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"West St. Paul Water Tower" by Sam Goetsch

West St. Paul Water Tower Postcard by Sam Goetsch

Our latest postcard just went out to our members. It’s by local artist Sam Goetsch and features the West St. Paul water tower.

West St. Paul Reader Year in Review: 2025

We look back at 2025 with top stories, favorite stories, and key moments. None of this would be possible with out the support of our 360 members.

Inaugural West St. Paul Good Neighbor Awards

This week the West St. Paul City Council recognized four residents with the first-ever Good Neighbor Awards, including a helpful handyman, a local journalist, and two renters who beautify their building’s common areas.

Level Up Local News: Thanks for Your Support

Our member drive ended last week with 45 new, upgraded, and gifted members supporting local news. Thank you!

The Economics of Local News: How’s It Work?

Real talk about the economics of local news and why we need your support.

Good Neighbors: What Members Say

Members say: “It boosts my WSP pride!” “Needed bright spots,” “I feel more informed about my community.”

Level Up Local News: 2025 Member Drive

It’s time to level up local news. Help us unlock new levels and expand our coverage by supporting our member drive.

"Dodge Nature Center, Early Spring" by Andrew Carr

View of Dodge Nature Center Postcard

Our latest postcard just went out to members featuring Dodge Nature Center. We commissioned local artist Andrew Carr to create the scene.

Intern Juan Miguel Adams Shares Lessons on People, Stories, and Chicken

As our 10-week summer internship wraps up, we talk with our intern about what he’s learned, favorite stories, and more.

West St. Paul Reader founder and editor Kevin D. Hendricks with intern Juan Miguel Adams.

Help Us Pay Our Intern

This is the last week of our summer internship—and we need your help to pay our intern. Step up now to help out and get a free West St. Paul sticker.