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Woodbury News Net

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

City & County

Woodbury City Administrator Retiring In June

Woodbury City Administrator Retiring In June

by Staff Reports
Published November 21, 2024

Woodbury City Administrator Clinton Gridley will retire June 6 after 21 years in the role. In closed session, the council conducted its annual evaluation of Gridley, and in open session last night City...

Cannabis Retailers Limited To Lowest Legal Number

Cannabis Retailers Limited To Lowest Legal Number

by Pat Mack
Published November 21, 2024

Up to seven cannabis retailers will be allowed in Woodbury next year, the lowest number legally possible. State law requires cities to allow one licensed establishment for every 12,500 residents, which...

County officials break ground on an emergency shelter in Stillwater. Photo: Contributed.

Ground Broken For County Emergency Housing In Stillwater

by Staff Reports
Published November 21, 2024

Washington County officials broke ground Nov. 12 on the county’s first permanent, short-term emergency housing shelter for homeless adults. The $12 million Emergency Housing Services Building will be...

Rendering: City of Woodbury

Council Approves Cherry Meadows Subdivision

by Staff Reports
Published November 21, 2024

The Woodbury City Council last night approved the Cherry Meadows subdivision that proposes to add 27 homes along Century Avenue near Kalen Drive in southwest Woodbury. Another subdivision, Cherrywood,...

Local Governments To Hold Truth In Taxation Hearings

Local Governments To Hold Truth In Taxation Hearings

by Staff Reports
Published November 21, 2024

Property owners will receive an estimate of their 2025 property taxes in this week’s mail. The “truth in taxation” notices are based on potential maximum tax levies passed by local units of government...

The I-94 construction project affected ramps like this one at I-494 and Tamarack Road in June.

I-94 Road Construction Could Finish In Two Weeks

by Pat Mack
Published November 14, 2024

The end is in sight. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the I-94 project from Woodbury to the Wisconsin border is in its final stages, and road construction could be completed as soon as...

Former Woodbury Police Commander Remembered Fondly

Former Woodbury Police Commander Remembered Fondly

by Staff Reports
Published November 14, 2024

A long-time Woodbury police officer and commander is being remembered as the best of the best. Jay Alberio of Cottage Grove died Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the age of 66. He joined the Woodbury Police Department...

Map: City of Woodbury.

City To Purchase Shoreline Parcel On La Lake

by Pat Mack
Published November 14, 2024

The Woodbury City Council last week approved spending $1 million to purchase land that will allow public access to La Lake. The 3.2-acre parcel at 6895 Bailey Road in southern Woodbury is next to previously...

A ceremony was held at the Woodbury Veterans Memorial. Photo: Contributed.

Woodbury Observes Veterans Day

by Staff Reports
Published November 14, 2024

Woodbury observed Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with several ceremonies. “As men and women who have worn the uniform, we take pride in our service and share in gratitude for all those with whom we have served,”...

The Woodbury City Council breaks ground for the Water Treatment Plant on Nov. 7. Photo: Contributed.

Groundbreaking Held For Water Treatment Plant

by Staff Reports
Published November 14, 2024

Ground has been broken for the largest infrastructure project in Woodbury’s history. The ceremony for the Water Treatment Plant was held Nov. 7 at the plant site along Hargis Parkway next to East Ridge...

Light rain greets voters on Election Day in Woodbury,

Diverse Stream Of Voters Cast Ballots In Woodbury

by Manali Shah
Published November 7, 2024

The overcast, drizzly day did not deter Woodbury voters. Lake Middle School hosted Precinct 11. Noontime saw voters streaming in. They were welcomed by Amy, an election worker, with a bright smile as she...

Rendering: City of Woodbury

Planning Commission Narrowly Approves Residential Subdivision

by Pat Mack
Published November 7, 2024

The Woodbury Planning Commission voted 4-3 to approve the Cherry Meadows Subdivision at its meeting Monday night. The subdivision would add 27 homes along Century Avenue near Kalen Drive in southwest Woodbury....

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