University Of Minnesota Extension Annual Flowers For Pollinators

Annual flowers can provide great garden and container interest with their ongoing blossoms and diverse forms and foliage.

University Of Minnesota Extension Caring For Trees In Dry Weather

As of July 1 2021, approximately 80% of Minnesota is experiencing at least a moderate drought. Severe drought conditions are prevalent i ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Managing Japanese Beetle Feeding

Starting in June, Japanese beetles have made an unwelcome return to Minnesota gardens. These gleaming copper and green beetles have been ...

University Of Minnesota Extension New Information And Resources From Agricultural Business Management Team

Visit Extension's agricultural business management news blog for important information on applying for Paycheck Protection Program loan ...

University Of Minnesota Extension The Value Of A County Fair

County fairs are a Minnesota summer experience with a long history. But Patrick Erickson, carnival superintendent with the Beltrami Coun ...

State Education Funds Helpful But Budget Challenges Remain

'Though this is welcome relief, education funding has not kept pace with inflation for years.'

Woodbury Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

University Of Minnesota Extension Drought Management For Minnesota Beef Producers

Pastures and hayfields are not in good shape, and they are getting worse by the day. At this point, it is a good idea for beef cattle op ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Looking For Lawns

Do you live in the Twin Cities area and have a lawn that you manage or mow? We are looking for lawns to study as part of the Minneapolis ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Hot Weather Fertilizer Tips For Your Yard And Garden

We've received quite a few questions about best practices for fertilizer applications during hot weather, so here is a set of guidelines ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Edible Gardens For People And Pollinators

If you're like most gardeners, you want to use your land as efficiently as possible, while growing plants you love and want to eat and t ...

Kyle Uecker Joins SoWashCo Schools As The New Director Of Facilities

'Mr. Uecker will work closely with the assistant director of facilities, Dan Hines.'

Summer Technology Support At South Washington County Schools

Click the link below for more information.

Ending The School Year And Preparing For Fall

Our fall planning team will be reviewing the latest guidance and information and will share more details over the summer.

University Of Minnesota Extension How Is The Hot Weather Affecting Plant Diseases?

You don't have to be a climatologist to know that this gardening season has been a wild weather ride. The National Weather Service's Cli ...

University Of Minnesota Extension 10 Tips On Managing Drought Stressed Horse Pastures

Recent dry weather has raised questions about how to manage horse pastures during drought. These 10 tips for managing drought-stressed c ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Important Lessons From Pollinators

There is much to celebrate about pollinators. Pollinators are responsible for roughly one out of every three bites of food we eat, being ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Allow Some Browning In Lawns To Conserve Water

In Minnesota, we can usually rely on rain to provide adequate moisture for lawns. But the past couple of weeks have brought record-break ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Generations Keep Giving In Memory Of Mary And Jim Page

Many remember Mary Page (1934-2013) for being the mayor of Olivia, a University of Minnesota Regent and a voice for rural Minnesota. Des ...

Kyle Uecker Joins South Washington County Schools As The New Director Of Facilities

'I am excited to have Kyle join SoWashCo Schools to lead our facilities team. His extensive K-12 experience with MPS will be asset to us.'

Summer Technology Support In South Washington County Schools

Friday, June 4, will be the last day of the family technology support phone line.

University Of Minnesota Extension PlayCleanGo Awareness Week

You might be a pro at outdoor recreation, but are you using PlayCleanGo tips to stop the spread of invasive species? As flowers and othe ...

University Of Minnesota Extension How A Heatwave Affects Garden Pests

While Minnesota barrels through its first heatwave of 2021, many are counting on their hoses, sprinklers and watering cans to keep their ...

4 Year Graduation Rates Continue To Surpass The State Average In South Washington County Schools

Last school year ended in uncertainty for many students as represented in the graduation data for several student groups.

Grazing Goats Teach Crestview Elementary Students About The Environment In South Washington County School

The South Washington Watershed District brought in 60 goats to graze on land near the school.

Park High School Student To Compete In National History Day Competition In South Washington County Schools

Congratulations to Park High School student Caleb Craig for taking second place in the state-level National History Day competition.

Woodbury High School Students Receive Art Awards

Grace Bohn, a junior, took first place at the exhibition for her ceramic piece. Stella Chen, a senior, received the $2,000.

Ending The School Year And Preparing For Fall In South Washington County Schools

'I appreciate your partnership and working with teachers and staff amid the many challenges this school year.'

Class Of 2021 Graduation Ceremonies To Be Streamed Live Online In South Washington County Schools

Congratulations to the class of 2021 for their perseverance through an unpredictable school year.

Newport Elementary College And Career Readiness In South Washington County Schools

Students were excited to receive college apparel and talk about the many opportunities they have in education and careers.

Summer Meal Pick-Up Schedule In South Washington County Schools

Starting June 15, all SoWashCo Schools families can pick up five free meals per-week for their child, two meals on Tuesdays.

1 Woodbury School Taken Off DOH's Coronavirus Outbreak List

Four Woodbury schools remain on the list.

15 Washington County Schools On DOH's Coronavirus Outbreak List

Three schools have been taken off since last week's report.

ISD 833 Sees 92.3 Percent Graduation Rate During Pandemic

The state's average is 85.3 percent.

Ending The School Year And Preparing For Fall In South Washington County Schools

'We have already begun evaluating what worked, what could be improved and what should continue into the next school year.'

Class Of 2021 Graduation Ceremonies To Be Streamed Live Online In South Washington County Schools

Join us virtually, by visiting sowashco.org/graduations for links to each high school’s livestream event.

Grazing Goats Teach Crestview Elementary Students About The Environment In South Washington County School

The South Washington Watershed District brought in 60 goats to graze on land near the school.

Newport Elementary College And Career Readiness In South Washington County Schools

Students learn how classroom routines, organization and time management are the foundation to future success in any path they choose.

Summer Meal Pick-Up Schedule In South Washington County Schools

Please only visit one site per-pick-up day. Student barcodes will be required for free meal pick-up.

Park High School Student To Compete In National History Day Competition In South Washington County Schools

Congratulations to Park High School student Caleb Craig for taking second place in the state-level National History Day competition.