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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.

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Shakespeare’s Hamlet In The Park Friday

Shakespeare’s Hamlet In The Park Friday

by Roundabout Staff
Published July 15, 2025

Join Washington County Parks on Friday, July 18, for a production of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” performed by the Starling Shakespeare Company.  Hosted outside the Lake Elmo Park Reserve Nordic Center,...

Word Scramble 30: Cabaret

Word Scramble 30: Cabaret

by Pat Mack
Published July 15, 2025

Described by some as the best production at the Guthrie Theater in years, Cabaret is the theme for this week’s word scramble.  Words FIFCL CMEEE NILBER IRETWR DREAMIR Bonus Words ...

"Sinners" is available on HBO Max. Photo: Warner Bros.

The 10 Best Movies Of 2025 So Far

by Hunter Friesen
Published July 15, 2025

Most years, I begin this list by commenting on how fast time flies when you're not paying attention to it. But this year has been anything but normal. Through a combination of several political, social,...

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...

Feast Buffet & Banquet has since passed its projected  opening, but is expected to welcome guests three to four weeks from now.

Feast Expects To Open Within Weeks

by Theo Franz
Published July 8, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - What was supposed to be a spring debut for a high-end, buffet-style restaurant is now tracking toward a midsummer opening. Feast Buffet and Banquet, which will occupy the former...

A performance by Afoutayi Haitian Dance, Music and Arts

Events: Haitian Arts, LGBTQ Conversation, Moana 2, Birding, Live Music

Published July 8, 2025

Afoutayi Haitian Dance, Music, and Arts, Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., July 9, Oakdale Library. This interactive performance is a presentation on Haitian cultural heritage through dance, drums, singing,...

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I Scream, You Scream: ICE CREAM! (Scoops Near You)

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 8, 2025

Editor's Note: This is the first of a two-part series. Click here for part two about ice cream options near Woodbury. WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Of course we scream for ice cream, especially in the summer....

"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...

"Glensheen" is back on the stage of the History Theater in St, Paul. Photo: Contributed.

“Glensheen” A Moving Musical About Infamous Minnesota Murders

by Pat Mack
Published July 7, 2025

When you create a musical about infamous Minnesota murders, you would naturally temper your expectations. But for the History Theatre, “Glensheen,” the musical, has defied those expectations and become...

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Word Scramble 29: Ice Cream 

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 7, 2025

Unscramble the letters to form sweet answers. Words  SSOEIPPLC  NSCOE  MINSUOP  STAFOL  NDSEA  Bonus Words  LMTA  AMODELA  Scroll down for hints!            Hints  ...

Healing Hooves: Group Celebrates 25 Years of Equine-Assisted Services

Healing Hooves: Group Celebrates 25 Years of Equine-Assisted Services

by Manali Shah
Published July 2, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Surrounded by open sky and gently rolling hills, just a few miles from Woodbury, River Valley Riders (RVR) has offered equine-assisted services to people with special needs for...

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Events: Fourth of July Fests, Parades, Fireworks, Live Music

by WNN Staff
Published July 1, 2025

Musician John Kerns, Wednesday, July 2, at 5:30 p.m., at Wild Bill’s Sports Saloon, 546 Commons Dr., Woodbury. Songwriter, vocalist, and self-described “professional blue collar” musician John Kerns...