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Woodbury News Net

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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Radio Drive in the heart of Woodbury is scheduled to reopen, while Valley Creek Road at the same intersection is expected to close Monday.

Radio Drive Reopens, Valley Creek Road Closes

by Pat Mack
Published May 12, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Good news: One major road in Woodbury is reopened. Bad news: Another one is closed.  Radio Drive at the intersection of Valley Creek Road opened back up to traffic Friday night...

The house is in a secluded area near Afton Road and Tower Drive.

‘Terrifying Fire’ Near Woodbury City Hall

by Pat Mack
Published May 10, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - A witness described it as “an absolutely terrifying fire” last night near Afton Road and Tower Drive near Woodbury City Hall. A video posted on Facebook shows a house engulfed...

Wagon loads of fresh plants arrive from the greenhouses multiple times daily pulled by the trusty farm tractor.

Flowers Behind Fences: Unusual Plant Sale Blooms Near Woodbury

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published May 9, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Woodbury’s most unusual flower and plant sale is taking place this month on the grounds of the Ramsey County Correctional Facility.  The facility at Century Avenue and Valley...

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What To Do With Unsold Garage Sale Treasures

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published May 8, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - You - and all of us at WNN - hope your garage sale is successful and that you sell all of the stuff you found in the nooks and crannies of your house. However, we know that things...

Woodbury High graduate Thomas Moesenthin helped the UW-Eau Claire Men's Rugby Team win a national championship.

Woodbury High Grad Helps College Rugby Team Capture National Championship

by Kathy Saltzman
Published May 7, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - A former Woodbury High School athlete is now a national champion— but not in the sport many might expect. Thomas Moesenthin, a 2022 Woodbury High School graduate, was a standout...

Kayaking is part of Woodbury's Adaptive Recreation Program. Photo: Woodbury Parks and Recreation

Kayaking, Music Therapy Part Of Adaptive Recreation Program

by Manali Shah
Published May 7, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - In the dozen years since the The East Metro Miracle League baseball program was established by the City of Woodbury’s Parks and Recreation Department, the city has added additional...

The PGA TOUR Superstore is planning to open next month in Woodbury.

Golf Superstore Opening June 14 In Woodbury

by Pat Mack
Published May 6, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - A PGA TOUR Superstore is planning to open June 14 at 1555 Queens Drive in the retail area near Valley Creek Road and Bielenberg Drive. "This is a booming golf market. With 95 golf...

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Thousands Expected For Lions Garage Sale This Weekend In Woodbury

by Kathy Saltzman
Published May 6, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Get ready! Starting bright and early Thursday morning, thousands of garage sale shoppers will descend on Woodbury for one of the biggest community events of the year—the 48th Annual...

County: State Budget Proposals Would Raise Taxes

County: State Budget Proposals Would Raise Taxes

by Pat Mack
Published May 5, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The Washington County Board of Commissioners has “serious concerns” about some state budget proposals that could cost the county $3 million and lead to a 3-5 percent increase...

The fire occurred at this home in the 9000 block of Pinehurst Road.

Musician Jill Sobule Dies In Woodbury Fire

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published May 1, 2025

WOODURY, MN (WNN) - Jill Sobule, singer of 1995 hit tracks “I Kissed a Girl” and “Supermodel," was identified by her publicist as the victim of a house fire in Woodbury. The 66-year-old Denver-born...

Resource managers Tom Kohm and Ella Stone keep an eye on a controlled burn at Bailey’s Arbor Park Tuesday.

Prescribed Burns Improve Natural Areas While Protecting Water Quality

by Doug Schultz
Published April 30, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Tom Kohm aimed his torch at a patch of dried prairie and within seconds flames leapt five feet in the air and began rolling up the hillside toward the walking path along Hawthorn Trail...

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East Ridge Junior Places Third in State Storytelling Contest

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published April 30, 2025

  Sophia Soo, an East Ridge High School junior, won third place in the Minnesota State High School League Speech Tournament. Soo competed in storytelling, one of the interpretive events in speech...