The Roundabout

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Author

Theo Franz
March 05, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

Good morning!

This week’s Roundabout begins with Mayor Anne Burt’s State of the City address, where she reflected on the past year and outlined what’s ahead for Woodbury. We also have updates on city projects, new business activity and upcoming community events across Woodbury.

Also, be sure to check the “In Other News” section below for additional links to stories connected to Woodbury that you may have missed.

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Mayor Burt wore a blue coat during the State of the City address on Feb. 26 as a part of her announcement that the city will soon be incorporating the color into their city logo and across the website. (Credit/Manali Shah)

Mayor Burt Reflects On Past, Puts Sights On Future At Annual State Of City Address

by Manali Shah | Published on March 4, 2026

At the State of the City address on Feb. 26, Woodbury Mayor Anne Burt highlighted the major projects the city has embarked upon and milestones achieved by the city in 2025.

Mayor Burt began by acknowledging the three state representatives who were also present inside a full Central Park room: Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger, the new state senator representing District 47; Shelley Buck, Woodbury’s house representative from District 47A who was elected to the seat vacated by Hemmingsen-Jaeger; and Ethan Cha, house representative for District 47B.

City residents, former and current city council members, city officials, Washington County and Metropolitan Council officials were also among those present.

 

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City & County

Washington County Hosting Free STI Testing Clinic March 9

by Beth-Ann Bloom

Free testing for sexually transmitted infections (STI) will be offered on Monday, March 9 from 1:30 until 3:30 p.m. at the Washington County Service Center on Woodlane Drive behind Kohl’s.

Business

Herman Miller Store Opening At Woodbury Lakes

by Pat Mack

Herman Miller, the iconic furniture design brand, will open a store at Woodbury Lakes by the end of May, a company spokesperson said in an email to Woodbury News Net.

Out & About

Events: Free Park Day, Night Nature Programs and Community Expo

by Woodbury News Net Staff

This week’s events include a hula hoop performance, International Women’s Day tap takeover, youth outdoor program, nature programs at Afton State Park, a symphony concert and family-friendly activities like inflatables and breakfast with the bunny.

In Other News

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Woodbury News Net is thankful for the financial support received from these Founding Sponsors:

 

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3rd Act Craft Brewery

 

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