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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.

City & County

Jeffrey Dahl has begun his work as Woodbury's city administrator.

New City Administrator Grateful To Serve Hometown

by Manali Shah
Published August 24, 2025

Woodbury’s new City Administrator, Jeffery Dahl, is already comfortable in his new job. Woodbury is home for Dahl and his previous internship with the city makes City Hall familiar territory. Dahl...

Viktor is the new K9 on the Woodbury police force. Photo: Contributed.

New K9 Puppy For Woodbury Police

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published August 22, 2025

The Woodbury Police K9 fund recently gifted the city with a German Shepherd puppy who is to be trained in patrol skills as well as firearms detection. Like many other law enforcement canines, the puppy...

The Washington County Central Service and License Center, located at 1261 Woodlane Dr., will open Monday August 25.

Shift To New Building Displacing Some County Services Friday

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 20, 2025

The Central Service and License Center at 1261 Woodlane Dr. opens Monday, Aug. 25, in Woodbury, at 8:30 a.m. That means the Washington County services now offered at the Woodbury Service Center, 2150 Radio...

Alma Flor Ada. is planning to open this child care center in Woodbury. Rendering: Contributed.

Child Care Center Planning Bigger Building

by Pat Mack
Published August 19, 2025

The Woodbury Planning Commission has approved a permit and site plan for Alma Flor Ada. The Spanish immersion center, which has a waiting list, plans to expand its capacity from 105 children to 220 in...

Impacts on Tamarack Road. Graphic: City of Woodbury

New Traffic Impacts On Radio Drive, Tamarack Road

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 17, 2025

Road construction is bringing fresh traffic impacts to Radio Drive and Tamarack Drive in Woodbury this week. Tamarack Road The entrance and exit ramps at I-494 and Tamarack Road will be closed every...

Storms Likely Cause Of Two House Fires In Woodbury

Storms Likely Cause Of Two House Fires In Woodbury

by Pat Mack
Published August 15, 2025

Severe thunderstorms that rolled through Woodbury today are believed to be the cause of two house fires. No one was injured but both homes sustained significant damage. The Woodbury Fire Department...

K9 Jake Remembered As A Great Family Member

K9 Jake Remembered As A Great Family Member

by Pat Mack
Published August 15, 2025

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office has announced that K9 Jake died peacefully yesterday after struggling with medical issues. Jake retired recently after being diagnosed with bone cancer. “Jake...

Photo: Contributed

Woodbury’s Topgolf Could Open In Late October

by Pat Mack
Published August 14, 2025

Topgolf in Woodbury could open as soon as late October near the intersection of I-94 and I-494.  “We’re shooting for the end of October,” Jordan Campbell, director of operations for the Woodbury...

Rendering: City of Woodbury

Signature City Building, Central Park, Reopens Oct. 1

by Pat Mack
Published August 13, 2025

A focal point in Woodbury will reopen to the public Oct. 1. Central Park is undergoing a major renovation, including a replacement of its popular Lookout Ridge Indoor Playground and the addition of needed...

The Washington County Board of Commissioners is setting its budget and tax levy for 2026. Photo: Meeting video

County Board Reviewing Proposed Tax Levy Increase Of 6.9 Percent

by Kathy Saltzman
Published August 13, 2025

The Washington County Board of Commissioners is reviewing a proposed budget from department heads that would increase the tax levy 6.9 percent, impacting Woodbury residents. Commissioners have begun...

Courtesy: Washington County

Manning Avenue Project Begins In Lake Elmo

by Pat Mack
Published August 11, 2025

A key road just north of Woodbury is under construction. Beginning today, Monday, August 11, the southbound lane of Manning Avenue in Lake Elmo is closed from County Highway 10 to 40th Street. This...

Curbside, Drop-Off Options For Mattresses Available

Curbside, Drop-Off Options For Mattresses Available

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published August 9, 2025

Old mattresses are one of the most difficult things to get rid of, but Washington County is offering an end-of-summer clearance event for the bulky items. Two opportunities are available for residents...