Juan Miguel Adams

Interviews

West St. Paul Filmmaker Awarded Bush Fellowship to Transform Native Storytelling

West St. Paul resident Leya Hale, a documentary producer at Twin Cities PBS, was one of the 30 people selected this year to receive the Bush Fellowship, which grants her $150,000 to support her leadership plans.

Commerce

Ardis Beauty Brings Korean Skincare Experience

Ardis Beauty, a new cosmetic store in West St. Paul, offers a hands-on experience with Korean skincare. Featuring popular K-beauty brands, it aims to bring something fresh to the local beauty scene.

West St. Paul Eats

Taco Journey: A Trip Through West St. Paul’s Mexican Grocery Stores

Reviewing tacos at Abarrotes La Doña, Village Market, and El Destino Market in West St. Paul.

City Council

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Aug. 11, 2025

The West St. Paul City Council discussed updates to cannabis and liquor ordinances, city office summer hours, and reviewed strategic priorities such as public art and community engagement. They also welcomed the new Met Council representative.

Events

Dakota County Artist in Residence Invites Community to Weave Nature and Art

Artist Ifrah Mansour will lead multiple weaving workshops as part of a multi-site participatory public art project.

Commerce

Florals, Plants, and Art Classes Coming to West St. Paul with Poppy and Wonderments

Poppy and Wonderments, a studio offering florals, plants, and other artwork, along with art classes and a photo studio, is coming to Annapolis Street in West St. Paul.

City Council

West St. Paul City Council Recap: July 14, 2025

Updating a prevailing wage standard that’s nearly a quarter of a century old was the main topic of discussion for the West St. Paul City Council. They also covered Robert Street trees, a building materials ordinance, and a exterior improvement grant for Clean n’ Press.

Mr. Mustacheo owners Luis Gomez and Rene Roque

West St. Paul Eats

Mr. Mustacheo Brings Mexi-Wings, Tacos, and Fusion Flavors to West St. Paul

Mr. Mustacheo, an authentic Mexican restaurant serving Mexi-wing and tacos, along with some mash-up dishes like a sushi burrito, is coming to the former Hamburguesas El Gordo location.

Mayor Dave Napier swears in Police Officer Lucas Newinski.

City Council

West St. Paul City Council Recap: June 23, 2025

Updating a prevailing wage standard that’s nearly a quarter of a century old was the main topic of discussion for the West St. Paul City Council. They also covered Delaware Avenue reconstruction, the police department’s embedded social worker program, and honored the late Rep. Melissa Hortman.

Education

Two Rivers Girls’ Flag Football Team Wins District Title With No Subs

A group of five varsity players on the Two Rivers girls’ flag football team pulled off back-to-back playoff wins with no substitutes, earning their place in the state tournament.