⭐Top 7 Stories of 2025 Woodward Shoutouts

A Year-End Countdown

As 2025 comes to a close, we wanted to pause for a moment and reflect. This year brought stories that moved us, surprised us, and reminded us just how special Woodward truly is. Here’s our countdown of the seven stories that brought our community together in 2025.

🏆 #7 Library Gifts, Underground Tunnels & Neighbors on the Edge

A true Woodward mix of curiosity, generosity, and intrigue. This issue sparked conversations, memories, and more than a few “I didn’t know that!” moments.

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🐾 #6 From Cat & Dog Duos to Courtroom Drama

One of the most well-rounded issues of the year — heartwarming pet stories paired with serious local happenings that kept readers scrolling.

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📜 #5 Uncovering the Untold Stories of Woodward

A favorite for our history lovers. This issue reminded us that Woodward’s past is full of stories still waiting to be told.

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🎥 #4 The Power of Wisdom & Grit

A powerful, inspiring issue that resonated deeply with readers who value perseverance, faith, and hard-earned life lessons.

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👯‍♀️ #3 Meet Woodward’s Dynamic Duo: Anna & Elsa

Local personalities, community connection, and a creamy garlic chicken recipe many of you still talk about — this one had heart and flavor.

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❤️ #2 Heartwarming Tales of Resilience

From abandonment to compassion, loneliness to perseverance — this issue reminded us just how strong kindness can be in a small town.

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🕯️ #1 The Night Woodward Almost Vanished

The most unforgettable story of 2025. A moment of fear, courage, and heroism that showed the very best of Woodward neighbors helping neighbors when it mattered most.

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✨ Looking Ahead to 2026

And we can’t wait to keep telling these stories with you. As we turn the page on a powerful year, we’re more excited than ever about what’s ahead.

In 2026, you can expect:

• More local stories that truly matter

• More faces, places, pets, and pieces of Woodward history

• More community wins worth celebrating together

• And more moments that remind us why Woodward is such a special place to call home

Thank you for being part of this journey for reading, sharing, replying, and supporting Woodward Shoutouts. This newsletter exists because of you.

Here’s to a new year full of connection, kindness, and stories worth opening.

Love,

Matt West

Publisher Woodward Shoutouts