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Prescott Places Officer On Leave, Temp Agency Drops Substitute

Prescott Places Officer On Leave, Temp Agency Drops Substitute

by Pat Mack
Published October 17, 2024

The substitute teacher accused of reenacting the George Floyd police restraint at Woodbury High School has been placed on administrative leave by the City of Prescott and dropped by the temp agency Teachers...

Aja Majkrzak plays violin at a recent East Metro Symphony Orchestra concert. The orchestra’s next concert is Sunday in Woodbury. (Contributed photo)

East Metro Concertmaster Began Playing Music Early

by Lyndsay Zadnik
Published October 17, 2024

Music isn’t just what Aja Majkrzak does for a living, it’s in her blood. Her parents met playing in a band in college, her grandparents met at voice lessons, and if that weren’t proof enough,...

Substitute Teacher Banned After Allegedly Reenacting George Floyd Restraint At Woodbury High

Substitute Teacher Banned After Allegedly Reenacting George Floyd Restraint At Woodbury High

by Pat Mack
Published October 15, 2024

On Monday, a substitute English teacher at Woodbury High School allegedly placed a student on the ground during class to reenact the police restraint used in the murder of George Floyd. It was just one...

Woodbury Death Under Investigation

Woodbury Death Under Investigation

by Staff Reports
Published October 14, 2024

Oct. 14, 2024 | Update: Woodbury police have released the name of the woman who died: Samia Amare Al Ahad, 29, of Woodbury, MN. In an emailed statement, Police Commander Tom Ehrenberg stated: "Woodbury...

Some of WNN's earliest supporters.

Woodbury News Net To Benefit From McKnight Foundation Grant To Local Nonprofit Newsrooms

by Staff Reports
Published October 10, 2024

Woodbury News Net (WNN) is excited to be one of three nonprofit newsrooms to benefit from a $200,000 grant from the McKnight Foundation. The two-year grant will support WNN, Eden Prairie Local News, and...

Woodbury's Public Safety Campus Building.

Six Things To Know About Public Safety Campus Ballot Question

by Pat Mack
Published October 10, 2024

Voters in Woodbury are being asked to approve a 0.5 percent sales tax increase to help pay for a Public Safety Campus Project on this fall’s general election ballot. The project will expand and renovate...

Council OKs East Ridge High School Expansion

Council OKs East Ridge High School Expansion

by Pat Mack
Published October 10, 2024

The Woodbury City Council last night approved a building plan for two additions to East Ridge High School. But first council members added a requirement that the South Washington County ISD 833 pay for...

Schweisguth Named Executive Director Of SWCTC

Schweisguth Named Executive Director Of SWCTC

by Lyndsay Zadnik
Published October 10, 2024

Ann Schweisguth calls it a dream come true. Schweisguth, a Washington County native, is the newly appointed executive director of the South Washington County Telecommunications Commission. SWCTC is...

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...