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Thursday, April 2, 2026
Theo Franz
April 02, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
Good morning.
For the top story this week, WNN takes a closer look at a growing scam targeting Minnesotans through crypto kiosks, as lawmakers push for new restrictions to curb the losses.
We also track the start of another demanding road construction season in Woodbury, along with updates on a statewide burn ban and ongoing county infrastructure projects. We also included our list of Easter brunches across the Twin Cities and east metro.
Have a great day!
Editor: Theo Franz
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Top Story
A crypto kiosk inside a Holiday gas station off of Eagle Creek Lane in Woodbury. (Credit/Manali Shah)
Minnesota Lawmakers Push Ban On Crypto Kiosks As Scams Target Seniors And Cost Residents Thousands
by Manali Shah | Published on April 1, 2026
It's as simple as receiving a call from an unfamiliar phone number.
The message worries you: “This is the Police Department. Your car was recorded crossing a red light. Pay your fine now in order to avoid arrest. Call this number for further details.”
The voice on the other end warns you to not hang up. You are directed to go to a cryptocurrency kiosk and deposit $500. In the following days and weeks, you end up making several such deposits, unknowingly falling victim to a the newest pervasive scam effecting thousands of Minnesotans.
News
 | Intense Road Construction Season Blooms In Woodburyby Pat MackPick your adjective: grueling, intense, tiring, formidable, demanding, arduous. Any and all apply to another road construction season kicking off in Woodbury. |
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City & County
 | Woodbury Included In Spring Burn Ban Across Minnesotaby Pat MackBeginning March 30, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is banning the burning of brush and yard waste in Washington County including Woodbury. |
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Out & About
 | Easter Brunches Across Twin Cities And East Metroby Beth-Ann BloomSince not everyone considers chocolate bunnies and jelly beans to be an appropriate holiday menu, it’s a good thing that the Twin Cities offer both prepared foods that you can serve in your own home on Easter as well as restaurants with festive brunches and dinners. |
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In Other News
Pioneer Press: More than 200 road projects on MnDOT’s list this summer, including big ones in St. Paul
Star Tribune: Opinion | Building bridges over coffee in Woodbury
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