Tag: Harold Stassen

Various street signs in West St. Paul, Minnesota.

The Origin of Street Names in West St. Paul

The street names in West St. Paul reflect a history of early city founders, farmers, and financiers who helped build the city we know today. We’ll explore the origins of West St. Paul’s street names.

West St. Paul Hall of Fame Postcards

Created by local artist Carolyn Swiszcz, this postcard series features four prominent figures in West St. Paul history—Olivia Dodge, Devona Weatherhead, James Kennedy, and Harold Stassen.

Then & Now: Robert & Thompson

Here’s a look at the intersection of Robert Street and Thompson Avenue in 1958 and 2022.

Harold Stassen: West St. Paul’s Local Boy

West St. Paul’s most famous citizen is perhaps Harold Stassen, Minnesota’s youngest governor in history and a nine-time presidential candidate.

2020 Election Comes to West St. Paul: Caucus & Primary

Precinct Caucuses are February 25 and the Presidential Primary is March 3. Yes, two separate events to give your input to local and national politics.

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