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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.

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Woodbury Days: Weinermobile, Other Highlights, Plus Tips On Getting There

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 19, 2025

The community’s three-day, family-friendly festival, Woodbury Days, begins Friday at Ojibway Park. The celebration is filled with events from classic carnival attractions to live music to the grand parade....

The Minnesota State Fair runs through Labor Day.

Wanted: State Fair Winners From Woodbury

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published August 18, 2025

The Minnesota State Fair archives include the names of many Woodbury residents who have won competitions at the annual celebration over the years.  While The Roundabout staff is delighted to share...

The Angels of Hope Memorial at City Hall was one of the stops on a recent tour by the Woodbury Heritage Society.

Events: Woodbury Days, Angels of Hope, Dog Show, String Quarter, Hmong Festival

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 18, 2025

Tech for Teens: Ask an Astronaut, Wednesday, August 20, 10 a.m. to noon, PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Boulevard, Bloomington. Live Q&A session with an astronaut from the Expedition 73 crew currently...

Riz Ahmed stars in "Relay." Photo: Bleecker Street.

Review: Riz Ahmed Boldly Leads Taut Thriller ‘Relay’

by Hunter Friesen
Published August 18, 2025

Except for its horrendous opening scene conversation between whistleblower Matthew Maher and CEO Victor Garber (going uncredited for his brief cameo), “Relay” consistently punches way above its weight...

Word Scramble 35: Woodbury Days

Word Scramble 35: Woodbury Days

by Pat Mack
Published August 18, 2025

Word Scramble 35: Woodbury Days Ojibway Park will bustle with excitement this weekend for the annual community festival, Woodbury Days. In its honor, we offer this week’s word scrambler.   Words ...

Fireworks are one of the highlights of Woodbury Days.

Woodbury Days Plans Party In Ojibway Park

by Manali Shah
Published August 12, 2025

Woodbury’s annual fun fest and family extravaganza, Woodbury Days, takes place Aug. 22-24 this year. In its 46th year, Woodbury Days continues to offer exciting new events to attract a greater turnout.  For...

Tamarack Nature Preserve. Photo: Contributed.

Family Fun Nights, Concerts, Festivals, School Kickoffs, Volunteer Opportunities

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 12, 2025

Trail TLC, Help Remove Burdock, Tuesday, August 12, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tamarack Nature Preserve, meeting at the intersection of Shannon Drive and Tamberwood Trail. Join stewards to learn how to identify...

Damson Idris and Brad Pitt in “F1: The Movie.” Photo: Apple Original Films

Review: ‘F1: The Movie’ Throttles Itself Back

by Hunter Friesen
Published August 11, 2025

Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) is the kind of driver they don’t make anymore. He races on instinct and adrenaline, pushing aside the fancy gadgets and gizmos. He doesn’t care about fame or money; just the...

Cucumbers on display at the Lake Elmo Farmers Market. Photo: Contributed.

Word Scramble 34: Produce

by Pat Mack
Published August 11, 2025

Fresh summer produce is peaking at local farmers markets, so we thought we would scramble some words related to the treasures found at these seasonal sales. Words GEGS ATEMS OENYH EHECES ...

Produce abounds at farmers markets like this one in Lake Elmo. Photo: Contributed.

Farmers Markets, Growers Boast Fresh Produce

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published August 9, 2025

Sweet corn and fresh tomatoes are the rewards Minnesotans earn for surviving February. While some of us can eat from our gardens, and Woodbury certainly doesn’t lack for grocery stores with produce departments,...

Starlight Cinema will show "Minecraft" at Ojibway Park in Woodbury Thursday. Photo: Contributed.

Events: Family Fun, Chess, Irish Dancers, Live Music, Minecraft

Published August 5, 2025

Skoolie Family Fun Night, Wednesday, August 6, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Royal Oaks Elementary, 7335 Steepleview Rd, Woodbury. Books, games, crafts, and dinner. Immunizations available from Washington County...

Liam Neeson in "The Naked Gun." Photo: Paramount Pictures

Review: ‘The Naked Gun’ Smartly Executes Dumb Jokes

by Hunter Friesen
Published August 4, 2025

Suspenseful music plays over the opening studio logos. We emerge from the black void to see criminals running amok in a bank. They've taken hostages, freezing the police in their tracks. This has now become...