MnDOT to Outline Concepts for Highway 36 Interchanges

The Highway 36 study is looking at alternatives to improve the Highway 36 intersections at Highway 120/Century Avenue and Hadley Avenue/County Highway 35 in North St. Paul and Oakdale.

Oakdale Modifies Winter Parking Regulations

The city on Monday sent out reminders about several items related to winter.

McCollum Renews Call for Redskins to Change Name

The NFL and team owner Dan Snyder NFL, “continue to exploit and profit from the racial slur redskins,” said U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum, who represents Oakdale.

City Helps Oakdale Condo Secure $750,000 Loan for Improvements

Lakeview Terrace, along Highway 120 at Tanners Lake, has a new roof, elevator and parking lot after the city facilitated a loan for the condo.

McCollum on Federal Government Shutdown: ‘Manufactured Political Crisis’

The federal government shut down Tuesday for the first time since 1995.

Highway 36 Closures Planned

MnDOT is closing the lanes so crews can begin painting the new Keller Lake Bridge.

U.S. Rep. McCollum Backs Campaign to Change Name of Washington Redskins

What do you think of the team’s name? Tell us in the comments section below.

How to Dress Babies for Fall and Winter Weather

Commissioner Gary Kriesel Sounds Off on Recent Blog Post

"I respect Mr. Behnings’ right to his opinion—as offensive as it is—because I spent four years in the Navy protecting our freedom of speech," says Gary Kriesel, Washington County Board member.

Autumn Lehrke on 2014 Budget: 'We Have Been a Responsible Board'

District 4 Washington County Commissioner and Vice Chair Autumn Lehrke writes about the 2014 budget. The county board will be holding a budget review hearing on December 3 and adopt the final budget on December 17.

U.S. Rep. McCollum on Sept. 11 Anniversary:

"For the family and friends of the victims these past twelve years have been filled with tears, loss, and the difficult process of rebuilding lives," McCollum said.

Commissioning of USS Minnesota: 'Remarkable Submarine,' Says U.S. Rep. McCollum

“In the coming decades, the thousands of brave men and women who will serve on the U.S.S. Minnesota will have an unbreakable bond to the great state that I represent," said Congresswoman Betty McCollum.

County Board Chair Talks Budget, Resident Concerns

“After weathering the storm of the recession, we have positive signs to point to in our county,” Lisa Weik says.

Rep. McCollum Supports Syrian Action But With Stringent Restrictions

Fourth District Congresswoman urges action but also caution.

Rep. JoAnn Ward to Host Meetings on Education, Healthcare, Energy

The meetings will be held at the Woodbury City Hall.

Betty McCollum Issues Statement on Possible Military Action in Syria

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is suspected of using of chemical weapons against civilians.

Hadley Avenue Paving Set to Begin Wednesday, Farmers Market Cancelled

The roadwork, near Oakdale City Hall, will be done under traffic, according to City Engineer Brian Bachmeier.

Sen. Susan Kent: Woodbury Days, State Fair Provide Wonderful Opportunity

The DFLer, who represents parts of Oakdale, says she heard about special education, the Vikings stadium, and jobs and transportation issues at events this summer.

Congresswoman McCollum on Syria: Chemical Weapon Use a ‘Crime Against Humanity’

The Obama administration is pushing for military action in Syria, a nation suspected of using nerve gas on its own people.

Washington County Law Library Offers Criminal Expungement Workshop

People typically request an expungement when they have been denied a job, housing, or a professional license because of their criminal background.

Oakdale Storm Debris Turned into Fuel

Officials estimated that more than 600 cubic yards of chips were hauled out of the Lake Elmo Park as part of the project.

Oakdale Asks Residents to Cut Back on Water Usage Tuesday

The city had an emergency repair on one of its water towers.

Washington County Seeks Feedback on New Website

What do you think of Washington County's new website? Tell the county all about it by completing their survey.

Meet Legislator for Oakdale at 2013 Minnesota State Fair

Minnesota lawmakers will be on hand to answer questions from constituents during the State Fair.

Oakdale Library to Close for a Day for Parking Lot Construction

The book drop will also be unavailable as crews begin work on the project.

Himself a Dropout, Sen. Wiger Pushes to Make Age Students Can Quit School 18

The lawmaker, who represents parts of Oakdale, says the state should up the dropout age from 16 to 18, according to a Star Tribune story.

New Parking Lot Planned for Oakdale Library

The work is expected to begin this month.

Want a Steel Keepsake from the Collapsed I-35W Bridge?

Pieces of the mangled steel will be released later in August or early September, according to the AP.

Sen. Wiger in Video on Same-Sex Marriage: ‘Wedding Bells Are Ringing’

Several Minnesota lawmakers are featured in the video, marking the state’s new law allowing same-sex marriages.

So Far This Year in Washington County: Four Traffic Deaths

Minnesota is on track for 450 such deaths in 2013—up from 395 last year, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.

Same-Sex Marriage, Other Laws Take Effect in Minnesota Aug. 1

Minnesota joins 11 other states in the country late tonight when it recognizes same-sex marriages at 12:01 a.m.

Overnight Lane Closure for Highway 36

The closure is part of the Keller Lake Bridge replacement.

Betty McCollum Visits Oakdale City Hall and Best Buy

Oakdale's representative in Congress met with city officials and local business leaders.

Short-Term Closure for Highway 36

Both directions of Highway 36 will be closed as crews work to lower the water level at Keller Lake.

U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum to Host Immigration Discussion

The discussion, featuring labor, business, faith, law enforcement, education and nonprofit officials, will be held at the State Capitol.

Highway 36 Design Alternatives for Hadley, Century

Officials held an open house Wednesday and hope to come up with three alternatives by the time a study is complete.

Highway 36 Options Outlined at Oakdale Meeting

Dozens of residents were at the Discovery Center in Oakdale on Wednesday to hear the potential designs for the Highway 120 and Hadley Avenue interchanges.

Sen. Wiger: Take Advantage of Minnesota’s Parks and Trails

We allocated $39.56 million for the operations of state parks and trails, which had seen budget cuts the last four years, leaving many of the parks and trails in disrepair, says Sen. Charles "Chuck" Wiger, who represents parts of Oakdale.

Oakdale Squarely in 'Bedroom Community' Category, Census Says

The American Community Survey says Oakdale's 'population' drops by nearly 20 percent during the workday.

Sen. Chuck Wiger Outlines New Laws

“In 2013 we put Minnesota on a stable financial path, but our work isn’t done,” said the DFLer, who represents parts of Oakdale. “We need to continue to create jobs and grow the middle class.”