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Krystell Theisen Escobar, owner of Soul aWear Circular Fashion.

Soul aWear: Secondhand Clothing Boutique With Style, Repair, and Reuse at Heart

A new secondhand clothing boutique, Soul aWear Circular Fashion, opened in West St. Paul. “We make reuse really fun and enjoyable,” said owner Krystell Theisen Escobar who also owns kids clothing reseller Eco Chico.

FoodSmith for Sale: Owners Focus on Family, Hoping Restaurant Continues

The owners of the FoodSmith bistro pub in West St. Paul are seeking a buyer for the restaurant as they focus on family priorities.

2022 Santa Parade in West St. Paul

Santa Claus is coming to town, and he’ll be riding a vintage fire truck. For the third year in a row, Santa’s Holiday Hero Express is coming to West St. Paul.

Policing in West St. Paul: A Different Culture

Amid a national debate over policing, the West St. Paul Police Department sets itself apart with a different culture.

ISD 197 School Board to Vote on Mask Mandate

Following new CDC guidance, the ISD 197 school board will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, March 1 to consider dropping the mask requirement.

West St. Paul Teacher Among Teacher of the Year Candidates

Garlough kindergarten teacher Anne Bolsem has been named a candidate for the annual Minnesota Teacher of the Year award.

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Jan. 24, 2022

The West St. Paul City Council approved a resolution encouraging mask wearing, ran into confusion over prevailing wage requirements on city projects, and took the first step to reduce the number of required public hearings.

West St. Paul City Council Preview: Jan. 24, 2022

With the omicron variant of COVID-19 surging, West St. Paul City Council will consider enforcing a mask mandate. Other agenda items include ordinance changes to require fewer public hearings and allow free-standing solar power units, as well as appointing residents to city committees.

COVID Closures Hitting West St. Paul

The omicron variant of COVID-19 is prompting closures and staff shortages at local businesses and schools.

ISD 197 Extends Winter Break Due to Staff Challenges & COVID-19

The ISD 197 school board approved extending winter break by two days in response to staff wellness, staff shortages, and COVID-19 transmission.