The University of St. Thomas celebrated the official opening of the Schoenecker Center with a dedication ceremony on the center’s exterior terrace on Wednesday. Meanwhile, protestors gathered at the intersection of Summit and Cretin Avenues in opposition to the construction of the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena. AP Wire CME Kevin Lynch, Reporter Juan Del Valle and Managing Editor Owen Larson have the story.
Appeals denied on Lee and Penny Anderson Arena site plans
The St. Paul City Zoning Committee unanimously denied both appeals against the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena site plans at a public meeting on Thursday, May 2. Managing Editor Owen Larson has the story.
Lee and Penny Anderson Arena construction halted
Construction on the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena paused on April 16 until the City of St. Paul can assess the site’s building plans. Managing Editor Owen Larson has the story.
Court hears oral arguments on Anderson Arena environmental concerns
The Minnesota Court of Appeals heard oral arguments Thursday regarding the St. Paul City Council’s decision to not require an Environmental Impact Statement for the construction of the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena. Managing Editor Owen Larson has the story.
Demonstrators gather to protest Anderson Arena on Summit and Cretin avenues
A group of about 18 people gathered on the corner of Summit and Cretin avenues on Monday morning to protest the building of the new Lee and Penny Anderson Arena on South Campus. Opinions Editor Cecilia Wallace and reporters Daniela Kopřivová and Elaina Mankowski have the story.