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Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

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Man Accused Of Bank Robberies Plans Mental Illness Defense

Man Accused Of Bank Robberies Plans Mental Illness Defense

by Pat Mack
Published October 10, 2024

A man accused of robbing two banks in Woodbury and one in Oakdale will undergo an examination to determine if he’s competent to stand trial. Washington County Judge Juanita Freeman ordered the exam yesterday...

County Wins Award For Inclusive Outdoor Program

County Wins Award For Inclusive Outdoor Program

by Manali Shah
Published October 10, 2024

Washington County has won a 2024 Achievement Award for adding diversity to its parks and recreation services. Since 1970 NACo (National Association of Counties) Achievement Awards have recognized outstanding...

Events Roundup: Marching Bands, Fire Trucks, Halloween Activities

Events Roundup: Marching Bands, Fire Trucks, Halloween Activities

Published October 10, 2024

High School Marching Band Showcase Saturday A fall favorite for local marching band fans is the annual South Washington County Schools District Marching Band Showcase featuring all three of the district’s...

Rendering of the Water Treatment Plant. Courtesy: City of Woodbury.

Water Treatment Plant Cost Far Lower Than Expected

by Pat Mack, Editor
Published October 3, 2024

Construction of a water treatment plant in Woodbury will cost about $60 million less than expected. The Woodbury City Council has approved a $149.8 million contract with Market & Johnson, a construction...

Navratri Garba Dance will be held again at M Health Fairview Sports Center.

Navratri Celebration in Woodbury Planned

by Manali Shah, Editor
Published October 3, 2024

On the night of October 18 and 19, Woodbury residents will once again have the chance to dance to the pulsating drums and music of the Dandiya Raas, a traditional dance form in the western India state...

Man Armed With Pellet Gun Receives 92-Month Sentence

Man Armed With Pellet Gun Receives 92-Month Sentence

by Pat Mack, Editor
Published October 3, 2024

A man who was shot by police officers in Woodbury in April received a prison sentence of 92 months, or about seven and a half years, according to court documents. Donald Eugene Roche, 61, of Rockford,...

Candlelight Courthouse Tour, Oktoberfest, Arts Among Upcoming Events

Candlelight Courthouse Tour, Oktoberfest, Arts Among Upcoming Events

by Staff Reports
Published October 3, 2024

You can experience the historic Washington County Courthouse in Stillwater by candlelight on Oct. 10 and 24. Tours will be held at 7 p.m., 7:45 p.m., and 8:30 p.m. The $10 tour shows off areas normally...

Woodbury’s Farmers Market will be located at Red Rock Elementary School on Sundays again this year.

Farmer’s Market Succeeding In New Location

by Manali Shah, Editor
Published September 26, 2024

Most vendors say a new location for the weekly Farmer’s Market in Woodbury hasn’t dampened sales. On a recent sunny Sunday morning, just before 11 am, there was a long line of cars entering the parking...

Woodbury's Public Safety Campus Building.

Events Include Safety Campus Tour, Big Trucks, Energy Use, Arts, Outdoors

by Staff Reports
Published September 26, 2024

Here is a sampling of some upcoming events in the area. They include a tour of the public safety campus, an open house for a major road project, a chance to explore Big Trucks, and arts, entertainment...

City Council Candidates Exchange Views

City Council Candidates Exchange Views

by Manali Shah, Editor
Published September 26, 2024

The Woodbury Cottage Grove League of Women Voters held a question and answer session with candidates for the Woodbury City Council on September 12th. Voters will elect two council members to four-year...

Forum Held for State Candidates Representing Woodbury

Published September 26, 2024

The Democratic and Republican candidates for Woodbury’s two state house districts exchanged views at a recent forum. The Woodbury Cottage Grove Area League of Women Voters sponsored the event on Sept....

School Board Candidates Face Off At Forum

Published September 26, 2024

All six candidates for Independent School District 622, which serves part of Woodbury, participated Monday in a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters Roseville Area. The candidates are Miriam Janechek,...