WASHINGTON COUNTY
South Washington County Republicans, Democrats poised for big year
South Washington County Democrats and Republicans are beginning the push toward the November election from very different places.
By Jon Avise and Scott Wente , February 15, 2012
Washington County names new deputy administrator 
Kevin Corbid, the director of Washington County’s Department of Property Records and Taxpayer Services, will take over as the deputy county administrator, County Administrator Molly O’Rourke announced Wednesday.
By Jon Avise , February 08, 2012
South Washington County Republicans favor Paul in caucus poll, keep focus on local seats
Local Republicans expressed hope that Tuesday's heavily attended caucuses are a sign of continued momentum for their party in south Washington County.
By Jon Avise , February 08, 2012
Cottage Grove-area Democrats hope enthusiasm grows
Cottage Grove-area Democrats say their small caucus turnout doesn’t represent party enthusiasm entering a major election year.
By Scott Wente , February 07, 2012
Design work to start on Newport commuter lot
Washington County transit planners are ready to begin detailed design of a park and ride station in Newport that is scheduled to open to commuters in 2013.
By Jon Avise , February 02, 2012
Washington County Attorney's Office launches alternative court program for troubled military veterans
Washington County’s Veterans Program will divert combat veterans from traditional criminal court and lay out a strict court-monitored treatment and rehabilitation plan aimed at aiding a population often beset by drug and alcohol abuse and mental illness.
By Jon Avise , January 31, 2012
Retiring county administrator 'will be missed'
Washington County Board members paid tribute to outgoing County Administrator Jim Schug at the final Board meeting of his 17-year tenure
By Jon Avise , January 25, 2012
Snow, slick roads slow south Washington County commute
A new layer of snow and slick roads wreaked havoc on south Washington County drivers' commute Friday morning, causing spinouts and fender benders.
By Jon Avise , January 20, 2012
Washington County Board appoints new administrator
The Washington County Board on Tuesday named Molly O’Rourke as the county’s new administrator to replace the retiring Jim Schug.
By Jon Avise , January 17, 2012
Skating plans on ice as weather wreaks havoc with south Washington County outdoor city rinks
Warmer-than-normal winter temperatures have benefited the backs of weary snow shovelers – but they’ve also put the skids on skating at area outdoor rinks.
By Jon Avise , January 11, 2012
Washington County department leaders seek top administrator job; interviews set for Wednesday
The Washington County Board was expected to interview three county officials for the soon-to-be vacant administrator position at a special meeting Wednesday.
By Jon Avise , January 10, 2012
Board elects new chair; Weik chosen as vice-chair
Commissioners elected Dennis Hegberg, whose District 1 includes Forest Lake, to serve as Board Chairman for 2012. Commissioner Lisa Weik, who represents much of Woodbury, will serve as the vice-chair.
By Jon Avise , January 04, 2012
Looking back at '11: Community mourns lives lost
The south Washington County community in the past year lost a number of well-known residents and others who left lasting memories and legacies on the area.
January 03, 2012
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