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Night To Unite Tuesday In Woodbury

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 29, 2025

Tuesday August 5 offers Woodbury residents a chance to get to know their neighbors better during the annual Night to Unite.  The idea is that neighborhoods are safer and function better when folks...

Federal Funding For Local Schools Expected To Be Released

Federal Funding For Local Schools Expected To Be Released

by Pat Mack
Published July 28, 2025

Over $1 million in federal funding for three area school districts suspended earlier this month is now expected to be released.  The Trump administration said the funding was being reviewed to ensure...

Then Sen. Nicole Mitchell surrounded by her attorneys during her criminal trial in Becker County. Photo: Pool via The Minnesota Star Tribune.

Sen. Nicole Mitchell Resigns Senate Seat

by Pat Mack
Published July 25, 2025

Sen. Nicole Mitchell, DFL-Woodbury, announced on social media today that she has resigned her Senate seat. She expressed her gratitude to family, friends, and constituents “who shared with me the...

DFL Rep. Ethan Cha

State. Rep. Ethan Cha Joins Race For Senate Seat In Woodbury

by Beth-Ann Bloom, Pat Mack
Published July 24, 2025

DFL State Rep. Ethan Cha has announced he’s seeking the Senate seat that is expected to open after Sen. Nicole Mitchell resigns. He represents Woodbury in House District 47B. He says he’s proud...

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County Seeking Input For Climate Action Plan

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 23, 2025

Washington County wants the public’s input to develop a Climate Action Plan that will define its role in climate action, outline steps to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, and detail strategies to...

K9 Jake Retires After Nearly A Decade of Service In Washington County

K9 Jake Retires After Nearly A Decade of Service In Washington County

by Theo Franz
Published July 23, 2025

K9 Jake, a Belgian Malinois who served in the Washington County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit since 2016, has retired. The Washington County Board of Commissioners has approved the transfer of ownership to...

Woodbury Ghosthunters Investigate Warden’s House

by Pat Mack
Published July 22, 2025

The Warden’s House Museum in Stillwater is believed to be one of the most haunted sites in Minnesota. That was a powerful lure for two paranormal investigators from Woodbury who were part of a team...

The Washington County Fair begins July 30 just north of Woodbury. Photo: Contributed.

Washington County Fair Kicks Off Next Week

by Pat Mack
Published July 22, 2025

The Washington County Fair, boasting that it’s provided a legacy of fun since 1871, opens next Wednesday, July 30, and runs through the weekend. It features the usual fare of livestock, rides, 4-H kids,...

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Great Summer Reads For Teens

Published July 22, 2025

Editor's Note: We asked for some summer reading suggestions from Washington County librarians, and they did not disappoint. This week we have some great reads for teens. Click here for last week's recommendations...

Woodbury and Maplewood State Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger has announced her bid for the Minnesota State Senate District 47 seat in an upcoming special election.

Race For Sen. Nicole Mitchell’s State Senate Seat Begins

by Manali Shah
Published July 21, 2025

UPDATE | July 24 | State Rep. Ethan Cha has also announced he's running for the Senate seat. Within hours of Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell (DFL -Woodbury) announcing that she will be resigning...

Sen. Nicole Mitchell testifies on her own behalf at her criminal trial in Becker County. Photo: Pool via The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead.

Sen. Nicole Mitchell To Resign By Aug. 4

by Pat Mack
Published July 21, 2025

Sen. Nicole Mitchell, DFL-Woodbury, will resign her state Senate seat by 5 p.m. on Aug. 4, according to a statement from her attorneys. A Becker County jury found Mitchell guilty of a felony burglary...

Events: Painting, Live Music, Theater, Fashion Show

Events: Painting, Live Music, Theater, Fashion Show

by Roundabout Staff
Published July 21, 2025

Intro to Painting for Teens, Wednesday, July 23, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., RH Stafford Library, Woodbury. COMPAS teaching artist Andrew Young will be leading this introduction to painting class. We will explore...