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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.

City & County

A ground-floor view of the new Lookout Ridge Indoor Playground. Photo courtesy of Woodbury Department of Parks and Recreation

Central Park Indoor Playground Now Open After Delay

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published October 8, 2025

City officials announced Monday that the $42.3 million Central Park project’s marquee Lookout Ridge Indoor Playground is now open after a six-day pause. Officials had hoped that Central Park would...

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Road-Closure Update: No New Detours

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published October 8, 2025

For the first time in months the city is not announcing any new road closures due to construction or repair. Even better, some routes have reopened. MNDoT has removed the barriers at the intersection...

Parks and Recreation Director Michelle Okada began the 'sneak peek' tour with  Central Park's new lower-floor green space and wandering path.

‘Sneak Peek’ Tour Heralds Central Park Soft Opening

by Chuck Nowlen
Published October 1, 2025

Woodbury’s $42.3 million Central Park project still bore signs of home-stretch construction during a “sneak peek” tour Tuesday afternoon, but there were more than enough finished features to dazzle. The...

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Military Road Closure and Valley Creek Update in Woodbury

by Roundabout Staff
Published October 1, 2025

If it's not winter, then it's still road repair season. Military Road is closed between Woodlane Dr and Radio Drive. The week-long closure to replace a storm sewer culvert began September 29. September...

Feast Buffet & Banquet has since passed its required inspections and is now operating under a "soft open".

Feast Buffet & Banquet Makes Woodbury Debut Sept. 23 With Soft Opening

by Theo Franz
Published September 23, 2025

Feast Buffet & Banquet will open its doors to the public Tuesday, Sept. 23, beginning with a soft opening designed to ease the restaurant into full service. “During this soft opening phase, we...

This site on Hudson Road will be purchased by Washington County for the new yard-waste drop-off facility (Submitted photo)

Washington County to Open New Yard-Waste Site Near Woodbury

by Kathy Saltzman
Published September 17, 2025

Washington County is taking a major step to improve yard-waste disposal services with the planned opening of a new drop-off site just east of Woodbury.  Located at the former Century College Transportation...

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Interlachen Parkway, Valley Creek Road Lanes Set to Reopen

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 17, 2025

Hard-working crews are making progress and have begun re-opening some roads and trails. All eastbound lanes on Tamarack Road are now open, as are the trails from the west and south side of the City...

A previous One Woodbury crowd takes in a performance of Garba, a traditional dance originating at special occasions and festivals in the western part of India.

2025 One Woodbury Goals: ‘Better Understanding And A Sense Of Belonging’

by Roundabout Staff
Published September 16, 2025

(Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story reported the wrong date for this year's One Woodbury celebration and the wrong spelling of city Community Relations Manager Shelly Schafer's last name....

Destination: Woodbury Unveils First Visitor Guide

Destination: Woodbury Unveils First Visitor Guide

by Manali Shah
Published September 16, 2025

Destination: Woodbury, the city’s official destination marketing organization, recently published its first Woodbury Visitor Guide. “Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time resident,...

The existing Public Works South Shop at 4039 Cottage Grove Drive.

Design Contract OK’d For New Woodbury Public Works Garage

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 3, 2025

The Washington County Board approved a $1.8 million contract last week to provide architectural design and engineering services for a new Public Works South Shop in Woodbury.  The new facility is planned...

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County Grants Available To Help Beat The Opioid Crisis

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 3, 2025

Washington County residents and organizations can compete for funding to mitigate the opioid crisis. On-line applications and accompanying video statements for the grants are due to the county by October...

Woodbury American Legion Post 501 members Bob Wuggazer, left, and Tim Crear work at a recent Poppy Day stand. (Photo courtesy of Post 501 Commander Bob Dolan)

Twice-Yearly “Poppy Days” For Vets Coming Sept. 12-14

by Chuck Nowlen
Published September 2, 2025

Six Woodbury and Oakdale grocery, wine and hypermarket spots will be aglow with bright-red poppy pins this weekend as local veterans groups mark their semiannual commemoration of U.S. soldiers. Local...