Community
An Icy Reflection
“I have always been fascinated by the reflections in water and ice when seen up close and in the right light. It is always interesting to see the...
A Perfect Score
East Ridge High School senior Sophia Soo has made local history, becoming the first student in South Washington County Schools to earn a perfect...
The Woodbury Community Expo Is Back
Celebrate the businesses that make the community stand out. The Woodbury Community Expo is back and better than ever from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. March 28....
ParT Barn Takes a Successful Swing at Entertainment
A new restaurant and golf venue offers cool-weather fun. Ready for a new kind of night out? The ParT Barn, a restaurant and bar featuring...
Local Athletes Compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Meet those from the East Metro who have gold medal dreams. The Opening Ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games arrives on February...
Take the Woodbury Polar Plunge
This February 14, Woodbury residents can take part in the 12th annual Polar Plunge (plungemn.org) at Carver Lake Park, 3175 Century Ave. S. The...
Harvest of Flowers
“My husband purchased a beautiful trug for my 50th birthday, and I was inspired to fill it with flowers from my yard,” says hobbyist photographer...
The Amazing Achievements of Alyssa Wang
One student is a leader in the arts, science and sustainable initiatives. At just 17, Woodbury’s Alyssa Wang is making an impact that stretches from...
Casa de Corazón Celebrates the Richness of Latin Culture
When Natalie Standridge couldn’t find childcare that met her needs and values after the birth of her daughter, she did what any natural entrepreneur...
Battle Creek Lake Ice
“The snow was shoveled away on Battle Creek Lake last January, either for ice fishing or snowmobile racing, which made it perfect for us to kick...
Healing in Honduras With Summit Orthopedics
Students experience operating rooms and patient care through a medical mission trip. A group of students from across the East Metro each share...
Hockey Day Minnesota Celebrates 20 Years
Experience one of Minnesota’s biggest winter events. For many Minnesotans, and the nearly 5,000 people attending this year’s Hockey Day Minnesota,...
Meet Bill Sawyer
A 30-year Woodbury resident, Bill Sawyer volunteers for several organizations, including the Relay for Life of SoWashCo. “Through the years, we...
YELA Graduation
In late 2025, the Woodbury Community Foundation celebrated its graduating YELA (Youth Engagement Leadership Academy) class. YELA is a five-week...
Alma Flor Ada Academy Plans To Expand
The early-learning Spanish immersion school grows to fit the community’s needs. Since 2020, Alma Flor Ada Spanish Immersion Early Learning Academy...
Photos With Santa for a Good Cause
Celebrate Christmas with your family pets and benefit the Woodbury Police K9 fund. Pet parents, get your furry family members’ picture taken with...
Music Meets Meaning With the Band Twin Citizen
One local band blends sound, story and recovery. Twin Citizen’s sound might be shaped by the band’s instruments and musical technique, but its...
Susan Link Shares Her Prevention Story
Susan Link advocates for awareness of two little-known heart health conditions. When Woodbury resident Susan Link turned 60, the milestone birthday...
Spectacular Singers
For years, Aspire Music Academy (aspiremusicacademy.com) has given parents and children the opportunity to perform together on stage during its...
