GOVERNMENT
A few answers to fiscal cliff questions
The fiscal cliff is getting more and more attention with a Dec. 31 federal government deadline looming, but Americans seem to have a lot of questions: Just what is the fiscal cliff? The simple answe...
Posted on 11/19/12 at 4:47 PM
First day back to work at MnDOT
After 20 days of the Minnesota government shutdown, I was contacted by my supervisor yesterday afternoon (July 20) to go back to work today. The shutdown was over. The waiting was over. The anxiety w...
Posted on 7/22/11 at 12:02 AM
Bills, bills, bills: How local lawmakers stack up
Legislators are steaming through work at the Capitol, but how much of it has come from Woodbury-area lawmakers? Heres a quick run-down of how many bills area legislators have offered. Sen. Ted Lillie...
Posted on 4/6/11 at 4:06 PM
A Little Government Goes a Long Way
Employees at the Washington Conservation District like to joke that the District is the best-kept secret in the county. Their mission, to enhance, protect, and preserve the natural resources of Washin...
Posted on 9/17/10 at 8:15 AM
Wineries, wedding receptions considered by Afton Planning Commission.
Afton Planning Commission discussed the possibility of allowing for commercial event venues and wineries during its March 4 meeting.By Amber Kispert-Smith , March 13, 2013
Same-sex marriage advances in Minn. Legislature
ST. PAUL -- Legalizing same-sex marriage in Minnesota took a key step forward Tuesday but faces many hurdles to approval.By Danielle Killey , March 13, 2013
Roundabout proposed for another Woodbury intersection
By Riham Feshir , March 07, 2013
Lawmakers aim to curb school bullying
ST. PAUL -- A rural Minnesota woman said if some schools had better programs and plans to deal with bullying, her son might not killed himself.By Danielle Killey , March 06, 2013
Report: local economy starting to turn
By Riham Feshir , March 06, 2013
Minnesota health insurance marketplace moves ahead
ST. PAUL -- Minnesotans either will get a better deal on health insurance or they will face problems if the Legislature and governor agree on a new way for 1.3 million Minnesotans to buy health insurance.By Don Davis , March 05, 2013
Afton City Council briefs from Feb. 19
Sewage improvement project gets low-income funding; Wedding facility in Afton?; Residents to ‘Get Caught Recycling’; New planning commissioners; Guest apartments re-examined;March 01, 2013
Federal budget cuts likely will hit gradually
ST. PAUL -- Minnesotans may not know what the word means, but starting today they begin to feel the impact of automatic and deep federal budget cuts known as “sequestration.”By Don Davis , March 01, 2013
Smaller state deficit doesn't slow tax talk
ST. PAUL – Talk of tax increases continues even as economists anticipate a smaller state budget deficit.By Danielle Killey , March 01, 2013
"Autumn Ridge" gets final approval
“Autumn Ridge” – previously dubbed “Woodbury Estates” got the green light, which means local developer Tim Thone will soon begin construction on 20 high-end, single family homes in the rural 61 acre parcel.By Riham Feshir , February 28, 2013
One more building approved at Crossroads Commerce
The center, which already has five buildings, is almost at capacity, said David Johnson, one of the owners and developers of Crossroads Properties. “The interest that we’ve had has been very high,” he said. “We’re running out of space.”By Riham Feshir , February 28, 2013
State budget deficit smaller than first projected
ST. PAUL – Minnesota’s projected budget deficit for the next two years is lower than expected at $627 million, the Minnesota Management and Budget reported this morning.By Danielle Killey , February 28, 2013
Legislative notebook: Lawmakers want to increase elderly funding
ST. PAUL -- A proposal to increase Minnesota long-term care funding could help elder care as baby boomers prepare to retire, supporters say, but overall state budget questions threaten its future.By Don Davis , February 27, 2013
Sunday liquor sales stalled, short of a public outcry
ST. PAUL -- Minnesotans must loudly demand that lawmakers approve Sunday alcohol sales if the proposal has a chance to pass, its Senate sponsor says.By Don Davis , February 26, 2013
Latest Bielenberg amenities aim for fire pit, all-inclusive playground
By Riham Feshir , February 21, 2013
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