Dog Solution, Bill to Spur Development, Business Recap: Oakdale Rewind

In case you missed it, here are some highlights of Oakdale news that occurred between Monday, Feb. 25, and Sunday, March 3. 

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Monday

Senators Chuck Wiger and Susan Kent recently introduced legislation that is aimed at furthering economic development in Oakdale.

Sold! What $210K Buys You in Oakdale and More

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

Police Use Tracker Bracelet to Find Missing Lake Elmo Boy

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is crediting the SafetyNet by LoJach program, and its tracker bracelet, for quickly locating a 7-year-old boy who wandered from his home Sunday afternoon in Lake Elmo.

Tuesday

McCollum on the Sequester's Impact on DoD: 'We Are Shooting Ourselves in the Foot'

"This sequester is a folly, it is shameful, and it is a man-made mess that is completely and wholly reversible," Rep. Betty McCollum said. "This Congress acts likes it has the luxury of governing this great country with gimmicks and game playing."

Minnesota Pollution Control Issues Pollution Warning for Oakdale Area

Fog and fine particles have combined to create unhealthy air for at risk populations in the Twin Cities and surrounding area, including Oakdale.

Minnesota's Congressional delegation has weighed in on the series of cuts that could hit the country March 1. The rollbacks would hit everything from education to senior care, the White House states.

Fishermen Reminded of Upcoming Ice House and Shelter Removal Date

After removal dates, shelters may remain on the ice between midnight and one hour before sunrise only when occupied or attended.

Wednesday

Craigslist: The Best of Oakdale — Feb. 27

What's selling on the web in Oakdale?

A Hastings man faces a felony theft charge.

Oakdale will be buzzing with several events in March.

Thursday

Oakdale and Lake Elmo to Work Together to Provide Public Sewage Systems to Residents

Some residents will receive notice of public improvement and assessment hearings for March 26 regarding extending a public sanitary sewer system to residential properties with individual sewer systems.

Unsure Where to Leave Your Dog? City Gives a Solution

The Oakdale city council amended the city ordinance regarding animals and fowl at its Feb. 26 council meeting.

Local Artist's Pastel Paintings will be Featured at the Oakdale Discovery Center

The Oakdale Discovery Center features a new local artist each month.

Parents Talk: Should Music Programs Be Cut During School Budget Reductions?

As some school districts struggle with budget reductions, elementary music programs might be the first areas cut.

Friday

Are you wondering what businesses are opening or closing in the east metro or otherwise making the news? Here’s an update for the month of February.

A look back at the news of the week on area Patch sites.

The event is set for March 9 at the Woodbury City Hall.

Find movie reviews and showtimes for theaters in Oakdale.

Saturday

Wiger: Budget Forecast Shows 'Positive News' for Minnesota

A column by Sen. Chuck Wiger. 

Can Oakdale Patch Stump You? Name the Place

A test to see how well you know Oakdale.

Sunday

Adoptable Pets: Black Lab Mix Needs a Home 

These animals and more are up for adoption through Oakdale-based Coco's Heart Dog Rescue.

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