The Roundabout

Thursday, August 20, 2025

Theo Franz
August 21, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

Welcome to your weekly Roundabout!

With early voting already underway, we’re breaking down five things to know about Tuesday’s Senate District 47 primary, a race that will decide who moves on to November’s general election. We’re also following the aftermath of two house fires likely sparked by severe storms, plans for a major expansion at a local child care center, and everything you need to know before Woodbury Days kicks off this weekend.

Election season, storm season, festival season, construction season, looks like we’ve got it all at once.

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Woodbury City Hall is the site of early voting in the city. | Image: Pat Mack

Five Things To Know About Tuesday’s Senate Primary Election

by Pat Mack | Published on August 20, 2025

The primary election for Minnesota Senate District 47 is Tuesday, August 26, although early voting is underway. Here are five things to know about the contest…

Tuesday’s primary election will determine the candidates who will advance to the fall general election on Tuesday, November 4. The governor called the election after the resignation of Nicole Mitchell, who was found guilty of two felony counts by a Becker County jury. The district includes the cities of Woodbury in Washington County and a portion of Maplewood in Ramsey County.

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City & County

Storms Likely Cause Of Two House Fires In Woodbury

by Pat Mack | Severe thunderstorms that rolled through Woodbury today are believed to be the cause of two house fires. No one was injured but both homes sustained significant damage.

Business

Child Care Center Planning Bigger Building

by Pat Mack | The Woodbury Planning Commission has approved a permit and site plan for Alma Flor Ada. The Spanish immersion center, which has a waiting list, plans to expand its capacity from 105 children to 220 in its new 14,470-square foot building at the intersection of Bielenberg Drive and Tamarack Road.

Events

Woodbury Days: Weinermobile, Other Highlights, Plus Tips On Getting There

by Roundabout Staff | The community’s three-day, family-friendly festival, Woodbury Days, begins Friday at Ojibway Park. The celebration is filled with events from classic carnival attractions to live music to the grand parade. Here’s a look at what to expect each day as well as a note about biking or busing to the grounds due to limited parking.