Politics & Government

Woodbury Fire, Developments in Murder Cases, Arsonist Arrested: East Metro News Roundup

A quick look at the top headlines from last week around the Twin Cities east metro area and Hudson.

Below is a collection of the top news articles from our East Metro Twin Cities sites including Hudson, Stillwater, Oakdale and Woodbury.

Woodbury

Photos: Woodbury High School Puts on 'Our Town'

Performances of the classic play begin Thursday, May 2.

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Complaint Leveled Against Woodbury High School Baseball Coach

Because of state data practices law, school officials were unable to elaborate on the situation, but the district did take administrative action.

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Update: ‘Total Loss’ in Woodbury Duplex Fire

The fire broke out at about 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the 10000 block of Kingsfield Lane.

Scenes of Spring in Woodbury

Local photographer Kelly Anne Grundhauser caught these images of folks enjoying the nice weather over the weekend.

Oakdale

Tran Found Incompetent to Stand Trial in Fatal Child Shooting Case

The man accused of killing 9-year-old Devin Aryal in a February shooting has been found incompetent to stand trial.

A benefit for the Vang family, whose townhome collapsed during a fire last month, is set for May 14 at the Oakdale school.

Oakdale Garage Sales: What People are Selling and Where

The citywide event is set for this week.

Are You Still Holding Your Garage Sale?

After snow on Thursday, some people have decided to skip or postpone their garage sales. Are you? Let people know in the comments section below.

Stillwater

Prosecutors Dismiss Murder Charges Stemming from Bar Fight in Downtown Stillwater

Murder charges against Eric Richard were dismissed by the Washington County Attorney's Office because the medical examiner could not rule Adam McCloud's death a homicide.

The Bahneman’s are holding a tree planting—from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18—at Triangle Park on Stillwater's South Hill to make a lasting improvement to Annie's favorite neighborhood park, in her honor.

MnDOT: Lawsuit Could Extend St. Croix Bridge Project into 2015

An affidavit filed in federal court this week states the state's transportation department and the USDOT could be forced to pay out acceleration payments to get the project done on time thanks to a lawsuit filed by a Maple Grove-based construction company

Hudson

PHOTOS: SUV Crashes Through Hudson Tanning Salon

First responders were called to  Touch of Sun Tuesday afternoon after a woman’s medical boot got caught on the accelerator, causing her vehicle to crash through the front window of the tanning salon.

Hudson Schools Closed Thursday for Rare May Snow Storm

Hudson Schools are closed on Thursday because of inclement weather.

UPDATE: Roberts Man Charged in St. Croix Central Elementary School Arson

Justin Nelson, 24, of Roberts, has been named as the arson suspect in Tuesday's St. Croix Central Elementary School Fire.

How You Can Help St. Croix Central Elementary School

Whether you are looking to give books, school supplies or cash, a Hudson business is ready to facilitate your donation to help the St. Croix Central Elementary community get back on its feet following Tuesday's fire.

 

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