Tag: John Ramsay

McDonald's playland (photo courtesy John Ramsay)

McDonald’s Playland in West St. Paul

The McDonald’s playland came to West St. Paul in 1975, drawing children from all over the metro. The iconic playground created memories for a generation of children before disappearing by the early 2000s.

Sibley School History Part 4: Grass Junior High School

An open field to the west of Heritage E-STEM Middle School in West St. Paul was once the home of Grass Junior High School. It served the community for nearly half a century before being torn down in 1998.

Sibley School History Part 3: Sibley High School

Sibley High School opened in 1952, a sprawling campus in the heart of West St. Paul that served the community for nearly half a century.

April 10, 2023 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: April 10, 2023

A Planning Commission appointment sparked conflict during the West St. Paul City Council meeting. The Council also debated relaxing the city’s sign ordinance to potentially allow murals and approved a resolution supporting No Mow May.

South Robert Street Business Association Celebrates 100 Years

West St. Paul’s South Robert Street Business Association, a charitable gambling organization that has given millions of dollars to local causes, celebrates their 100th anniversary this year.

The History of West St. Paul’s Albert Park

Albert Park is West St. Paul’s first and smallest park. It grew out of tragedy and has been the focus of mysteries and misnomers over time.

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