Construction Update + Changing Leaves In Washington County

Morning, people of Woodbury! Morgan Reddekopp here with today's issue of the Woodbury Daily.

First, today's weather:

Possible light rain overnight. High: 81 Low: 63.

Here are the top stories today in Woodbury:

1. If you still want to plan a trip to check out the changing leaves in Washington County, here's when fall colors are expected to peak. (Woodbury Patch)
2. Here's a round-up of candidates for SoWashCo's upcoming school board elections. (Woodbury Patch)
3. Construction on a portion of Valley Creek Road will begin Monday. (Woodbury Patch)
4. Woodbury-born star of "Vanderpump Rules" Tom Schwartz is opening a new restaurant in LA. (MEAWW)

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Today in Woodbury:

• The HOW Conference - Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce (12:00 a.m.)
• Ribbon Cutting - HOTWORX Woodbury - Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce (4:00 p.m.)

Woodbury Patch Notebook

• US National Weather Service Twin Cities Minnesota: "An upcoming pattern change will offer chances for occasional showers, along with cooler temperatures, from Thursday into the weekend." (Facebook)
• New Life Academy of Woodbury: "New Life Academy inducted 31 National Honor Society members last night! In order to be inducted, each student needs to have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and take two advanced level classes each semester. More than just an honor roll, NHS serve..." (Facebook)
• Woodbury, MN Police Fire EMS: "Engaged communities are safe communities! Last week, we fired up the grills for a community BBQ at the Lakeside Townhomes. We had a nice evening meeting with residents and handing out raffle prizes. Thank you to the Christian Cupboard Em..." (Facebook)
• Woodbury Parks & Recreation: "It’s a beautiful day for a bike ride or walk at Carver Lake Park! The final improvements (road and crosswalk markings) have been installed and the main entrance is now open." (Facebook)
• Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce: "Thank you to our Woodbury Community EXPO Platinum Sponsor Summit Orthopedics! We look forward to seeing you there this Saturday, October 2nd for some FUN, FREE, FAMILY FUN featuring more than 140 exhibitors." (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Morgan Reddekopp

About me:

Feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or story ideas at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com and follow me on Twitter @ReddekoppMorgan for more news updates.

I grew up in Eagan, MN before attending Winona State University where I majored in Creative Digital Media and minored in Journalism and Creative Writing. I am very excited to be a reporter in my hometown! In my free time, I like to paint, draw and write. I am currently working on my poetry manuscript, and also enjoy hiking and being outdoors.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Woodbury Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com.