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The Optimist Club of West St. Paul is looking for the 2026 Optimist of the Year. They’re now accepting nominations, which are due May 6.
The Optimist Club of West St. Paul is looking for the 2026 Optimist of the Year. They’re now accepting nominations, which are due May 6.
The ISD 197 School Board heard an update on math curriculum and approved increases for health and dental insurance.
Local kids clothing resale boutique Eco Chico is cleaning up the community on Earth Day. They’re offering free ice cream from nearby Micho Love in exchange for picking up litter.
A look at the history of libraries in West St. Paul, officially starting in 1960 and spanning three buildings, but with roots going back to the 1920s.
The City Council approved a second and final cannabis dispensary, set a new direction for the 424 Butler townhouse project in a partnership with Habitat for Humanity, and failed to approve a salary increase for the first time in at least a decade.
After closing in late 2023 and reopening five months later, the West St. Paul Bingo Palace is now closing permanently. Their last day will be Saturday, April 18.
A few bike events are coming up in West St. Paul, including the annual West St. Paul Rider community bike ride and a helmet giveaway.
Council will consider a proposed cannabis dispensary, options for the 424 Butler townhouse project, and Council salary increases.
At the end of a school board meeting packed with updates and progress across the ISD 197, the superintendent raised the issue of a potential levy to help address an ongoing funding gap.
A stretch of fast food along Robert Street in 1980 compared to the same section today.
It’s the last week for the temporary library at the Dakota County Northern Service Center, which will be open through April 24. Wentworth Library reopens on May 6.
