Rewind: Missing Man, Major Roadwork Project, Blotter Breakout
Taking a look back at the news of the week in Woodbury.
In case you missed some of the week’s top stories, here’s a recap.
Monday
Woodbury Fire Department Seeks New Firefighters
Full disclosure, the editor’s good friend is a paid-on-call firefighter in another city. He says it’s very rewarding.
College Grads, Scholars from Woodbury
I received a few submissions from parents this week. If you want to recognize your college student, email me at kris.janisch@patch.com.
Tuesday
Jail Time, Probation for Man Who Choked, Threatened Woodbury Woman
A Fridley man was recently convicted of domestic assault after he choked his ex-girlfriend, threw her on the ground and said he would put her head through a window.
Bookawocky, Beach Reads and Brainpower
Nothing better than relaxing with a book at the cabin. What are you reading this summer? (Angela's Angle)
Wednesday
Update: Missing Man Found in Woodbury
News broke late Wednesday night, glad to see he came away unscathed.
Get Your Woodbury Block Signed Up for Night to Unite
These are always nice events and a good way to meet your neighbors and the Public Safety Department.
Thursday
Valley Creek Road Construction to Begin July 23 in Woodbury
You always see those “mark your calendar” things… Probably should this time.
Woodbury Girl at Olympic Trials: ‘Something I Will Never Forget’
What’s it like for a 15-year-old at the Woodbury trials? Find out from this young swimmer.
Friday
From Woodbury to Haiti, an Education in Public Service
Nice to see Woodbury folks donating their time.
Woodbury Community Foundation Announces New Board Members, Officers
Always a lot of big names around town on these lists.
Saturday
Police Blotter: Juvenile Shooting (Pellet Gun), Man in Leotards, ‘Wedgewood Gym’
One nugget: A home at the 2600 block of Windsor Lane was toilet-papered. The homeowner told Patch that “I was more upset that I missed the Grand Finals of the EVO World Championship Series because of it.”
Sold! Recent Home Sales in Woodbury
Big list this week, and Shawn Hogendorf (Stillwater Patch editor) has been adding Lake Elmo to the list.
Bonus 5:
—Garrison Keillor to Headline Local DFL Unity Picnic
—Video: Woodbury Little League Baseball
—Woodbury’s Math and Science Academy Names New Executive Director
—Woodbury Grad’s Documentary Debuts
—Woodbury Sen. Ted Lillie Named ‘One to Watch’ by Politics in Minnesota and Capitol Report
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