Lumberjack Days Replacement, Shutdown, Northern Lights: East Metro News

Hudson

Shutdown Could Leave St. Croix River Tourist Money on the Table

Autumn Fest in St. Croix Falls is taking a hit, the Star Tribune reported.

Northern Lights: Did You See Them?

One skywatcher saw the aurora borealis from Vine Street in Hudson at about 12:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Duffy Won't Take Congress Pay During Shutdown: Report

As other members of Congress justify taking their pay, the Republican representing Hudson says no, according to Newsline 9's Daniel Woodruff.

'It's a (Bleepin') Law!': Jon Stewart, Piers Morgan Tangle with Rep. Sean Duffy on Shutdown

Duffy sent Stewart into bleep-ridden spasm on 'The Daily Show,' while Morgan debated the congressman representing Hudson on CNN.

Oakdale

Oakdale Gears Up for Inaugural Art Fair

Titled “The Nature of Art,” the two-day event will be held at the Oakdale Discovery Center.

Oakdale’s Spartan Martial Arts Expands

The studio is looking to attract clients who want the martial arts workout, but don’t want to fight.

Local Teacher Gets Big Surprise

After being nominated by the Carver Elementary School principal, Kira Fischler received $1,000 worth of school supplies Tuesday.

Stillwater

RiverJamSawmillCitySpirit? Logjam of Lumberjack Days Successors Thins to Three

The Stillwater City Council set an Oct. 15 meeting to hear proposals on future summer festivals, according to reports.

See Phil Housley's First TV Interview as Coach in NHL

From coaching hockey at Stillwater High School to the Nashville Predators.

In One Week, Nearly 200 Comments on Stillwater Area School District Online Levy Forum

'Why does it have to be strictly about you and your benefits?' 'You are using the same scare tactics' 'I am very concerned about the safety of kids'

Sen. Karin Housley Witnessed Viking Invasion of England

She saw Minnesota stun the Steelers at London's Wembley Stadium.

Woodbury

Hotel, Grocery Store, Restaurant, Office Space: Concept Plans for State Farm Campus in Woodbury

Elion, which is under contract to purchase the property, unveiled its plans for the 100-acre site Thursday at the Woodbury Business Classic.

Katy Perry 'Roar' Fan Contest: A Day in the Life of the Royals

The description of the video: "Woodbury High School 2013-2014 Homecoming week video. This video was entered into Good Morning America's 'Roar With Katy Perry' Contest."

Woodbury Middle School Teachers Get Sam’s Club Surprise

Looking to help defray out-of-pocket expenses for classroom materials, Sam’s Club gave out $50 gift cards to 20 teachers on Thursday.