Welcome to the September 2023 Issue

Welcome to the September 2023 Issue

This September 23 marks the first day of fall—I, for one, will be celebrating life as a newlywed with my husband while enjoying the crisp air, pumpkin goodies and cozying up in my favorite blankets and sweaters. This issue features the themes of art and fashion, both...
Alex Braun Reigns on 44-year Drought

Alex Braun Reigns on 44-year Drought

48-0 record capped with state championship. “I’m scrappy and willing to get after it, and leave everything on the mat.” — Alex Braun, WHS wrestler and state champion Justin Smith, head coach of the Woodbury High School (WHS) wrestling team, calls Alex Braun a mat rat....
New One Woodbury Event Unites City

New One Woodbury Event Unites City

Woodbury celebrates its diverse community through an all-new inclusive event. This September, Woodbury residents have the opportunity to celebrate the faces and cultures that make up our diverse community at the new One Woodbury event. “The idea for the event came to...
Custom Sewing by Heather Crafts Dream Dresses

Custom Sewing by Heather Crafts Dream Dresses

Heather Baldridge helps brides alter and reimagine the wedding gowns of their dreams. As they say, necessity is often the mother of invention. And, in this case, it was necessity—plus a lot of love and passion—that inspired Woodbury’s Heather Baldridge to launch her...
Hike a New Trail

Hike a New Trail

There’s a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of the east Metro. Belwin Conservancy’s newest trail system, Oxbow Trails, officially opened for public hiking in June. The idyllic 1.25-mile chipped trail in Afton takes visitors through wooded ridges, under shaded groves...
Big Truck Day 2023

Big Truck Day 2023

Children are encouraged to explore all types of vehicles. The City of Woodbury Parks and Recreation is partnering with Woodbury Public Safety and the Washington County Library for the 13th annual Big Truck Day event from 9 a.m.–noon on September 23. “At this event, we...
Raining Raptor

Raining Raptor

Photographer captures the spirit of football. “This is a photo of Logan Larson, who was a senior football player at East Ridge [High School]. It was taken at the Woodbury-East Ridge football game at Woodbury High School in October 2021,” says Pat Donaghy. “… In...
Pat Donaghy Pictures: Passion Behind the Lens

Pat Donaghy Pictures: Passion Behind the Lens

Pat Donaghy strives to capture the perfect moment to create long-lasting memories. Patrick “Pat” Donaghy is a well-known face and name among East Ridge High School (ERHS) athletes. The team photographer for ERHS football, volleyball and basketball, plus Stillwater...
How to Tackle Fall Planting

How to Tackle Fall Planting

Fall is here, which means it’s time to get to planting! That’s right: Fall is a great time to get out in the yard, see what’s missing and fill in those holes before the snow comes. Your new plants will love it, too, as it’s still warm enough for roots to establish...

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