1,000 Pints, Vote 'Person of the Year', Oakdale Man Begins Literacy Movement: Week in Review

In case you missed it, here are some highlights of Oakdale news that occurred between Monday, Dec. 10, and Friday, Dec. 14. 

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Monday

PHOTOS: City Kicks Off Second Indoor Market

The second annual Indoor Market kicked off on Saturday.

Community members and Tartan High School students delivered gifts to children and families in the area on Saturday.

Sold! What $289K Buys You in Oakdale and More

Oakdale Patch reports recent home sale prices in and around Oakdale.

'Major Snow Storm' in Oakdale; Share Your Photos on Patch!

A winter storm warning remains in effect for the Oakdale area until midnight. Oakdale could receive up to 10 inches of snow and travel is not being recommended unless absolutely necessary.

Snow fell heavily across Oakdale and much of the Twin Cities Sunday.

STORM AFTERMATH: Motorists Seek a Quicker Afternoon Commute

Monday morning’s rush hour was a commuter’s headache, as traffic crawled on slick highways.

Tuesday

Oakdale's Free 'Winter Wonderland' is Back

The Winter Wonderland will be at the Oakdale Discovery Center on Saturday.

Patch Pro: How to Eat Healthy During the Holidays

How can a person eat healthy during the holidays? We don't know either. That's why we invited some experts for you to ask.

Did you decorate your house for the holidays this year? Enter our "Deck the House" contest and you could win $100,000 for your local school district and $500 to pay your electric bills!

Wednesday

The Oakdale city council adopted the 2013 General Fund Budget and tax levy.

Thursday

POLL: Vote for Oakdale Patch's Person of the Year

Who did you vote for? Share why in our comments section.

Craigslist: The Best of Oakdale — Dec. 13

What's selling on the web in Oakdale?

Washington County Announces 2013 Hours for Libraries

After a year of Sunday and Monday closures, the Woodbury library will be open seven days a week (except summer months) starting in 2013.

Punch Pizza Locating Near Oakdale

The wood-fire pizza shop made the announcement on its Facebook page.

Parent’s Talk: Finding Activities for Kids During Winter Break

The winter break hiatus from school is coming up soon for kids. How will you embrace the break?

Friday

Hope Church in Oakdale will have donated more than 1,000 pints of blood in January.

Statewide Literacy Program Launches in Africa Due to Oakdale Man's Efforts

An Oakdale resident has started a movement that is sending several thousands of books to Africa.

Elementary School Needs Votes to Win Grant for Classroom with Autistic Students

Eagle Point Elementary has been nominated to receive a grant to provide technology to its classrooms that teach children on the autism spectrum. Eagle Point is currently ranked #615 in votes.

When Does School Close for Christmas Break?

Are you wondering when your child's winter break starts in the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District?

Longtime Oakdale resident and businessman Frank Orsello gives updates on a business that has moved in town, a local food shelf and 2012 in Oakdale.

Oakdale Patch Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary at Winter Wonderland Event

It's been two years since Oakdale Patch was launched. Stop by our booth at the city's Winter Wonderland event on Saturday to win prizes while we thank our readers for their support.

What Are USPS Deadlines for Mailing Holiday Packages?

The U.S. Postal Service offers tips and suggestions so holiday packages arrive in time for the holidays.

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