The Roundabout

Thursday, May 22, 2025

May 22, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes

Hello Woodbury!

This week’s roundup includes a mix of adrenaline and inspiration. A suspect dashed through an active soccer match during a police chase, a Woodbury teen is making waves nationwide for his autism advocacy, and a $92 million affordable housing development was announced.

Here’s the full scoop.

Co-Editors: Pat Mack, Manali Shah
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Top Story

Suspect Fleeing Police Drives Through Woodbury Soccer Fields

by Pat Mack | Published on May 17, 2025

A man wanted on felony charges led police in Woodbury on a high-speed chase and, at one point, drove onto soccer fields where games were being played.

“It was terrifying,” one witness said. The suspect was eventually arrested in Minneapolis. No injuries to the public were reported.

The Woodbury Public Safety Department said the chase began May 17 about 1:29 p.m. after police were alerted to a vehicle whose owner had outstanding warrants. Witnesses saw about 10 police cars in pursuit on Radio Drive near the soccer fields. One witness said police tried a precision immobilization technique maneuver but that failed to stop the suspect, who then drove on the soccer fields to elude authorities.

“Officers pursued the vehicle in order to apprehend this dangerous suspect,” police commander Tom Ehrenberg said in a statement. “The pursuit was continuously evaluated by officers as the event rapidly unfolded.”

City & County

Cops Get High On Donuts For A Good Cause

by Beth-Ann Bloom | Patrol Commander Tom Ehrenberg and other members of Woodbury’s police department climbed on the roof of Dunkin Donuts to support Special Olympics.

Info Sessions Set For Projects On Century, Lake Elmo Avenues

by Pat Mack | On Wednesday, May 28, the public can learn more about the work planned for the intersection of County Highway 10 (10th Street North), County Highway 17 (Lake Elmo Avenue North), and County Road 17B (Lake Elmo Avenue North).

Schools

Board Member Critical Of District’s Updated Equity Policy

by Beth-Ann Bloom | The South Washington County School Board will consider an updated equality and inclusion policy at today’s board meeting - a policy that has drawn criticism from one of its members.

Life

Woodbury Author’s Next Chapter: Her First Novel

by Pat Mack | Woodbury author Ann Schreiber’s novel, “Emily’s Next Chapter,” is out, and it’s a new chapter for her as well. It’s her first novel.

Local Teen Honored With Autism Advocacy Award

by Kathy Saltzman | Joe Yapp, a local high school student and Eagle Scout candidate, has been named a 2025 Lovis Hero Award recipient by the Lovis Foundation for his exceptional efforts in autism advocacy and education.

Business

Affordable Housing Project Planned For Woodbury

by Pat Mack | A $92 million, 237-unit affordable housing project has been announced for Woodbury. Broadway Street Development of St. Paul plans to begin construction early this summer on The Meadows at Prairie Ridge.

Ask WNN

Lawn Watering Restrictions Explained

by Beth-Ann Bloom | We’ve seen a few questions recently on social media about Woodbury’s lawn watering restrictions, so we thought we’d offer an explanation of what they are and why they’re in place.

Events Calendar

Yoga in the Park
Thursdays May 22-August 21, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Lake Elmo Park Reserve North Pavilion. Sessions open to all levels. $10 per session or $120 for season pass. Vehicle permit required.

Yaŋpá Spring-Wind Dakota Celebration & Nibi Waterwalk
Saturday, May 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. | At Battle Creek Regional Park Pavilion, 2401 Upper Afton Rd E, Maplewood. In honor of American Indian Month in Minnesota, Ramsey County Parks is hosting a day of healing, renewal, and Indigenous creativity.

Let's Make Stuff: Beginner Watercolor Embroidery Art
Saturday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to noon, and Tuesday, May 27, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m | R.H. Stafford Public Library, Woodbury. Participants will create their own Watercolor Embroidery Art by learning how to use watercolor on an embroidery project. We will share information on some basic embroidery stitches.

Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed: Squirrels Campfire Nature Program
Saturday, May 24, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | At St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park Outdoor Amphitheater. Presented by Dodge Nature Center. Will include a bonfire when conditions allow. Bench seating and grassy areas are available.

Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 26, at 11 a.m. | Woodbury Lions Veterans Memorial on the Woodbury City Hall Campus, Service honors those who gave their lives in service to our country.

Fun & Games