It’s Time to Think About Taxes

Do you have questions about this year's taxes?

Oakdale Lawmakers Say Governor’s Budget a 'Step in Right Direction'

Gov. Mark Dayton unveiled his budget proposal Tuesday.

Wiger: Governor Takes 'Bold Steps' with Budget Proposal

Sen. Chuck Wiger discusses Gov. Dayton's budget proposal.

Do You Have What it Takes to be a Firefighter?

The Oakdale Fire Department is now accepting applications for volunteer firefighters.

It's Freezing, So Take Some Precautions

Here's how to protect your pipes from extremely cold temperatures.

Letter: Legislators Hosted Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Legislative Priorities

Sen. Wiger, Sen. Kent, Rep. Lillie and Rep. Ward hosted a town hall meeting at Oakdale City Hall on Jan. 12 to discuss priorities for the legislative session. The senators and representatives thanked constituents for attending their town hall meeting.

New Sen. Susan Kent Expects ‘Orderly, Focused’ Legislative Session

The freshman senator represents portions of Oakdale and all of Woodbury in the Legislature.

Wiger: All-Day Kindergarten Funding is 2013 Legislative Priority

Sen. Chuck Wiger is a co-author of a bill to fund all-day kindergarten programs in Minnesota schools.

Oakdale, Washington County Select 'Newspapers of Record'

Washington County estimates that placing legal notices in "official newspapers" will cost about $30,000 in 2013. Do you think government entities should be mandated to publish legal notices in newspapers, or be allowed to publish on their own

City to Comply with Unfunded Mandate for People with Disabilities

The Oakdale city council is required by an unfunded mandate to identify and eventually make all city sidewalks, trails and signal systems more accessible to people with disabilities.

PHOTOS: Re-Elected Council Members Sworn into Office

Stan Karwoski and Paul Reinke start another term as council members.

New State Rep. JoAnn Ward Takes the Helm in Oakdale's District

This will be JoAnn Ward's first term.

PREVIEW: What's on the City's Agenda?

A preview of the Oakdale City Council's agenda for Jan. 8.

2013 Legislative Session Begins

A column from Sen. Chuck Wiger.

PHOTO: Getting Ready for the 2013-2014 Minnesota House Legislative Session

Legislative Clerk David Surdez places the names of the 2013-2014 House members on the voting board in the House Chamber. The legislative session is scheduled to begin Jan. 8.

New Laws Take Effect in Minnesota

Below is a list of selected new laws that took effect Jan. 1, 2013.

Pulkrabek: 'Smile Will Endure' After Leaves County Board

Washington County Commissioner Bill Pulkrabek bids farewell to the board and thanks those who have helped him along the way. Oakdale resident Ted Bearth will be representing District 2 starting in January.

New Year's Eve and Day: What's Open? What's Closed?

Many restaurants and retail stores have limited hours on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Christmas and Christmas Eve in Oakdale: What's Open? What's Closed?

Many restaurants and retail stores have limited hours over Christmas.

Newtown School Shooting: McCollum Urges Immediate Congressional Action to End 'Epidemic of Gun Violence'

Do you agree with Rep. Betty McCollum? What do you think is at issue in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting? Is it gun control? Addressing mental health? Both? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.

Washington County Announces 2013 Hours for Libraries

After a year of Sunday and Monday closures, the Woodbury library will be open seven days a week (except summer months) starting in 2013.

Oakdale Update: Business Moves, Food Shelf, Mayor Recaps 2012

Longtime Oakdale resident and businessman Frank Orsello gives updates on a business that has moved in town, a local food shelf and 2012 in Oakdale.

City County Adopts 2013 Budget, Tax Levy

The Oakdale city council adopted the 2013 General Fund Budget and tax levy.

PHOTOS: City Kicks Off Second Indoor Market

The second annual Indoor Market kicked off on Saturday.

Economy Improves and School Shift Payback Begins

Sen. Chuck Wiger talks about paying back money borrowed from schools across the state.

City Council Extends TIF District for Potential Future Projects

The Oakdale city council approved the extension Tuesday night.

Bookish: Group Donates $14,000 to Washington County Library

The Washington County Board on Tuesday accepted the donation.

What You Need to Know About the Proposed 2013 Budget

The city of Oakdale will present the proposed 2013 budget at an upcoming council meeting.

Washington County: Oakdale Problem Solved

Washington County officials were baffled by a problem in Oakdale. Now the problem has been fixed.

Did Your Street Get a Makeover for 2012?

The Oakdale city council received an overview of streets that were part of the city's reconstruction program.

PREVIEW: City Council to Receive 2012 Street Reconstruction Overview

The Oakdale city council meets for its regular city council meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13.

Bearth Has 'A Lot to Learn,' Pulkrabek Unsure of Future Plans

Ted Bearth will be sworn in on Jan. 8, 2012; Bill Pulkrabek plans for the future.

Council Approves Day Care After Safety Concerns Addressed, One Member Still Opposed

The council voted 4-1 to approve the site plan for a new day care center.

Re-Elected Council Members Say City Heading in 'Right Direction'

City council candidates Stan Karwoski and Paul Reinke ran unopposed.

Elections 2012: How Did Your Precinct Vote On Candidates, Issues?

Here is how each precinct voted in the races affecting Oakdale, as well as the two amendments.

Kent Unseats Lillie for Senate District 53

Susan Kent will represent Senate District 53.

School Board Elections: Livingston, Hunt, Neve, Auge` Elected to District 622 (Updated)

Incumbents Nancy Livingston, Steve Hunt and Theresa Auge` and newcomer Becky Neve were elected to the school board.

Wiger Overcomes Challenger for State Senate Seat

Chuck Wiger (DFL) will represent Senate District 43.

Updated: Ward Defeats Cunningham for House District 53A

Unofficial results show that JoAnn Ward (DFL) beat Pam Cunningham (GOP) for the state House of Representatives District 53A.

Updated: Lillie Beats Klein for House District 43B

Unofficial results show that Leon Lillie (DFL) beat Kevin Klein (GOP) for the state House of Representatives District 43B.