Increases for Proposed Woodbury Drive Assessments Upsets Property Owners

The Woodbury City Council last week opted to table the matter and look into it further at a future meeting.

Report: Afton Plans ‘Woodbury-Free’ Zone Along Manning Ave.

The change, according to the Pioneer Press, is part of an effort to keep Afton more rural as Woodbury continues to grow.

McCollum Renews Call for Redskins to Change Name

The NFL and team owner Dan Snyder NFL, “continue to exploit and profit from the racial slur redskins,” said U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum, who represents Oakdale.

Area Lawmakers to Host Meeting on MNsure

Enrollment through MNsure began Oct. 1; coverage goes into effect Jan. 1, 2014.

McCollum on Federal Government Shutdown: ‘Manufactured Political Crisis’

The federal government shut down Tuesday for the first time since 1995.

New Drawings for Bielenberg Sports Center Restaurant

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Ted Lillie, Woodbury Resident and Former State Senator, Named President of Taxpayers League

The newspaper publisher replaces Philip Krinkie, resigned as the Taxpayers League of Minnesota president in order to run for Congress.

Autumn Lehrke on 2014 Budget: 'We Have Been a Responsible Board'

Autumn Lehrke on 2014 Budget: 'We Have Been a Responsible Board'

Commissioner Gary Kriesel Sounds Off on Recent Blog Post

"I respect Mr. Behnings’ right to his opinion—as offensive as it is—because I spent four years in the Navy protecting our freedom of speech," says Gary Kriesel, Washington County Board member.

Woodbury Approves Plan for Assisted Living Facility

Construction on Edgewood Vista, near Century Avenue and Lake Road, is expected to begin this fall.

Woodbury Council OKs Preliminary Levy, Burns Votes ‘No’

Proposed hires in the police department in the 2014 budget was one sticking point for the councilman.

Soil and Seed Instead of Sod for Woodbury Lawns Affected by Roadwork

There has been a shortage of sod, according to city officials.

Commissioner Lisa Weik Talks County Budget, Resident Concerns

“After weathering the storm of the recession, we have positive signs to point to in our county,” the Woodbury resident and board chair says.

Urban Village Plans, Senior-Living Facility, 2014 Levy: Woodbury Council Preview

The Woodbury City Council meets at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11.

Woodbury Library to Open Again on Sundays

The R.H. Stafford Library in Woodbury was closed on Sundays over the summer.

Rep. McCollum Supports Syrian Action But With Stringent Restrictions

Fourth District Congresswoman urges action but also caution.

Rep. JoAnn Ward to Host Meetings on Education, Healthcare, Energy

The meetings will be held at the Woodbury City Hall.

Washington County HRA to Host Free Workshops for At-Risk Homeowners

Those who attend will be able to learn about options, ask questions and get advice.

Betty McCollum Issues Statement on Possible Military Action in Syria

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is suspected of using of chemical weapons against civilians.

Sen. Susan Kent: Woodbury Days, State Fair Provide Wonderful Opportunity

The Woodbury DFLer says she heard about special education, the Vikings stadium, and jobs and transportation issues at events this summer.

Congresswoman McCollum on Syria: Chemical Weapon Use a ‘Crime Against Humanity’

The Obama administration is pushing for military action in Syria, a nation suspected of using nerve gas on its own people.

Washington County 2014 Budget Update

The proposed tax levy would result in the owner of a home valued at $207,000—one that increased in value by 2.4 percent from last year, the countywide average for residential property—seeing a decrease of $4 in the county’s portion of property taxes.

Woodbury Council to Tackle 2014 Budget

The workshop meeting will be held at the Public Safety building instead of City Hall.

Trail Extension Planned at Cabela’s Site in Woodbury

The Washington County Board on Tuesday requested a permit from MnDOT for the trail.

Updated: School Board Field Begins to Take Shape for 2013 Election

The President of the Woodbury Middle School PTO, Molly Lutz, has also announced her intention run.

Woodbury Drive, Radio to Open for Traffic

The intersection of Bailey Road and Woodbury Drive, however, is expected to close early next week.

Woodbury Demographics, Bielenberg Restaurant: Council Preview

The city has become more diverse over the past decade. The council will also likely approve the lease agreement for a new restaurant that is part of the Bielenberg Sports Center expansion project.

There'll Be Room for 550 Cars at New Manning Ave. Park-and-Ride

The I-94 location beat out Woodbury Theatre to get a new facility, the Woodbury Bulletin reported.

Woodbury Studying Water Supply, Rates, Infrastructure Needs

The Woodbury City Council at a November workshop will discuss ways in which it can encourage people to use less water.

Susan G. Komen Walkers Near $70K, Hudson Golf Club Closing: East Metro News Wrap

Also: Hudson school rallies for family hit by fire; Rosie Wahl leaves a legal legacy and a sweet sale in Stillwater.

Bielenberg Restaurant: Lease Looks Likely, Liquor in Limbo

The Woodbury City Council on Wednesday discussed the lease agreement as part the Bielenberg Sports Center expansion project.

Woodbury Woman Announces Run For House District 53B Seat

Kay Hendrickson plans to challenge Republican Andrea Kieffer in 2014.

Woodbury to Close on La Lake Land, Plans Trail Connection

The 30-acre parcel was “No. 1 on our list” for open-space acquisitions, according to Parks and Recreation Director Bob Klatt.

Environmental Excellence Awards: Woodbury Seeking 2013 Nominations

Nominations are due at City Hall by Aug. 30.

Two Lanes Too Much for Washington County Roundabouts

in August the Radio Drive-Bailey Road roundabout in Woodbury and another in Forest Lake will turn into one-lane affairs, according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Woodbury Approves Latest Housing Development in Phase 2

Southridge, a Maplewood Development project, is slated on 78 acres south of Dale Road and east of the future alignment of Pioneer Drive.

More Development Planned in Woodbury’s Phase 2 Area

Plans for Southridge, a 221-home development, are set to come before the Woodbury City Council on Wednesday, July 10.

New Firing Range in the Offing for Woodbury Cops?

Woodbury and Cottage Grove want state help to build a new training facility for public-safety workers, according to media reports and the City of Woodbury.

Woodbury to Consider Establishing Convention and Visitors Bureau

The city plans to work with consultants on a study and bring the findings to the City Council.

AC Much? Woodbury Leads the Pack in Home Energy Use

Woodbury, Oakdale and 18 other cities are included in a new website that the Star Tribune calls 'a huge storehouse of local energy data.'