Community Reporter

Community Reporter We are a free monthly newspaper serving Saint Paul's West End neighborhoods, from Downtown to Fort Snelling. Include name, phone number, email and address.

Mission: The purpose of The Community Reporter is to operate a non-profit 501(c)(3) which provides a newspaper and other means of communication serving the West End community of Saint Paul, MN. Communications are to be directed at the interests of community members and their activities, serving as a vehicle to share ideas, concerns, and opinions; aiding in community development and advocacy; and

creating a more cohesive and assertive community. It is for all residents, workers, business and organizations, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender expression, income, marital status, military status, race, religion, or sexual orientation, in all of its activities or operations. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jonathan Dickman (Board Chair)
Diane Gerth (Vice Chair)
Julie Borgerding July and Paul Bard (Secretary)
Margaret Kinney, Jerry Rothstein, Eric Weispfening (Members)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Third Monday of each month
Public is welcome to attend
Location: 265 Oneida, St Paul

EDITORIAL DEADLINE
Third Monday of each month
Email articles/photos to [email protected]

Articles should be typed, double spaced. Photos (accepted formats: tif,jpeg,eps), at least 200dpi

Editor reserves right to edit articles. ADVERTISING DEADLINE
- Third Friday of each month
- Accepted camera-ready ad formats: .pdf, tif, jpeg
- At least 200dpi, 100% size
- We can design ads for a small set-up fee

EDITORIAL STAFF
Casey Ek, Editor
507-382-1903
[email protected]

Jerry Rothstein, Administrative Director
651-665-0068
[email protected]

LAYOUT/GRAPHIC DESIGN
In-Fin Tuan, Graphic Designer

ADVERTISING
Jerry Rothstein
651-665-0068
[email protected]

DISTRIBUTION
Independent Delivery Service

PRINTING
APG Media of Southern Minnesota LLC

BOOKKEEPING
Steven Shimer
651-224-4034

This Highland District Council is looking for local people in the home improvement business to present during this year'...
12/23/2025

This Highland District Council is looking for local people in the home improvement business to present during this year's home improvement day on March 31. Deadline to apply is December 31. Read more about this and everything the HDC has happening this month.

Calling all home improvement businesses  

"Darkness is where mystery resides. There is a reason many of us urban dwellers seek out darkened skies to observe the N...
12/21/2025

"Darkness is where mystery resides. There is a reason many of us urban dwellers seek out darkened skies to observe the Northern Lights. We may understand more than ever about what causes the Aurora Borealis, but what really draws us to look up at the colors illuminating the night sky is the mystery and wonder they evoke. In this era of sharp polarization, we need the gift of mystery more than ever."

On longest day of the year, Tim Johnson explores the need to explore the darkness in this month's column.

It was a sad day when the joy of playing in the darkness came to a sudden and abrupt halt. My grandfather, the patriarch of our small family dairy farm, had been convinced by a salesperson that our farm yard would be a safer place if we installed a huge flood light between the house and the barn.

The program is funding both public art and business activation activities along the corridor.
12/20/2025

The program is funding both public art and business activation activities along the corridor.

The West 7th/Fort Road Federation announced the 13 winners of their West 7th VIBE program, offering small grants along two tracks for artists and businesses

As most schools head into winter break next week, explore what they St. Paul Public Library has to offer this winter.
12/19/2025

As most schools head into winter break next week, explore what they St. Paul Public Library has to offer this winter.

Looking for a creative way to spread some holiday cheer this year? Skip the crowded stores and make your gifts at the library instead!

“In a world that feels more disconnected all the time, having a space where people can come in, talk, feel seen—that mat...
12/19/2025

“In a world that feels more disconnected all the time, having a space where people can come in, talk, feel seen—that matters,” Owner Sara Holst said. “Whether they buy something or not, it’s all so meaningful to me.”

When Sara Holst officially opened the doors of Mor Boutique on October 11, she wasn’t launching a long-planned retail venture—she was following what she

In this month's column, Representative Pinto reflects on the year that was, and the year to come, in the State Legislatu...
12/18/2025

In this month's column, Representative Pinto reflects on the year that was, and the year to come, in the State Legislature.

I was glad to see so many folks from the neighborhood at the recent “Future of West 7th” town hall at North Garden Theater. With planned road work, possible transit projects, the need for safety improvements and much more, there are big decisions to be made about the future of this vital transpo...

Columnist Korinne Dennis visits with local artist Carolyn Kleinberger in this month's Community Connections.
12/17/2025

Columnist Korinne Dennis visits with local artist Carolyn Kleinberger in this month's Community Connections.

Along the picturesque 4.5-mile stretch of Summit Avenue stand rows of stately Victorian mansions, earning the street recognition as one of America’s greatest

"Sadly, we do not have adequate funding, no leadership, and no concrete plans on how to fix the many problems on West 7t...
12/16/2025

"Sadly, we do not have adequate funding, no leadership, and no concrete plans on how to fix the many problems on West 7th Street.

While the blame for that falls heavily on the Minnesota Department of Transportation (which the representative owned up to at the meeting and his honesty was appreciated) and Ramsey County, part of the blame falls on us as a neighborhood."

Read more of what Dana DeMaster, a past president of the Fort Road Federation, suggests to ensure our community receives the resources it needs.

On Monday, October 29, I attended my 86th community meeting about the future of transportation on West 7th Street. I was not expecting much. I did not think

This month, Zach Murphy takes a look at Netflix's latest blockbuster.
12/15/2025

This month, Zach Murphy takes a look at Netflix's latest blockbuster.

Frankenstein. It’s a tale that never dies. With this latest incarnation, visionary filmmaker Guillermo del Toro puts his signature spin on Mary Shelley’s

Th West 7th/Fort Road Federation's annual hygiene drive kicks off this weekend benefiting Joseph's Coat, Inc. Learn mor...
12/14/2025

Th West 7th/Fort Road Federation's annual hygiene drive kicks off this weekend benefiting Joseph's Coat, Inc. Learn more about how to donate and everything the Federation has happening this month.

Hygiene Drive In the spirit of giving this holiday season, join us for our fifth Annual Hygiene Drive taking place from December 14 to December 20. Drop off

With all the snow we've had this week, this month's West End Healthline has some timely ideas to help prevent falls this...
12/13/2025

With all the snow we've had this week, this month's West End Healthline has some timely ideas to help prevent falls this winter.

As this year closes and the next one opens, one thing we can count on every winter in Minnesota is ice. Icy sidewalks, icy streets, that icy patch of deck you thought was shoveled.

There are still funds available for the program, with applications due at the end of January.
12/13/2025

There are still funds available for the program, with applications due at the end of January.

Murals, window displays, small business marketing efforts and new awnings are just some of the improvements coming to Highland in the coming months thanks to

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