Watch: Box Truck Catches on Fire on I-35 Near Forest Lake: Patch PM

Indecent Exposure Charges | Dayton Has Cancer | Audi goes 77 in 55, Police Say | Minnesota Weather | MPLS Officer Charged for Shooting BMW

Stillwater is 2nd Safest Mid-Sized Minnesota City: Study

Stillwater was also ranked 23rd overall out of 125 communities in Minnesota analyzed by personal finance website ValuePenguin.

Crews to Install LED Streetlights in Stillwater in February

In less than a month, Xcel Energy will begin converting about 700 street lights in Stillwater to LED street lights. Here's why.

Video: Go Inside the St. Croix Crossing Bridge

A new video takes you inside the St. Croix Crossing bridge's segments and onto the catwalk.

Man High on Mushrooms Ran Outside Naked, Police Say: Patch PM

Gas Prices Rising in Twin Cities | Ice Chunk Hits Woman | Turn on Headlights in Snowstorms | Minnesota Weather | Gophers Basketball Surging

Stillwater Assistant Principal Bill Howlett Dies

Beloved Stillwater assistant principal Bill Howlett died Jan. 1 after battling cancer.

Miss Teen Washington County Applications Now Open

Young women who live in Washington County have the chance to compete for the title of 2017 Miss Teen Washington County.

Snapped Power Line Causes Electrical Fire in Orono: Patch PM

Wettest Year on Record | DWI Arrests | Mississippi River Rescue | Trooper Rescues Bald Eagle | People Flee After Car Loses Control on I-94

Stillwater Included in '1000 Places to See Before You Die'

Stillwater, the "birthplace of Minnesota," has been recognized as a must-see location.

Webcam: Stillwater Ice Castles, Hockey Day Construction

A new webcam shows the construction of Stillwater's ice castles and the Hockey Day Minnesota event.

Stillwater Educator with Cancer Receives Visit from Carolers

Community members braved the extreme weather Sunday to send their warm wishes to a Stillwater educator currently fighting cancer.

Stillwater in Winter: Mesmerizing Drone Footage Shows Town's Beauty

New video shot from a drone shows Stillwater's beautiful steeples and landmarks in a way you've likely never seen before.

From Marijuana to Severe Flooding, Here Are Stillwater's Most Read Stories in 2016

Check out the most read stories on Stillwater Patch in 2016.​

Somali Student Threatened With Air Gun at Stillwater Area Public School: Muslim Leaders

A student allegedly brought an air pistol to Afton-Lakeland Elementary School after he threatened to shoot a Somali-American student.

340 Crashes Across Minnesota in Season's First Snowstorm: Patch PM

Toddler Survives 'Horrific' Hanging | Thanksgiving 2016 |Minneapolis Wow! House | Movie to Be Filmed in Northfield

Authorities Seek Suspects in Washington County Train Derailment

The Union Pacific Railroad believes someone dumping brush and logs on the tracks caused a recent train derailment in West Lakeland Township.

Stillwater City Hall Loses Phone Service After Water Main Break

If you attempted to call Stillwater City Hall Tuesday and couldn't get through, you aren't alone.

2016 Veterans Day Ceremony in Stillwater

See the schedule of events for the Veterans Day celebration in Stillwater.

Stillwater Seeks Public's Feedback on Downtown Plan

Stillwater is updating its Downtown Plan as an early phase of the process needed to produce its next generation Comprehensive Plan.

Hospital Safety Grades: How Did Stillwater's Hospital Score?

Sixteen Minnesota hospitals received an “A” report in a ranking of patient injuries, accidents and infections in 2,600+ U.S. hospitals.

Photos Show Progress on St. Croix River Crossing

The St. Croix Crossing is a joint project between Minnesota and Wisconsin to replace the 80-year-old Stillwater Lift Bridge.

Stillwater Officials Seek Public's Input on Park Concept

​The city of Stillwater is preparing a concept park plan for the former Aiple property on the north side of downtown.

WATCH: The Giant Pumpkin Drops at Stillwater's Harvest Fest

Young children gathered to watch as "pumpkin pilots" paddled giant pumpkins together down the by St. Croix River this weekend.

Future Unclear for Washington County's Historic Courthouse

The building at Pine and Third streets in Stillwater was completed in 1870, and was the seat of county business for more than a century.

5 Fun Things to Do in Stillwater this Weekend

Stillwater is an especially beautiful place to be this time of year.

Minnesota's Franken, Klobuchar Help Senate Override Obama’s 9/11 Lawsuit Veto: Patch PM

Deer Collisions by County | GoFundMe Page for Minnetonka Student | MN Human Trafficking Problem | Philando Castile | Best Sandwiches

Should Stillwater Allow AirBnB? Take the Survey

Current city code prohibits short-term rental options such as AirBnB. Stillwater officials want to know if you think that should change.

St. Cloud Community Rallys After Minnesota Mall Stabbing

About 300 people gathered Tuesday to promote community solidarity following the St. Cloud, Minnesota mall attack.

'Hero' Police Officer 'Saved Lives' During Mall Stabbing

President Barack Obama spoke to the off-duty police officer Monday to thank him for his bravery and heroic actions.

Tell Us: Why Do You Love Stillwater?

Stillwater is frequently voted as the best small town in​ the county. Tell us in the comments: What makes this city so special to you?

Stillwater's StoneRidge Golf Club to Host PGA Junior League

The PGA Junior League Midwest Regional takes place in Stillwater Sept. 24 and 25.

Stillwater to Host Talk on History of Minnesota’s Black Baseball Players

Frank White, author of a new book on Minnesota’s black baseball players, will speak at the Fall History Dinner in Stillwater.

City Denies Stillwater Log Run Special Permit; Race Will Finish Outside Stillwater

Citing public safety concerns, city officials denied the Saturday, Sept. 17 race a special permit.

Stillwater Shines after Mayor Controversy

With its mayoral controversy behind it, Stillwater's future looks bright.

Washington County Hosts First "Cops and Cones" Event

Along with a wide display of emergency vehicles, attendants enjoyed ice cream, a K-9 demonstration, and meet-and-greets with deputies.

Aug. 24 Meeting Will Discuss Proposed Stillwater Ice Castle

Attendees of the meeting will learn about a proposed ice castle attraction​ to be located in downtown Stillwater's Lowell Park.​

Stillwater WWII Vet Visits French Towns His Unit Liberated

Weber is visiting the area for the first time since June 5, 1944​​.

Excellence in Sewage: Stillwater Sewer Employees Earn Awards

Two Stillwater Public Works employees received their awards for their "excellent work" in the sewer department.

Stillwater Gets New Bike Tune-Up Station

The station was provided by PedalMN and Health Partners in collaboration with Explore Minnesota Tourism.

Photos Show Progress on New St. Croix Bridge

The new bridge is intended to ease congestion in the St. Croix Valley and promote interstate commerce.