Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Stillwater

Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

How Many People Still Smoke In Minnesota's Fourth District?

Smoking rates have fallen dramatically since the 1960s, but the tobacco trend hasn't gonna away entirely.

MN Health Dept. Asks Parents To Get Kids Vaccinated Before Holidays

The latest push comes after the Food and Drug Administration authorized children aged 6 months through 5 years to receive a booster.

New Tool Shows PFAS Levels In Stillwater’s Drinking Water

PFAS are often called "forever chemicals," as they don't break down in the environment. Prolonged exposure can lead to serious health risks.

COVID-19 Testing Site At Stillwater Armory To Close Friday

Officials are closing two testing sites in the Twin Cities metro and opening a new site next week in St. Paul.

Lakeview Hospital In Stillwater Gets 'B' Grade For Safety

Minnesota ranks 30th among all U.S. states for hospital safety, with 25 percent of its hospitals receiving an "A" grade from Leapfrog.

Recalled Lettuce Was Sold At Stillwater-Area Grocery Store: Officials

A Stillwater-area grocery store was among dozens in Minnesota where routine tests found traces of an intestinal disease, officials said.

100 Worst Polluters In MN: Stillwater-Area Power Plant Makes List

A new report from the Star Tribune documents the 100 worst greenhouse gas polluters in Minnesota.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Washington County.

$200 Gift Cards For Vaccinated MN Kids: Find A Shot In Stillwater

Minnesota kids ages 5-11 are eligible for $200 gift cards if they receive both doses of the coronavirus vaccine between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28.

Free N95 Masks Coming To MN: Where To Get Them In Stillwater

The federal government is partnering with retail pharmacies in Minnesota to distribute free N95 masks.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Washington County.

Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area: See The Latest

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Washington County and across MN.

Red Cross Declares ‘Blood Crisis’; Where To Donate In Stillwater

Dire blood shortages are forcing doctors in Minnesota to delay blood transfusions for those who need them.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Washington County.

Free, At-Home COVID-19 Tests Available To Stillwater Residents

Minnesotans can get free coronavirus tests delivered to their doors as officials work to expand the state's in-person testing capacity.

Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Washington County.

COVID-19 Testing For The New Year: See Locations In Stillwater

If you're looking for coronavirus tests after the New Year holiday weekend, here's where to go in the Stillwater area.

Clinic To Offer Vaccines, Boosters On Wednesdays In Stillwater

Washington County is also scheduled to host clinics every Monday this month in Cottage Grove and every Thursday in Forest Lake.

Start 2022 With A Booster: Where To Find One In Stillwater

Minnesota public health officials are recommending booster shots for all residents 16 and older who have already been vaccinated.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Washington County and across MN.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Stillwater Area

Here are updated figures on hospital capacity in Washington County.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find One In Stillwater

Boosters available in Stillwater help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.

COVID-19 Testing For The Holidays: See Locations In Stillwater

If you're looking for COVID-19 testing options to stay safe over the winter holidays, here's where to go in the Stillwater area.

How Close Are Stillwater Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Here is updated data on which hospitals are nearing capacity in Washington County.

Stillwater Middle School To Host COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Thursday

A vaccination clinic for students 5 and older is scheduled to run from 4-7 p.m. Thursday at Stillwater Middle School.

Coronavirus Cases Down Recently In Washington County: CDC

Washington County has "high" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.

Washington County Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in Washington County.

Boosters Available To All MN Adults: Find One In Stillwater

Coronavirus vaccine booster shots are available at many pharmacies and health care providers in the Stillwater area.

Thanksgiving Travel: Where To Find A COVID-19 Test In Stillwater

If you’re looking for COVID-19 testing options to stay safe over Thanksgiving, here’s where to go.

Former Stillwater Superintendent Survives Severe COVID-19 Case

David Wettergren, 82, spent 23 days in an ICU and was placed on a ventilator after developing a breakthrough case of COVID-19.

Best Nursing Homes In Stillwater: 2022 Ratings Released

The annual list compiled by U.S. News & World Report rates thousands of nursing homes based on care, rate of complaints and more.

Lakeview Hospital Earns 'A' In Leapfrog’s 2021 Hospital Grade

The nonprofit graded nearly 3,000 hospitals in Stillwater and across the country on how well they prevent errors, infections and more.

Washington County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Washington County compares to the U.S.

Rapid Coronavirus Testing Site Opens In Stillwater

Gov. Tim Walz urged Minnesotans to take advantage of rapid testing sites while touring the new facility in Stillwater on Thursday.

Veterans Can Get Free Dental Care At Stillwater Aspen Dental

Nov. 6 is Aspen Dental’s sixth annual “Day of Service,” which honors veterans by providing them with free dental care.

Take-Home Coronavirus Tests Available To Stillwater Students

The free tests can be taken at home and returned to several Stillwater schools, officials said.

Flu Shots: Where To Find 2021 Clinics In Stillwater

Stillwater is entering its second flu season amid a global pandemic. Luckily, there are plenty of places in town to get a flu shot.

Stillwater Residents Should Wear Masks Indoors: CDC Guidance

Areas with high or substantial transmission rates should mandate indoor masks, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

How Close Are Stillwater Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Washington County and across MN.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.