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Thursday, May 21, 2026
Theo Franz
May 21, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes
Good morning.
I have always considered Memorial Day weekend the official start to summer. Yes, the weather is one indicator, but there’s nothing like a three-day weekend of watching fast cars and parades. And with it being my golden birthday on Monday, it feels even more special.
But before you send yourself off to the cabin, catch up with what’s been going on in Woodbury! Manali Shah writes this week’s top story on East Ridge’s principal’s final term before retiring and the impact he left on a multitude of students.
Other stories for this week include Woodbury being ranked as one of the top cities to live in America, the state approving millions to the La Lake Park project, and how to help those vegetables grow big and strong.
Enjoy!
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Top Story
East Ridge Principal Jim Smokrovich Retires, Reflects On 11-Year Legacy
by Manali Shah | Published on May 19, 2026
Principal Jim Smokrovich sits relaxed in his chair as he answered questions about his years as the person in charge at East Ridge High School.
Wearing a jacket with the East Ridge Raptors logo, his demeanor was approachable and ready to assist. That’s how he is. Ready to help — be it a problem facing a student or a visitor asking directions in the maze of a 380,000-square-foot high school.
News
 | Woodbury Named One Of America’s Best Places To Live In New Rankingby Theo FranzWoodbury ranked No. 112 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-27 Best Places to Live list released Tuesday, placing fourth among Minnesota cities included in the rankings. |
More from News
City & County
 | State Approves $2 Million For Woodbury Park Projectby Pat MackThe bonding bill passed at the end of the state legislative session on Sunday included $2 million for the La Lake Park Restoration and Development Project in Woodbury. |
More from City & County
Out & About
 | Events: Flag Presentation, Archery in the Park and Circus Manduhaiby Woodbury News Net StaffTo submit an event for inclusion on this calendar, send an email to [email protected]. Please include a link where readers can go for further information. |
Gardening
 | Garden Blog: Giving Your Plants Somewhere To Go With Support Structuresby Ying LiangBy now many gardeners have tomatoes, cucumbers, pole beans, snow peas and squash in the ground, and this week, before those plants put on much more size, is exactly the right time to get supports in place. |
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