Thompson Avenue – West St. Paul Reader

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.

2023 Road Construction in West St. Paul

A list of the major 2023 road construction projects in West St. Paul.

Then & Now: Robert & Thompson

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

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Oct. 10, 2022

Street maintenance and marijuana regulation moved forward at the West St. Paul City Council. Discussion covered potentially removing stop signs at the Butler and Stassen intersection and some tense but postponed discussion over possibly shopping for a new city attorney.

3D rendering of Thompson and Oakdale roundabout

Thompson & Oakdale Trail & Roundabout Project

A roundabout is coming to the intersection of Thompson and Oakdale in West St. Paul in 2023, as well as sidewalks and trails on both streets.

Robert Street tunnel on the River-to-River Greenway in West St. Paul

River-to-River Greenway Tunnel Opens & What’s Next

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Robert Street tunnel and a rundown of future projects for the River-to-River Greenway in West St. Paul.

Sept. 13, 2021 West St. Paul City Council meeting

City Council Recap: Sept. 13, 2021

West St. Paul City Council waded into an unexpected debate over ward representation on the Planning Commission. Other topics included medical clinic denial and approval, city hall improvements, sidewalks and trails, and some important recognitions.

City Council Preview: Sept. 13, 2021

City hall renovations and new sidewalk/trails are on the agenda, as well as some conflict over medical clinic permits and a Planning Commission appointment.

City Council Recap: Jan. 25, 2021

The West St. Paul City Council heard from residents about an ongoing racial harassment issue, appointed citizens to committees, and covered a number of other topics.

City Council Preview: Jan. 25, 2021

On Monday the West St. Paul City Council will make appointments to committees and consider a range of city business, including translation, sidewalks, town hall meetings, finances, and more.