A local artist designed and installed fairy doors in 16 parks across West St. Paul. “Hopefully, this spurs more curiosity,” said Travis Olson.

A local artist designed and installed fairy doors in 16 parks across West St. Paul. “Hopefully, this spurs more curiosity,” said Travis Olson.
Started in 2013 by a West St. Paul teenager, the ALS Wiffleball Tournament has raised more than $20,000. This year’s event is at the Sports Complex on June 3.
Award-winning local author Julie Schanke Lyford is raising support for her newest children’s book, Adi’s Animal Adventure, on Kickstarter.
“Do it with an open and accepting heart. Don’t be judgmental, be ready to have your feelings hurt,” said author Luci Hollenkamp, encouraging people to consider becoming foster parents.
A new sit-down restaurant is bringing a mix of American and Ethiopian food to West St. Paul. Located in the former dance studio space on Dodd Road, Betty’s Kitchen will open on February 1.
“We need new people with new ideas,” said Karen Griffin, former president of Friends of the Wentworth Library.