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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.

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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...

The Blue Earth County Justice Center.

Evidentiary Hearing Set For Teacher Accused Of Seeking Underage Sex Online

by Chuck Nowlen
Published October 1, 2025

A Blue Earth County circuit judge has ordered an evidentiary hearing for Jayme Scott Ralph Strand, a former Woodbury Math & Science Academy coach and physical education teacher accused of soliciting...

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...

Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger

DFL’s Hemmingsen-Jaeger Traces Her Path To State Senate Race

by Manali Shah
Published September 24, 2025

Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger recalls first getting involved in politics way back in eighth grade.  “It started by being a student representative for a referendum that was going for our school,” Hemmingsen-Jaeger...

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Local High Schoolers Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 24, 2025

Twenty Woodbury high school students have been named semifinalists for about $26 million in National Merit Scholarships to be awarded this spring. The students are: From East Ridge High School:...

Dwight Dorau (R) is running for the District 47 senate seat.

Dorau Details Voter-Focused Strategy In State Senate Race

by Theo Franz
Published September 24, 2025

Dwight Dorau is learning the rhythms of a special election. With only weeks between a primary and the November 4 general election, the retired Air Force colonel and current high school instructor is...

Nicole Mitchell testifies at her burglary trial. Photo: Pool via The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead

Mitchell Gets Six Months in Jail, Work Release

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 24, 2025

Former state Sen. Nicole Mitchell, convicted of felony burglary in July, was sentenced Tuesday to six months in jail, to be served with work-release privileges in Ramsey County as long as she qualifies. If...

An unidentified customer leaves after finishing his visit to Green Goods Woodbury early this week.

Woodbury Dispensary Among State’s First Recreational Weed Licensees

by Chuck Nowlen
Published September 23, 2025

Woodbury’s Green Goods dispensary joined 12 other non-tribal Minnesota outlets last week as the first-ever licensed to add adult-use recreational marijuana to their medical inventories. The Woodbury...

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Events: Events: Haunted Houses, Corn Mazes, Costume Swaps and Spooky Story Readings

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 23, 2025

Extreme Weather, Property Insurance and Community Response: An East Metro Listening SessionThursday, September 25, 5–7 p.m., The Grove United Methodist Church, Woodbury, 7465 Steepleview Rd. A listening...

Student With Weapon Reported At East Ridge High School

Student With Weapon Reported At East Ridge High School

by Woodbury News Net Staff
Published September 17, 2025

A student reportedly brought a weapon to Woodbury's East Ridge High School on Wednesday September 17, leading to a temporary hold on entering and exiting the building.  Administrators shared information...

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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...