Bethany Cox, Washington County Commissioner

07/17/2026

One more night needed.

Highway 36 will be down to one lane in the westbound direction from 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16 to 6 a.m. Friday, July 17 between County Highway 15 (Manning Ave) and Keats Ave in the City of Lake Elmo - Government and the City of Grant.

During this closure, crews will pave the temporary road widening on the north side of westbound. This is necessary to accommodate two lanes of each westbound and eastbound traffic on the westbound side of Highway 36.

07/16/2026

Please stay safe by staying indoors.

Due to the hazardous air quality index, the Swim Pond at Lake Elmo Park Reserve will be temporarily closed today, July 16.

07/16/2026

Heads up!

Highway 36 will be down to one lane in the westbound direction from 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16 to 6 a.m. Friday, July 17 between County Highway 15 (Manning Ave) and Keats Ave in the City of Lake Elmo - Government and the City of Grant.

During this closure, crews will pave the temporary road widening on the north side of westbound. This is necessary to accommodate two lanes of each westbound and eastbound traffic on the westbound side of Highway 36.

07/14/2026

Wednesday, August 12th this is the place to be for your daughters starting 6th grade.

You R You is officially back for its third year! We are so excited to welcome a new group of incoming 6th grade girls for day of fun, friendship, and feel-good energy before middle school starts. ✨💕

Throughout the day, participants will enjoy hands-on activities, small-group discussions, and empowering experiences designed to build self-esteem, spark new friendships, and provide simple tools for mental wellness. For our core sessions, we've partnered with trusted experts from organizations including Tubman, FamilyMeans, and Embolden You.

Details:
Wednesday, August 12
9am - 2:30pm
Hidden Pines Ranch

Don't wait! 🔗 Sign up today – https://www.uwwce.org/you-r-you

We'd like to give a huge thank you to Hidden Pines Ranch for donating the campground space for this event. Questions? Please email [email protected]

07/13/2026

Tomorrow night is BIG TRUCK NIGHT!

07/10/2026

Manning Avenue will NOT close for this work on 62nd Street N.

Heads up, Stillwater neighbors!

Road construction near the future HealthPartners Lakeview Hospital and Specialty Center begins July 15 and is expected to continue through early October.

The project includes a new roundabout at 62nd Street N. and Manning Avenue to improve safety, traffic flow and access in the area.

For the latest updates and FAQs, visit: https://bit.ly/4h4WVwE

07/10/2026

Don't miss out on a few more events!

Introduction to Fantasy Writing for Teens
July 11, 10:30 a.m.
Hardwood Creek Library (Forest Lake)

Family R.O.C.K. Party
July 11, 10:30 a.m.
Wildwood Library (Mahtomedi)

Siama's Congo Roots – Acoustic Duo
July 11, 11 a.m.
Oakdale Library

07/09/2026

Let's get outside!

It's summertime in Washington County Parks! Come camp out, go for a swim, cast a line, and so much more! Join us in one of our upcoming programs including: the Community Ice Cream Social, Summer Solstice Forest Bathing Walk, Campfire programs, and Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga. Washington County....

07/08/2026

Interested in water resources? Can you fit in one meeting a month supporting your community? Let's talk!

Make an impact in your community!

Applications for the Brown's Creek Watershed District manager position are currently open. This position will serve a partial term from date of appointment to October 21, 2028. Applicants must live in Brown's Creek Watershed District.

Managers on the board receive a stipend of $100 per meeting and pre-approved mileage and expense reimbursements.

Apply now: WashingtonCountyMN.gov/WatershedDistricts

07/08/2026

ALL Washington County residents are now eligible to participate! It's easy to recycle food scraps right from home for free.

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