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Washington County recently conducted its third annual “Name a Snowplow” contest and received more than 1,400 submissions from the public. The list was narrowed to 10 finalists, including Kirill …
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2/6/26
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Earlier this week on the one-year anniversary of the murder of 74-year-old William “Ike” Eickholt, Washington County Sheriff’s office released footage and pictures from the investigation in an …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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2/6/26
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The St. Paul Park City Council approved a letter in its consent agenda Monday, Feb. 2 voicing support for partnering with the St. Paul Park Farmer’s Market, regarding a farmer’s market in St. …
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By Joseph Back
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2/6/26
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The Washington County Board meeting at Stillwater has sent a letter to the local delegation of U.S. House and Senate representatives at Washington, D.C., detailing the affect of ICE presence and …
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By Joseph Back
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2/6/26
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Woodbury, Minnesota — This month, the Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA) proudly celebrates its 45th anniversary of service in Washington County, Minnesota. Established in 1981 as …
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1/31/26
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will host candlelight events across the state this winter, including at Afton State Park on February 7, 2026. Drop by from 5 to 8 p.m. to hike as stars …
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1/31/26
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ICE use of the HERO Center on Ravine Parkway has come under critique, resulting in statements from both Mayor Myron Bailey and the city. First contracted in 2020, the contract for ICE use of the HERO …
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By Joseph Back
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1/31/26
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Vehicle batteries groaned and furnaces strained last week across South Washington County, as forecasts with an extreme cold warning Friday, followed up with cold weather warning Friday night into …
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By Joseph Back
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1/31/26
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St. Croix Falls, Wis. — The National Park Service invites public participation in the final draft of the Comprehensive River Management Plan for the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. This draft …
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1/31/26
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The city of Newport has two new fire captains. Approved via resolution in the Thursday, Jan. 22 consent agenda, Jason Hennagir and Tyler Hiveley will fill the two paid on-call fire captain positions, …
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By Joseph Back
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1/31/26
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On Thursday, January 29, Benedictine Living Community–Regina is opening its doors for a special Open House to share newly renovated community spaces that support Catered Living and supportive …
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1/24/26
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will host candlelight events across the state this winter, including at Afton State Park on February 7, 2026. Drop by from 5 to 8 p.m. to hike as stars …
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1/24/26
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Cottage Grove resident Wayne Schlicht has shared another update in his cancer journey. We reproduce it here:
Last night I told you I was nervous. Today I can finally exhale.
My January 13, …
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1/24/26
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The Washington County Historical Society is excited to announce a program about Minnesota’s streetcar history on Wednesday, February 11 at 7 p.m. at the Washington County Heritage Center (1862 …
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1/23/26
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The city of Newport will host a Family Fun Night on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Loveland Park Skating Ranking, located at 1500 Glen Road in Newport. Attendees can enjoy night of …
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By Joseph Back
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1/23/26
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A volunteer for Basic Needs was detained at the Basic Needs food Market off Jamaica Avenue on Wednesday, Jan. 14, after 1 p.m. The man, described as a middle aged Latino man who pastors a Spanish …
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By Joseph Back
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1/23/26
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Get outdoors and enjoy what winter has to offer at Blizzard Bash from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14, at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park. This family-friendly event offers a mix of winter …
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1/23/26
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The Washington County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Jan. 13 at the Government Center in Stillwater, conducting much business. Included in board actions from Jan. 13 were a draft letter to …
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1/23/26
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Newport, MN — Dan Lund, former Mayor of Newport known for delivering practical reforms and standing up for his constituents, announced his candidacy today for the Minnesota Senate in District 53. …
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1/23/26
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Next Steps Pathways building continues to take shape off Jamaica Avenue and 70th Street South, in Cottage Grove. Once complete, the new expansion will allow Next Steps to move and expand from its …
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By Joseph Back
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1/23/26
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