Massive Garage Sale, Gay Marriage, X Marks the Spot: East Metro Rewind

Below is a collection of stories from east metro Patch sites

Thousands Descend on Woodbury for Lions Club Garage Sale

Every sale has something a little offbeat. What’s the oddest item that will be featured at your sale this week? Tell us in the comments section.

Osaka Now Open at Woodbury Lakes

The Japanese restaurant features a sushi bar and a dozen hibachi tables.

The new store is expected to open this summer. 

Snapshot: What’s With the Big ‘X’ Along Highway 5 in Oakdale?

There are about 100 signs posted in the area as part of Washington County’s aerial survey project.

Work Underway at New Oakdale Caribou Coffee

The new coffee shop is expected to open this fall.

Minnesota Health Department to Release Findings of PFC Study at Oakdale Meeting

Concentrations of perfluorochemicals are generally stable or declining, according to the MDH.

Rep. Kathy Lohmer, after Thursday's House vote to legalize same-sex marriage, said: "It is clear that this DFL majority is about destroying our economy ... destroying the best health care system in the world and now destroying the traditional family."

Summer in Stillwater: Artist Lineup Announced for Rock the Vine 4

Taking the stage this year's installment of Rock the Vine at St. Croix Vineyards is Mark Mallman, Roster McCabe, Actual Wolf, The Melismatics, Van Stee, Fathom Lane, Savannah Smith and The Hounds of Finn.

City Council Closes Public Beach at Lily Lake for 2013 Swimming Season

The public beach at Lily Lake in Stillwater will remain closed for the 2013 swimming season. Since 2010, two young children have died from Naegleria fowleri after swimming in Lily Lake.

Hudson's Little Free Library Awarded National 'Innovations in Reading Prize'

Each year, the National Book Foundation recognizes five organizations that demonstrate passion, creativity, dedication and leadership in creating and sustaining a lifelong love of reading. This year, Todd Bol's Little Free Library is one of those winners.

Volunteers Sought to Replant 'Indian Mounds' at Birkmose Park

The replanting effort starts at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 18 at Birkmose Park in Hudson.

Federal Judge Denies Request to Halt St. Croix River Crossing Project

A federal judge denied C.S. McCrossan’s request to stop roadwork of the St. Croix River Crossing while the courts determine whether or not MnDOT illegally rejected its bid to construct the approach work for the $626 million project.

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