Roundabout

Former Editors’ Note: We’re happy to announce we have hired a paid editor to steer The Roundabout as well as news coverage on our Woodbury News Net website. Matt McConico started Monday and edited this week’s stories. He and his family live in Woodbury, and he has great journalism experience as news director for KBJR in Duluth and for newsrooms in Illinois, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. We thank you for your support that made this giant leap forward possible. It’s not too late to donate! Just click the button to help us provide this service for free to everyone.

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-Pat Mack, former editor
-Manali Shah, former editor

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Sen. Nicole Mitchell Avoids Attempt To Expel From Senate

Republicans in the Minnesota Senate brought forward a motion to expel Sen. Nicole Mitchell (DFL-Woodbury). READ MORE HERE.

New Police Officer And Firefighter/EMTs In Woodbury

Woodbury Mayor Anne Burt officially swore-in one new Police Officer and four new Firefighter / EMTs at the January 22nd Woodbury City Council Meeting. Read about the ceremony HERE.

New Indoor Pickleball Courts Heat Up Winter In Woodbury

At any given time on any given day, there could be more than 100 people dinking and smashing their way to exuberant fun, playing pickleball indoors this winter in the Woodbury area. CLICK HERE to read more about two new indoor Pickleball facilities in Woodbury.

Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce 2025 Gala

2024 Award Recipients:
Lifetime Achievement: Clint Gridley, City Administrator, City of Woodbury
Educator of the Year: Karley Mejia, Woodbury High School
Public Safety Worker of the Year: Woodbury Police Officer James Stoffel
Everyday Hero: Shawn Sorrell
Nonprofit of the Year: American Legion Woodbury Post 501
Business of the Year: OffiCenters

Woodbury-based Company Providing Drug To Strategic National Stockpile

Woodbury-based Kindeva Drug Delivery’s global health security division Meridian Medical Technologies, LLC was awarded a contract for up to $129 million to supply DuoDote® to the Strategic National Stockpile. The drug would be used to treat nerve agent poisoning from an attack or accident.
CLICK HERE to read a statement from CEO Milton Boyer.

Woodbury Native Commits To Play Hockey At ASU

Henry Chmiel, whose parents practice dentistry in Woodbury, has committed to play hockey for Arizona State University. Read more about Henry and his announcement HERE.

Math and Sciences Academy (MSA) Charter School Expansion Approved

The Woodbury City Council approved a new location for the Math and Sciences Academy (MSA) Charter School. The new school would serve up to 1,525 students.  CLICK HERE for the expected construction start date.

Winter Clothing Drive Results

The Woodbury Community Foundation Winter Clothing Drive collected more than 1,800 items this season. Find the most successful donation sites by clicking HERE.

The Plastic-Free February Challenge!

Do you think you could give up plastics for a month? Washington County officials are challenging residents to do just that. 

Find out MORE about the Plastic-Free Challenge by clicking HERE.

Winter Salt Awareness Week

January 27-31, 2025 is Winter Salt Awareness Week.

CLICK HERE for the best ways to keep sidewalks slip-free, while keeping our waterways free of excess salt.

Two New Snowplow Names In Washington County

“Sir Plows a lot” and “Land of 10,000 Flakes” won the on-line voting contest.

Woodbury Native Stars For Oklahoma Wrestling

Freshman Alex Braun starred in his first career Big 12 dual start for Oklahoma Wrestling.  He scored the go-ahead takedown with six seconds left in the bout. The Woodbury native attended Woodbury High School.  

Word Scramble 6

1. LAGA

2. REEF

3. AWDAR

4. EPKICL

5. CLIPEO

   CLICK HERE for bonus words, hints, and answers.

Events: Seussical The Musical On Stage, Stars In The Sky

Seussical: The Musical, Jan. 31 through Feb. 8, Open Door Community Theatre. Family friendly performances at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1583 Radio Dr, Woodbury.

Winter Constellations Star-Watch Program, Friday, Jan. 31, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Lake Elmo Park Reserve’s Nordic Center. Attendees will get to know constellations such as The Big Bear, Orion the Hunter, Gemini the Twins, and Taurus the Bull, and hear the stories behind them. The event will be hosted by retired WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch, who has been hosting star-watch events and teaching astronomy for more than 50 years. The group will use large telescopes, among the largest mobile telescopes in Minnesota, for close-up views of the moon, Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and other wonders in the winter skies. Participants will receive a handout package with user-friendly star maps and constellation charts, apps, websites, a telescope-buying guide, and more. Dress to be outdoors for the majority of the program. Bring a lawn chair or anything else needed for comfort. Cost is $5 per person. Children aged 6 years old and younger are free.

Exclusive Movie Screening: Watershed--The Story of Minnesota Paralympic Swimmer Mallory Weggemann, Wed., Feb. 5 at 6:00 pm at Woodbury 10 Theatre. WATERSHED delves into the extraordinary life of seven-time Paralympic medalist, Mallory Weggemann as she trains for the Tokyo Paralympics amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The film provides an intimate portrayal of her journey, capturing the highs and lows of her swimming career alongside her and Jay’s personal struggle with infertility and undergoing IVF. Meet Mallory and her husband Jay and hear directly from them at the end of the screening. Advance tickets:  $15 adults, $10 students. Sponsored by the Minnesota Legislative Society.

CLICK HERE for more events.

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