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The fire was reported Thursday morning.

Fire Engulfs Garage, Part of House In Woodbury

by Pat Mack
Published May 23, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - A fire that appears to have started inside a garage engulfed that structure as well as a part of the attached house yesterday in Woodbury. In a statement, the Woodbury Public Safety...

The South Washington County School Board approved an updated equity and inclusion policy at its meeting.

District Approves Updated Equity And Inclusion Policy

by Pat Mack
Published May 22, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The South Washington County School Board tonight approved an updated equity and inclusion policy. Two board members spoke against the policy but it was approved by a majority of the...

The equity policy was discussed at a South Washington County Schools workshop May 8. Photo: Meeting video

Board Member Critical Of District’s Updated Equity Policy

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published May 21, 2025

Editor’s Note: This story was updated to clarify that board member Eric Tessmer’s statement regarded an earlier board vote on a separate equity plan. WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The South Washington County...

Local Teen Honored With Autism Advocacy Award

Local Teen Honored With Autism Advocacy Award

by Kathy Saltzman
Published May 21, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Joe Yapp, a local high school student and Eagle Scout candidate, has been named a 2025 Lovis Hero Award recipient by the Lovis Foundation for his exceptional efforts in autism advocacy...

Rendering: ESG Architecture & Design

Affordable Housing Project Planned For Woodbury

by Pat Mack
Published May 20, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - A $92 million, 237-unit affordable housing project has been announced for Woodbury. Broadway Street Development of St. Paul plans to begin construction early this summer on...

County Media Company Adopts New Name

County Media Company Adopts New Name

by Manali Shah
Published May 20, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The name - South Washington County Telecommunications Commission - is a mouthful. So it’s time for a change. SWCTC will now be known as TrueLens Community Media.  “For years,...

Woodbury author Ann Schreiber signs one of her books at a recent appearance. Her first novel, "Emily's Next Chapter," is being released this week. Photo: Contributed.

Woodbury Author’s Next Chapter: Her First Novel

by Pat Mack
Published May 19, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Woodbury author Ann Schreiber’s novel, “Emily’s Next Chapter,” releases tomorrow, and it’s a new chapter for her as well. It’s her first novel.  “I’ve been writing...

Suspect Fleeing Police Drives Through Woodbury Soccer Fields

Suspect Fleeing Police Drives Through Woodbury Soccer Fields

by Pat Mack
Published May 17, 2025

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to state the man was arrested in St. Paul, information provided in the criminal complaint. WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - A man wanted on felony charges led police in...

Woodbury police commander Tom Ehrenberg waves from atop the restaurant for today's Cop on a Roof.

Cops Get High On Donuts For A Good Cause

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published May 16, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Patrol Commander Tom Ehrenberg and other members of Woodbury’s police department climbed on the roof of Dunkin Donuts to support Special Olympics. Today’s Cop on a Roof event was...

Detectives are asking the public for any information about this rug.

Rug Found At Fire Scene May Be Important Clue

by Pat Mack
Published May 14, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - The Woodbury Public Safety Department is asking the public for information about a rug found at the abandoned house that burned Friday near the intersection of Afton Road and Tower...

Woodbury Names Five Finalists For City Administrator Job

Woodbury Names Five Finalists For City Administrator Job

by Pat Mack
Published May 13, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Four municipal managers from Minnesota and one from Ohio have been named as finalists for the city administrator job in Woodbury. In a news release, the city says the candidates...

Sukhwinder Pal is the owner of Thanh Truc - Green Bamboo in Woodbury.

Woodbury Adds Asian Restaurants To A Full Plate

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published May 13, 2025

You can eat your way across Asia without leaving the 36 square miles of Woodbury. Restaurants offer specialties from China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, and Laos with even more on the way.  Sukhwinder...