The Roundabout

Thursday, July 16, 2026

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Theo Franz
July 16, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes

Did anyone else check the sky last evening? Yesterday’s smoke-screened sun made me feel like I was on Krypton. Anyways, the news…

The WNN team has your back for the upcoming elections as we introduce this year’s voters guide, a one-stop source for updated candidate filings. Profiles on individual candidates and responses to questionnaires will be published as Nov. 3 nears.

Also this week, we covered the opening of Ironwood Lodge, this summer’s ongoing blood emergency, and two local restaurants participating in Summer’s Restaurant Week.

Thanks for reading, stay hydrated and be kind.

Editor: Theo Franz
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Top Story

Who's Running? A Guide To Local, State Candidates Serving Woodbury Voters

by Woodbury News Net Staff | Published on July 15, 2026

NOTE: This guide will be updated throughout the filing period as additional candidates enter races or candidate information changes. Readers interested in learning more about a candidate's platform or policy positions can visit the candidates' campaign websites by clicking on their highlighted names.

 

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News

Memorial Blood Centers Declares Second Summer Blood Emergency

by Beth-Ann Bloom

Minnesota is currently experiencing a blood emergency, and Woodbury residents can help.

City & County

No New Road Closures Announced As Woodbury Construction Continues

by Beth-Ann Bloom

Update: The city announced additional traffic changes Monday as work continues on the Valley Creek Road project. Valley Creek Road is scheduled to reopen between Donegal Drive and Interlachen Parkway Tuesday morning, with Interlachen Parkway also reopening in the area. Valley Creek Road east of Interlachen Parkway will remain closed.

Out & About

The 10 Best Movies Of 2026 (So Far)

by Hunter Friesen

This article is devoted solely to the best of the best, with a few likely to stick around throughout the latter half of the year. Viewing options have been provided for each title should you feel motivated to check them out, which I highly recommend.

Gardening Blog: It Is Time to Harvest Herbs!

By: Vicki Myatt, Woodbury Community Garden Committee

July is peak growing season for Minnesota gardens. July in Woodbury usually means hot sun and fast growth, and the gardens are putting on quite a show. Vegetables are ripening, flowers are bursting with color, and herbs are at their peak.

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