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3rd Act Craft Brewery celebrated its grand opening Sunday, Dec. 16 in Woodbury. It is the city's first brewery. Hannah Black / RiverTown Multimedia
'A little bit of St. Paul right here in Woodbury'
With its yellow string lights, comfort food and a growing list of original brews, the 3rd Act Craft Brewery taproom is a cozy suburban haven....
 Business/Small Business December 19, 2018 - 5:00am
Ashley Kavitz threw a party last November for her mother’s 58th birthday at one of Robin’s favorite restaurants, Pier 500. Pictured with Ashley and Robin is Nick Yoder, who has been a huge support to them both. Submitted photo to Hudson Star Observer.
Degenerative brain disease changes everything for area realtor
Robin Kavitz has been a successful member of the Hudson business community for close to 25 years, first as the advertising director for the Star-Observer...
 lifestyle/health August 15, 2014 - 12:23pm
The driver of this vehicle died following a single-vehicle accident on I-94 near Hudson Wednesday morning. The name the driver is not expected to be released until Thursday morning. Photo by Rick Wold
Sept. 28, 2011: UPDATE: Hudson Ford sales manager killed in I-94 crash
The victim of a one-car crash Wednesday morning on I-94 at milepost 4 has been identified as Daniel L. Anderson, 42, of Baldwin.
 News/accidents September 28, 2011 - 11:13am
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Wisconsin state trooper Loren David Johnson, 31, of Somerset, has been charged with drunken driving in connection with an accident early Sunday morning, Dec. 28, on the roundabout on Hwy. 65 at I-94, south of Roberts. (St. Croix County Sheriff's Department mug shot)
State trooper, Somerset coach involved in crash; trooper charged with DWI
An off-duty Wisconsin state trooper was arrested for driving while intoxicated following an accident early Sunday morning that left his passenger,...
 News/accidents December 30, 2014 - 4:48pm
The fire tower lighting warmed the crowd gathered behind Sandy's Clothing and Art in Stockholm. Steve Gardiner / RiverTown Multimedia play button
WATCH: Stockholm celebrates winter solstice early
STOCKHOLM, Wis.—A burning Christmas tree, several bonfires, dozens of luminaries, and fire dancers were all part of the Fire of Stockholm...
 community/events December 19, 2018 - 5:00am
Michael Berndt
Viewpoint: The power of a two-year degree
Workforce development is a critical issue in Minnesota and in our region. According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development,...
 opinion/columns December 17, 2018 - 6:00am
St. Croix Central School district welcomes new staff
St. Croix Central School District will add 15 new staff members and teachers to its roster, and also had three staff members change positions,...
 News/education September 4, 2017 - 9:00am
Hastings head wrestling coach and assistant principal Josh McLay is accused of misappropriating between $11,000-$12,000 of raised/donated funds after an investigation by the district over the past two months. Alec Hamilton / RiverTown Multimedia
Hastings wrestling coach investigated for misappropriation of funds
The Hastings School Board held a special session Nov. 26 to discuss an investigation into alleged misappropriation of funds by assistant principal...
 sports/wrestling November 30, 2018 - 3:47pm
Dayton's legacy is as champion for Students, teachers and schools
When Gov. Mark Dayton and I took office in 2011, Minnesota faced a $6 billion shortfall, and the state's public schools had weathered more...
 opinion/letters December 17, 2018 - 2:00pm
Ralph Marquardt of Cottage Grove and his 1963 Ford Falcon Cayuse (above) will be featured on an episode of the Discovery Channel series "Sticker Shock" next month. Photo courtesy of Ralph Marquardt
Cottage Grove man will appear on Discovery Channel series
Ralph Marquardt of Cottage Grove owns bragging rights as the owner of a 1963 Ford Falcon Cayuse. If the name of that car doesn't ring a bell,...
 community/people June 5, 2018 - 5:00am
Sen. Matt Little, DFL-Lakeville, and Sen. Jim Abeler, R-Anoka, listen as diabetes patients discuss the rising cost of insulin. Photo courtesy of the Minnesota Senate.
Minnesota lawmakers consider regulations on insulin pricing
Ahead of the legislative session, state lawmakers are exploring proposals including creating an emergency supply of insulin and setting price...
 News/government and politics December 18, 2018 - 5:00pm
Gov. Scott Walker, shown here during a 2018 bill signing in River Falls, will take action on lame-duck legislation on Dec. 14 in Green Bay. File photo
Wisconsin roundup: Walker to take action on lame-duck bills; heavy drinking aside, Wis. is … pretty healthy?; more state news stories
Gov. Scott Walker announced Friday morning that he will take action at noon in Green Bay on the lame-duck legislation package approved last week....
 News/government and politics December 14, 2018 - 10:14am
Sheriff’s deputies were called to a two-vehicle crash at 7:28 a.m. at Highway 63 and County Road G in the town of Emerald, where a New Richmond man was pronounced dead at the scene. Jordan Willi / RiverTown Multimedia
UPDATE: New Richmond man killed in 2-vehicle crash
Authorities said the rising morning sun may have been a factor in a Thursday crash that killed a New Richmond man. The St. Croix County Sheriff's...
 News/accidents October 4, 2018 - 1:59pm
Aaron Joppru is shown preparing for an attempt in the WIAA Division 2 state pole vault event at La Crosse in 2014. Joppru won the state championship in that event.
Somerset graduate Aaron Joppru killed in motorcycle accident (funeral information added)
Aaron Joppru, a member of the Somerset High School Class of 2014, was killed in a motorcycle accident on Tuesday in Seattle, Wash. Joppru was...
 sports/track and field October 24, 2018 - 3:36pm
Robin and Don Kelley, owners of Kelley Gallery in Hudson, pictured here at their wedding, were killed in a one-vehicle crash in Polk County on Saturday, Oct. 27. The two are remembered in the community for their loving, caring personalities. Submitted photo
Kelleys remembered after fatal crash
Hudson Kelley Gallery owner Don Kelley had never been happier than when he was with his wife, Robin. Don and Robin were soulmates, his sister...
 News/accidents October 30, 2018 - 4:03pm

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