Bearth Defeats Pulkrabek for Washington County Board Seat

Ted Bearth won the Washington County District 2 seat against incumbent Bill Pulkrabek.

When Will Presidential Election 2012 Results Be Announced?

Minnesota's voting goes until 8 p.m., but some polls elsewhere close two hours earlier.

Updated: Oakdale Election Results 2012

Check back to Oakdale Patch's Local Election Hub for updates on local races impacting the Oakdale area.

PREVIEW: Special City Council Meeting Set for Day Care Discussion

The Oakdale City Council will have a special city council meeting regarding a new day care center site plan approval.

Election Day Forecast: Slight Chance of Rain in the Morning

What should you where to the polls on Election Day? Here's an Election Day forecast for the Oakdale area.

Oakdale Voter Registration for 2012 General Election

Here's what you need to know about election day voter registration.

Oakdale Sample Ballots for 2012 General Election

Oakdale Patch provides sample ballots for Oakdale's eight precincts.

Where to Find Your Polling Place in Oakdale

Oakdale Patch provides information on how to find your polling place.

New Poll: Support Falling for Marriage Amendment, Voter ID

Public Policy Polling suggests both amendments could fail.

Oakdale's Winter Parking Restrictions Begin This Week

The parking restrictions begin on Nov. 1.

Pam Cunningham, GOP Candidate for House of Representatives District 53A

Pam Cunningham is running for House District 53A.

Award-Winning Filmmaker Hosts Special Oakdale Screening Featuring Bachmann, Romney

A special screening of "Janeane from Des Moines" is planned for Tuesday, Oct. 23 at Carmike Cinemas. The film follows an Iowa housewife who seeks answers from GOP presidential candidates on the campaign trail.

School Board Candidates to Speak at Upcoming Forum

A candidate forum for the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District is on Monday, Oct. 22.

New City Ordinance Bans Coal Tar-Based Driveway Sealant

Coal tar-based sealant use is now banned in the city of Oakdale.

What You Need to Know to Watch the Vice Presidential Debate

Get the details on the debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan airing tonight.

Ward and Cunningham: Candidate Forum for House District 53A

The League of Women Voters held forums for local candidates Tuesday night at Woodbury's City Hall.

Oakdale Veteran's Memorial Dedication Event is Saturday

The city will have a dedication ceremony for the Veteran's Memorial on Saturday, Oct. 13.

JoAnn Ward, DFL Candidate for House of Representatives District 53A

JoAnn Ward is running for House District 53A.

Patch Is Collecting Questions for Obama and Romney During the Next Presidential Debate

If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.

School Board Approves Preliminary Levy Increase

The District 622 school board approved the 2012 proposed levy, which will be payable in 2013.

Duane E. Johnson, Republican Candidate for Minnesota Senate District 43

Duane E. Johnson is running for the state senator seat for District 43.

LIVE BLOG: Oakdale Share Your Thoughts During the First Presidential Debate

Visit Patch’s live blog while you’re watching tonight's debate to share your thoughts on how the candidates are doing.

Monday Hours to Return to Oakdale Library in 2013

Washington County's Oakdale library branch will be open on Mondays starting in January.

How to Register to Vote

In honor of National Voter Registration Day, we’re giving you all the information you need on how and where to register to vote.

Absentee Voting For November Election Begins Today

If you are going to be gone over Election Day, now is the time to plan ahead and vote absentee.

Brief: 'No Solicitors' Signs Do Not Apply to Everyone

Some organizations are exempt from "No Solicitors" signs posted at your home.

Nancy Livingston, Candidate for District 622 School Board

Nancy Livingston is running for re-election on the District 622 School Board.

Klobuchar Features Oakdale Coffee Shop in Washington D.C.

Sen. Amy Klobuchar recently featured food from an Oakdale coffee shop in her Washington, D.C. office.

Mystery Book Club at Oakdale Library

Foreclosure Prevention Workshop

League of Women Voters Announces Candidate Forum for County Races

Learn more about those seeking to represent you at an upcoming event.

City Will Not Impose Liquor Store Closure on New Ownership

An Oakdale liquor story employee was caught selling alcohol to an underage person, which prompted a fine from the city and a three-day suspension. The city waived the three-day suspension now that the liquor store is undergoing new ownership.

City Commits $10K to New MnDOT Study of Highway 36

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be studying preliminary designs to improve the intersections of Highway 36 and Century Avenue and Highway 36 and Hadley Avenue. The city council committed $10,000 to the study.

PHOTOS: Families Flock to City's 'Touch a Truck' Event

The city hosted its annual "Touch a Truck" event on Tuesday night.

County Officials: Oakdale Road's 'Unique Situation' Will Be Fixed

Washington County's 10th Street construction project went awry. Officials will fix the problem this month.

City Announces 'Touch a Truck' Event

Touch a Truck will be held at Walton Park on Tuesday.

I-694 Ramp Closures, Construction Nears the End

The resurfacing and ramp reconstruction of I-694 is slated to end in October.

Photos: Veteran's Memorial Moves Toward Completion

A dedication ceremony is anticipated for Veterans Day on Nov. 12.

Wiger Fights Teacher Pay Freeze, Alternative Licensure

Sen. Chuck Wiger opposed the teacher pay freeze and alternative teacher licensure.

Skating on Ponds OK, McDonald’s On the Way

McDonald’s was scheduled to close last Friday on property near Target, said Community Development Director Bob Streetar.