fire Department for 13 years and been Chief for the last 3 years.
June 21, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Jenell Brooks replaces Chief Mike Dobesh, who has been with the Richfield Fire Department for 13 years and been Chief for the last 3 years.
While Richfield doesn't host a Pride festival, Bloomington's tomorrow is a fun one to go with your family, especially if you don't like the large crowds at Twin Cities Pride in Loring Park next weekend
June 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
While Richfield doesn't host a Pride festival, Bloomington's tomorrow is a fun one to go with your family, especially if you don't like the large crowds at Twin Cities Pride in Loring Park next weekend