Labor Day: What's Open, What's Closed

A list of some Oakdale establishments' special hours or closures for the holiday.

Paul Reinke, Candidate for Oakdale City Council

Paul Reinke is running for another term as a city councilman.

Council Renews Program that Keeps Deer Population Under Control

The Oakdale City Council renewed an agreement with MBRB, a group that has been working with the city on deer population control.

Athletic Teams Must Pay New Fees to Play Tournaments in City Parks

The Oakdale City Council approved the Athletic Tournament Policy and Fees on Tuesday.

Oakdale Liquor Store Employee Caught Selling Liquor to Underage Customer

The Oakdale City Council approved a request to enforce a city ordinance after an Oakdale liquor store failed its compliance check for the second time.

On the Agenda: City Council Meeting of Aug. 28

The city council meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall tonight.

Rich Bennett, Candidate for School District 622 Board

Rich Bennett is running for the board on School District 622.

Becky Neve, Candidate for School District 622 Board

Becky Neve is running for the school board in District 622.

Theresa Auge`, Candidate for School District 622 Board

Theresa Auge` will be seeking another term as a board member in the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District.

Oakdale Disc Golf Course Issue Comes to a Halt

The Oakdale Parks and Recreation Commission tabled the discussion on providing a disc golf course in the city due to land issues.

New Business Holds Groundbreaking Event at Old Golf, Tennis Site

City Council members attended a groundbreaking event for a new business building its company headquarters in Oakdale.

Chuck Wiger, Candidate for Minnesota Senate District 43

Chuck Wiger is seeking another term as a state senator and is running for the District 43 seat.

Ted Bearth, Candidate for Washington County Board

Ted Bearth is running for the District 2 seat of the Washington County Board of Commissioners.

Bill Pulkrabek, Candidate for Washington County Board

Bill Pulkrabek will be seeking another term as the Washington County commissioner for District 2.

PHOTOS: Best Looking Properties Receive 2012 Acorn Awards

A photo gallery of the 2012 Acorn Award winning properties.

City Will Bond for Lakeview Terrace Condo Improvements

The Oakdale City Council established the Lakeview Terrace Condominiums as a Housing Improvement Area Monday night.

Oakdale Receives More than $100K for City-Wide Program

The Washington County Board approved the grant at its Aug. 14 meeting.

Bearth, Pulkrabek Advance in Primary for County Board

The race for the Washington County District 2 seat is between Bill Pulkrabek and Ted Bearth, as of 12:30 a.m. Aug. 15. Both will move on to the general election on Nov. 6.

Updated: City Council, School Board Candidates Finalized

Filing for city council and school board seats closed at 5 p.m. Tuesday.

City Approves Final Phase of Ballpark Improvements

The Oakdale City Council approved the final bid for improvements on one of its baseball fields.

PRIMARY ELECTION: Polling Locations, Candidates, Ballots

The primary on Tuesday, Aug. 14 will decide the final two candidates for the Washington County Commissioner District 2 seat.

What's On the City Council Agenda Monday

The Oakdale City Council meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall Monday, Aug. 13.

One Day at a Time for Oakdale Library

Washington Count is looking at restoring hours at least one day a week at the Oakdale library and others.

Meet the Candidates for Washington County Commissioner District 2

Three candidates will appear on the Aug. 14 primary ballot for the Washington County District 2 seat.

Oakdale Resident Asks Questions, Bachmann Answers

Rep. Michele Bachmann will answer constituents' questions through her new video series: "Michele's Corner."

They're the Best Looking In Town

Oakdale recognizes the best looking properties in town through the Acorn Awards program. Seven properties will receive the 2012 Acorn Awards.

Does Money Influence Politics? Citizen Group Hosts Panel Discussion

A panel discussion will take place on Wednesday at Guardian Angels Church in Oakdale.

Two File for City Council So Far

Filing for city council seats opened on July 31 and last until Aug. 14.

Filing for City, School District Offices Begins Today

Filing for city or school district offices runs from July 31 to Aug. 14.

New Laws Effective Aug. 1: Gas Drive-Offs, Genital Mutilation, Firearm Silencers

The Minnesota House of Representatives Public Information Services provides a rundown of new Minnesota state laws that will go into effect on Aug. 1.

County Officials Investigate 'Never Before Seen' Road Problem on 10th Street

Washington County's road pavement project on 10th Street went awry. Now officials are investigating a solution.

PREVIEW: City Council To Review Park Tool Site Plan

The city council meets for its workshop at 5 p.m. followed by its regular meeting at 7 p.m. Both meetings are open to the public.

10th Street Pavement Project Wraps Up This Week

Washington County is wrapping up a pavement overlay project on 10th Street as part of its 2010 Pavement Resurfacing Projects.

Oakdale Mayor: Where We've Been, Where We're Going

Mayor Carmen Sarrack updated the Oakdale Business and Professional Association on the city's progress over the years, highlighting current and future city endeavors.

City Approves Purchase Agreement with Bike Tool Company

The city approved the purchase agreement with the Mahtomedia-based bicycle tool manufacturer Park Tool Tuesday night.

Oakdale City Council Takes Another Step Toward Tartan Crossing Development

The City Council approved a resolution that will allow for the construction of a new traffic signal, which is part of Tartan Crossing redevelopment.

Garrison Keillor to Headline Local DFL Unity Picnic

The event is set for July 16 at Tartan Park in Lake Elmo.

Construction on Oakdale's New Veterans Memorial Begins Next Week

Construction should be complete by Veterans Day.

Tartan Crossing Dedication Kicks Off Redevelopment

Redevelopment of the recently dedicated Tartan Crossing project will begin July 9.

City Council Approves New Caribou Coffee Site

Some local business owners spoke against the site, but the city council unanimously approved the project.