With the sharp rise in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in West St. Paul since December, we’re sharing ongoing updates.
Garibaldi Mexican Restaurant Closing at End of the Month
After back-to-back hits from road construction and ICE activity, Garibaldi Mexican Restaurant is closing. Their last day open will be March 28.
West St. Paul City Council Preview: March 9, 2026
Major issues for Monday’s West St. Paul City Council meeting include management of the dome, emerald ash borer and tree replacement, and a potential Council salary increase.
Wentworth Library Reopens May 6
After a 13-month closure, Wentworth Library will reopen on May 6: “We are very excited to share the new space with our community,” said Branch Manager Stacy Lenarz.
Local Author Brings Smiles and Warmth With Two Events
Amore Coffee hosts a pair of events with local author Isaiah Allen: “My book is called A Smile, and right now, more than any time, I think that’s so important for the youth.”
ISD 197 School Board Recap: March 2, 2026
The ISD 197 School Board gave the administration the go ahead to make $2.5 million in cuts to the upcoming budget. The board also heard about a health clinic in the high school, Kindness Day, a student newspaper, and llamas at Mendota Elementary School.
West St. Paul Launches Community Events Calendar
“It can be hard to know what things are going on in town,” said West St. Paul’s Sam Murphy. So the city created a one-stop shop for local events.