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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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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 is 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,...

Early Voting Begins

Published September 26, 2024

Early, in-person voting and voting is underway for the 2024 General Election. Voters in Woodbury will decide several key races including city council, state house, Congress, and president. In Woodbury,...

Soccer Teams Compete Off The Field To Fight Hunger

Soccer Teams Compete Off The Field To Fight Hunger

by Staff Reports
Published September 25, 2024

Two high school soccer teams in Woodbury set aside their rivalry to help fight hunger. Athletes from the East Ridge High School team reached out to the Woodbury High team for a joint fundraiser that benefited...

Haskell's Woodbury closed in July.

Haskell’s Shuts Down Woodbury Store

by Pat Mack, Editor
Published September 19, 2024

Haskell’s has closed its only wine and liquor store in Woodbury. “We are closed,” a sign taped on the front door states. “Thank you for your patronage!” The store employed a total of 12 full-timers...

Ouch!  Firefighter Nathan Beitler tries to catch the ball during a vintage baseball game Sunday in Woodbury. The game was played according to 1869 rules so no gloves were allowed.

Take Me Out To the Old (Very Old) Ball Game!

by Woodbury Heritage Society
Published September 19, 2024

Whether you are a history buff or a baseball fan there was ample action on Sunday at the Lake Middle School in Woodbury. A vintage baseball game sponsored by the Woodbury Heritage Society featured...