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Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

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Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

Woodbury News Net

Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

Woodbury News Net

Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.
The play area at the Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Photo: Washington County
Lake Elmo Park Reserve Playground Reopens
by Roundabout Staff
Published July 11, 2025

An accessible playground with a nature and animal theme has opened at the Lake Elmo Park Reserve.  “The goals of the reimagined play area included improved accessibility, providing varied play experiences for multiple age groups, leaning into the natural topography,” a news release from Washington County states. The custom playground is aimed at a variety of ages and abilities and expanded the play area, using a poured-in-place rubber surfacing. Equipment is accessible to all children including those with physical or sensory disabilities. The park area includes structures to provide shade, additional bike parking, and more seating. The project has improved the connection between the play area and swim area as well. The previous...

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A grill was the cause of this fire last September in Woodbury.
Safety Steps To Limit Danger Of Garage Fires
by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 9, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Several recent fires in Woodbury appear to have started in the garage. While the causes are still under investigation, there are ways to minimize the risk to you and your home. One...


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Photo: Roundabout Reader
Ask The Roundabout: What’s The Deal With This Pile Of Soil?
by Manali Shah
Published July 8, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Reader L.M. asked: “Might someone from the Roundabout know what will eventually be done to the mound of soil piled up just south of East Ridge High School?” The mound of soil...


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Donate Gently Used School Supplies
by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published June 16, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The end of the school year often includes an excess of leftover supplies. Washington County is working to keep these items out of the landfill and into the re-use stream. The Washington...


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S&F Corporation plans to add pickleball courts at 390 Commerce Drive in Woodbury.
Eight-Court Indoor Pickleball Facility Planned
by Pat Mack
Published July 1, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The Woodbury Planning Commission last night approved a building permit for an eight-court indoor pickleball facility. The courts will be installed in a building at 390 Commerce Drive...


"Superman," directed by James Gunn, s stars David Corenswet as the Man of Steel. Photo: Warner Bros.
Review: James Gunn’s Superman Reignites Hope, But Spreads Itself Too Thin
by Hunter Friesen
Published July 8, 2025

Art never exists within a vacuum, and that extends to Hollywood blockbusters. The commercial success of a gravely dark Batman movie, “The Dark Knight,” gave DC Comics the confidence to hand the keys...