Joe Atkins – West St. Paul Reader

"Vote Here" sign at West St. Paul city hall with Marthaler Park sign in background.

2026 Election: West St. Paul Voter’s Guide

Who’s running for office to represent West St. Paul? We’re tracking the ballot from City Council to Congress.

ICE Dominates Resident Concerns at Dakota County Town Hall

About 80 people attended a Dakota County town hall where concerns focused on ICE. Local police encouraged people to call 911 if they feel unsafe.

West St. Paul Man Arrested for Following Federal Agents With a Gun

Yesterday police arrested a man for allegedly trailing federal agents and brandishing a gun.

Knock Out Hunger Border Battle Is Back

A charity slugfest between West St. Paul and South St. Paul is happening again on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Volunteers are gathering to pack meals for local food shelves and see which city can pack the most.

2025 Legislative Impacts on West St. Paul

A bumpy and divided Minnesota legislative session resulted in few local gains, though Thompson Park gets help for future improvements.

5th annual West St. Paul Rider (photo by Adelaide Christensen)

Fifth Annual Bike Ride Around West St. Paul

The fifth annual West St. Paul Rider community bike ride featured about 125 people, donuts at the start, and an atmosphere of fun and joy.

Federal Cuts Impacting West St. Paul: 700 Trees & Trauma Response

President Donald Trump’s slashing of the federal budget trickles down locally, including cutting 700 trees and canceling a trauma response program.

Introducing a class at Thompson Park Activity Center.

Thompson Park Activity Center Part 1: Needed Connection for Older Adults

More than classes, activities, and fitness for older adults, Thompson Park Activity Center (TPAC), provides connection: “They needed to be here,” said Brenda Myran.

Dakota County solar carport ribbon cutting.

Dakota County Celebrates Solar Carport

With new solar projects, including a carport in West St. Paul, Dakota County now generates twice as much energy as it uses, a first-in-the-nation designation.

ISD 197 Names 2024 Warrior Hall of Fame

The 2024 Warrior Hall of Fame inductees include Gene Atkins, Laura Ashley Grattan, Erin Pash, and Scott Van.