2013 Stillwater Area High School Football Schedule Released

The Ponies will begin the regular season with a trip to Cottage Grove, and end the season at home against section rival White Bear Lake.

One of North America's Largest & Oldest Rowing Regattas Comes to Lake Elmo

Vintage Base Ball Exhibition Saturday at Old Athletic Field in Stillwater

Games begin at 10 a.m.

Stillwater Area High School Forms Mountain Biking Team

The Ponies will be the 29th team to participate in the Minnesota High School Cycling League.

Stillwater's Glen Perkins Expects to Stay a Minnesota Twin

The pitcher said "Nope" when the St. Paul Pioneer Press asked Perkins if he thought he'd be traded soon.

Do You Know What Student Athletes Should be Eating?

Join nutrition experts from Lakeview Health and the PowerUp initiative for a presentation and discussion on eating for top performance. Parents of all athletes are invited.

Who From Stillwater Finished the 2013 Grandma's Marathon?

Stillwater Area High School Launches Fit-Drive Event to Improve Fitness Center

Stillwater Girl Places Third at High School State Trap Shooting Finals

Stillwater Junior Selected in First Round of North American Hockey League Draft

Phil Housley Named Assistant Coach of Nashville Predators

Housley has coached the Stillwater Area High School boys hockey team for the past nine seasons.

Share Your Photos: Record-Breaking Day for the Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride

The 2013 Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride came to town Sunday. Share your photos of riders cruising the streets of the St. Croix Valley. Post your photos here and/or share a link to your gallery in the comment section below.

When Do Stillwater Area Golf Courses Open?

Many east metro golf courses are planning to open for the 2013 season this weekend.

Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride Takes to the St. Croix River Valley on Sunday

The 47th annual Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride will host about 4,500 cyclists this weekend in the St. Croix River Valley. The ride begins Sunday morning at the Washington County Fairgrounds. You ready to ride? Tell us about your training in the comments

The Edge Figure Skating Club to Perform 'The Dazzling Decades' this Weekend

“It you’ve never been to a figure skating show, this is something to see,” Skating Director Jackie Loughery said. “It’s different than any other show I’ve been a part of. It really is a spectacle.” Performances will be Friday, April 26 and Saturday.

Stillwater Woman Needs Your Vote to Become Vikings Cheerleader

Alissa Staloch, a 2004 graduate of Stillwater Area High School is among the candidates vying for a spot on the 2013 Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader roster.

Blocks Away from Boston Marathon Explosions: Lake Elmo Woman Recounts 'A War Zone'

“All of a sudden I heard two huge blasts—and everything went silent," Chris Hess-Withbroe said from her Boston hotel room Monday evening. "Next thing I knew I saw people running hysterically through the streets."

Explosions Rock Boston Marathon; 9 Stillwater Runners Participating

Nine Stillwater runners were participants of today's Boston Marathon, which was rocked by two explosions near the race's finish line. (Scroll below the Storify post to see names of Stillwater runners.)

Twins vs. Mets Game Rescheduled Due to Inclement Weather

Have you been to a Twins game in the snow this year? Post your photos here.

Update: Winter Weather Continues to Impact Stillwater's Spring Sports

The St. Croix Valley Athletic Association’s Coaches Information and Equipment Pick-up for baseball will now be Monday, April 22. The softball and t-ball meetings will be Saturday, April 20, subject to weather.

Countdown to Ironman: Four Weeks to Bicycle Ride in Stillwater

The annual rite of Spring passage rolls into Stillwater on April 28. Are you ready to ride?

Where to Watch March Madness in Stillwater

Beer, wings and slam dunks! It's tournament time -- here's where to catch all the games.

State Hockey: Stillwater's Ryan Black's Goal Propels Hill-Murray to Title Game

The top-seeded Hill-Murray Pioneers will play Edina tonight in the championship game starting at 7 p.m. at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.

Stillwater's Max Banchy Looks Forward to Senior Year at University of New Orleans

Stillwater native Max Banchy played in 25 Division I basketball games as a junior for the University of New Orleans this season, averaging 2.7 per game, and shooting .341 from beyond the arc.

Stillwater's Mark on the National Baseball Hall of Fame: 'Bud' Fowler Day

Tuesday marks the 100th anniversary of the death of John W. Jackson, also known as “Bud” Fowler — the first black professional baseball player ever. Tuesday, Feb. 26 is “Bud” Fowler Day to commemorate his pioneer spirit and determination.

Anglers Reminded of Upcoming Ice House and Shelter Removal Date

After removal dates, shelters may remain on the ice between midnight and one hour before sunrise only when occupied or attended.

PHOTO: Signing Day at Stillwater Area High School

Several Stillwater Area High School athletes signed National Letters of Intent last week to play sports in Division I and Division II schools across the country.

What Time is the Super Bowl? Odds, Appetizers, Ratings, Where to Watch in Stillwater

Just the facts: The basics for Super Bowl XLVII. If you're a manager or owner of a local establishment, feel free to share Super Bowl specials in the comment section below.

Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride: Registration Opens Feb. 1, Proposed Routes Released

The annual rite of spring for Minnesota bicyclists, the Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride, will take place in the St. Croix Valley this year after spending 13 years in the south metro. You can register for the 47th annual bicycle tour at midnight, Feb. 1.

Second Annual Howe Brothers Boot Hockey Tournament is Saturday

Proceeds/benefits of the tournament will go to the Josh Gunderson Memorial Fund.

PHOTOS: Red Bull Crashed Ice Elimination Round

Photos from Friday's Red Bull Crashed Ice Elimination Round in St. Paul. The finals start Saturday at 7 p.m.

PHOTOS: Red Bull Crashed Ice Takes Center Stage in St. Paul

Red Bull Crashed Ice starts today with the National Shootout going down in St. Paul 5 p.m. Here's a schedule of this weekend's events and a list of places to catch a shuttle.

Frigid Weather Ensures Lake Elmo Lions Annual Ice Fishing Contest

The Lake Elmo Lions ice fishing contest is set for Sunday, Feb. 3 from 1–3 p.m. on Lake Jane.

NFC Wildcard Chat: Minnesota Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers

Who's gonna whup who? Join our interactive chat on the third matchup of the season between the NFC North rivals in this first-round NFL playoff game.

Do You Have What it Takes? Red Bull Crashed Ice St. Paul Qualifier is Sunday

Athletes wishing to qualify for Red Bull Crashed Ice – Saint Paul, must battle 1-on-1 in a time trial for the opportunity to earn a spot on Team USA.

Coach Phil Housley, Team USA Advance to Gold Medal Game by Beating Canada, 5-1

Coach Phil Housley and Team USA will face Sweden for the gold medal in Ufa, Russia on Saturday, Jan. 5. The NHL Network (DirectTV 215, Dish 403) will be broadcasting live and NHL.com will provide a livestream.

PHOTO: Stillwater's 'Sign Guy' Weighs in on Vikings vs. Packers

Rev. Steve Molin posted this message on the sign Our Savior's Lutheran Church in the days leading up to the Vikings vs. Packers game on Sunday.

Vikings QB Christian Ponder Reportedly Marries ESPN's Samantha Steele in Hudson, Wis.

A Wisconsin newspaper is reporting that the quarterback and the sports reporter were wed on Monday afternoon at the St. Croix County Courthouse.

Winter Activity: Snowshoe Lessons Offered at Lake Elmo Park Reserve

The snowshoe program is designed to help people experience nature and enjoy the outdoors during the winter months.

Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Race Finds New Home in the St. Croix River Valley

After 13 years in the south metro, Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Race officials announced on Tuesday that they are bringing the famed early-season ride to the St. Croix River Valley.