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Are Minnesota Tax Brackets Keeping Up With Inflation?

The state Department of Revenue announced that next year’s tax brackets will be adjusted for inflation by 1.7 percent.

School Board Recount Will Be Held Next Thursday

Molly Lutz, who lost election to the South Washington County School Board by five votes, requested the recount.

Kelly Fenton to Seek 53B House Seat That Andrea Kieffer Is Leaving

Fenton, a Woodbury resident, is currently deputy chair of the Republican Party of Minnesota. The district includes eastern and most of southern Woodbury.

How Do Woodbury's Taxes Compare to the Rest of Minnesota?

Compare Washington County, South Washington County Schools and the City of Woodbury to nearby areas in Patch’s interactive charts.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Should Woodbury Officials Make More or Less Than The Governor?

Woodbury's top salary ranked 10th among the top-paid officials in nearly 70 Minnesota cities, according to a recent analysis by the Associated Press.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Rep. Andrea Kieffer Says She Will Not Seek Re-election in 2014

The Republican from Woodbury said it was “an honor to serve.”

Updated: School Board Candidates React to Election Results

“I am very excited to take my seat on the South Washington County School Board and get to work for the people if this community,” says top vote-getter Katie Schwartz.

Election Results: South Washington County School Board, Levy Questions

Two of the district’s three ballot questions appear to have passed.

Election Day: Take a Peek at Stillwater Area Public Schools Sample Ballot

Here's the levy referendum language voters in the Stillwater Area Public School District are deciding on Tuesday.

Where to Vote, Profiles, Referenda: 2013 School Board Election Guide

The 2013 election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Voters will also find three ballot initiatives when they head to the polls.

Woodbury Winter Parking Rules Now in Effect

The two-inch guideline applies to any hour of the day, any time of the year.

2013 Election Guide: District 833 School Board

Woodbury Drive Between Park Crossing and Lake Closed Next Week

The end of Phase 2—from just south of Lake Road through Bailey Road—ended Thursday, Oct. 31.

It's Election Time: Share Your Voice on Patch

Share your opinion on the levy requests and school board election on Woodbury Patch.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Woodbury Resident Supports John Griffin for School Board

“His work ethic, integrity and leadership qualities make John Griffin an outstanding candidate for the School Board of South Washington County Schools,” says Wes Bolin, of Woodbury.

School Board Candidate Profile: Raj Gandhi

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Sharon Van Leer

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

Panel OKs 'Redskins' at Metrodome, Despite McCollum's Plea to Ban 'Hostile Racial Slur'

Use of Washington's NFL team name will go ahead as usual at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission decided Friday morning.

Commissioner Lehrke Backs Edman for School Board

Washington County Commissioner Autumn Lehrke supports Michael Edman in the South Washington County School Board race.

District 833 School Board Candidate Forum (Part II)

The League of Women Voters hosted the Tuesday, Oct. 22, event at St. Paul Park City Hall.

South Washington County School Board Candidate Forum

The League of Women Voters hosted the Tuesday, Oct. 22, event at St. Paul Park City Hall.

School Board Candidate Profile: Laurie Johnson

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: David Kemper

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Molly Lutz

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Michael Edman

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

Report: Gateway Corridor to Request $5 Million in State Funds

The Gateway Corridor transit project would run along Interstate 94 from the St. Croix River bridge to St. Paul.

One Democrat, One Republican: Lillie Brothers Talk Politics, Family With 'Almanac'

State Rep. Leon Lillie and his brother Ted Lillie, the new president of the Taxpayers League of Minnesota, recently talked to "Almanac."

School Board Candidate Profile: Wayne Johnson

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Susan Richardson

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Frederick E. Hess

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Katy McElwee-Stevens

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

Rep. JoAnn Ward: MNSure Health Insurance Enrollment Begins

"While there has been negativity cloaking this issue since its inception, the insurance industry, healthcare industry, and Minnesotans stand to benefit from reduced costs and increased coverage due to MNSure," says Ward.

Woodbury Looks to Professionalize Marketing Efforts

The city hopes to bring more consistency and standardization to its promotional materials.

School Board Candidate Profile: Mike Thissen

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: Katie Schwartz

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.

School Board Candidate Profile: John Griffin

There are four four-year positions on the District 833 School Board up for election this year, and one two-year term.