Resident captures the scenic Powers Lake. Hobby photographer Ron Hawkins captured this sweet photo of his “better half,” Dee, on a calm July morning...
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Foodie Shares Her Inspiration Behind the Blog
Food blogger Tara Gazdik and her hipster hacks. Tara Gazdik is a creature of habit—but in 2014, she broke free from her comfort zone to start a food...
Indie Director Justin Atkinson Discusses Latest Project
Local filmmaker Justin Atkinson mirrors his own story in Bobby’s Intermission. The year is 1989. A young Justin Atkinson visits Vali-Hi Drive-In for...
Over 55 Years of Woodbury
Red Rock Township—created in 1858—was later renamed Woodbury Township in 1859 after Levi Woodbury, a New Hampshire Supreme Court justice and friend...
Meet a Woodbury Champion
Sometimes, a simple question is all it takes to launch a caring heart on a bigger mission. For over a decade, Claudia Millington has grown the...
Black History Month at SoWashCo Schools
Student groups join together to celebrate culture in the community. South Washington County schools will host its second annual district-wide Black...
Markgrafs Mushroom
Photograph at Markgrafs Lake showcases nature’s beauty. “I took this picture on October 12, 2021, while on a walk around Markgrafs Lake. I was out...
Bringing Floorball to the Mainstream
East Ridge High School student aims to grow the sport of floorball. Hugo Rouvinen may reside in the land of hockey, but for the East Ridge High...
Woodbury Heritage House Restoration
Our Woodbury Heritage Society owes a debt of gratitude for an astonishing group of community volunteers! Over two memorable weekends, multiple...
We have an idea Woodbury …
Best of Woodbury 2023 Guidelines … Let’s step into 2023 with the spirit of gratitude and support for our Woodbury community and its local businesses...
For the Love of Theater
Local leads Children’s Theatre company board. Silvia Perez had only been in the U.S. for one year when she attended her first performance at the...
Easy Ways to Create Nutritious Meals
Substitute these ingredients for healthier alternatives. Self-taught chef and recipe developer Molli Pletcher says eating healthy is in her DNA....
Freddie
Steve Plocher and his wife capture family pet Freddie’s loving persona. “Freddie likes everyone. My wife has Freddie certified as a therapy dog, and...
Learn, Grow and Connect with SoWashCo
SoWashCo shares its spring and summer educational opportunities. winter can blanket us with spring fever. The arrival of the SoWashCo Community...
Daydreaming Elmer
Photographer captures bittersweet memory. In January 2021, hobby photographer Lorrie Burdeski watched her dog create a sweet moment she had to...
Angel of Hope Memorial Coming to Woodbury
The Angel of Hope Memorial provides a space for parents to honor their lost children. “The first gift of Christmas was love. A parent’s love. Pure...
Three Local Girl Scouts Cultivate Connection
Three Girl Scouts bring a sense of pride and purpose to a senior living community. For the residents at Artis Senior Living of Woodbury, summers...
’Tis the Season to be Harmonious
Phil Thompson shares his musical endeavors through annual charity album. The holidays bring out jolly good feelings, and, for acclaimed pianist and...
Brothers Take Friendly Rivalry to the Slopes
All district PWER Alpine Ski Team looks forward to this season. There’s nothing better than a fresh blanket of snow, creating ideal conditions for a...
Basic Needs Thrift Shop Gives Back to SoWashCo Community
Basic Needs Thrift Shop helps families in need. For more than 25 years, the cities of Woodbury, Cottage Grove and other surrounding communities have...
