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Thursday, April 23, 2026

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Theo Franz
April 23, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes

Good morning.

At top story, the debate over how Woodbury should respond to a potential ICE facility continues to draw strong opinions at City Council meetings, with residents and council members still debating four months later.

We also highlight other community-focused efforts, from a new tree rebate program to early conversations around a possible food co-op.

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Top Story

Woodbury Council, Residents Divided On How To Oppose ICE Facility

by Theo Franz | Published on April 23, 2026

Two days short of the four-month mark since news broke of a possible ICE detention center in Woodbury, the issue remains a priority at City Hall. Not over opposition, but how to oppose.

At Woodbury's City Council meeting Wednesday, residents again filled the chamber to push for a formal resolution opposing any future ICE detention facility, presenting a unified message that the city's proclamation issued April 8 was not enough, as resident Susan Asplin told the council.

“In the past month, community members drafted and presented a resolution… restricting the use of city property for federal immigration enforcement activities,” Asplin said, adding that more than 150 residents signed a petition supporting it.

 

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City & County

Woodbury Tree Rebate Program Offers Up To $199 Per Tree

by Beth-Ann Bloom

Woodbury is encouraging residents to replace trees removed due to damage or disease and will provide up to $199 reimbursement per tree for up to three trees. This program, to restore the shade tree canopy, has very specific requirements.

Business

Could A Food Co-Op Come To Woodbury? Residents Asked To Weigh In

by Pat Mack

A grassroots group is seeking resident input on starting a member-owned food co-op in Woodbury.

 

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Out & About

Events: Button Design Contest, Earth Day Activities and Taste of the Valley

by Woodbury News Net Staff

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