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Cich scoring big points; Bison defeat Hopkins, defend SLP Panther Invite title
Extended time away from school and competitive events for the holidays are a welcoming pause in the season for junior Cam Cich, one of seven seniors on this year’s Buffalo boys’ swim/dive team.
“Personally, I like the...
Struggling offense comes alive; Eggers’ buzzer-beater lifts Buffalo over Rogers
One game after suffering one of their worst offensive showings of the season the Buffalo girls’ basketball team bounced back with their highest scoring effort of the year in an 87-85 road win Monday, Jan. 5, at Rogers...
Contributions from many lead to 9-0 start
After an explosive varsity debut, Bison junior guard Eli Hegle is picking up where he left off for the Buffalo boys’ basketball team.
Hegle scored 34 and 27 points in back-to-back wins to open the season against Cambridge-Isanti and Monticello. A knee...
Joseph Buschel, 48
Joseph “Joe” Louis Buschel, age 48, of Buffalo, MN, formerly of Big Lake, MN, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2025.
He was born on February 12, 1977, in Buffalo to Steven and Mary (Holthaus) Buschel. Joe later moved to Dassel where he graduated from Dassel-Cokato High...
Whenever the holiday season comes to an end, like it recently did, I feel a bit bleak. The end of the holidays signal the beginning of winter in my mind. Winter officially kicked off on Dec. 21, but who’s counting a few days here and there. With the kids back in school, the holidays are but a...
Graduations
Univ. of Nebraska, Lincoln
The following student graduated following the fall 2025 semester.
Otsego - Levi James Fox, BS, Business Administration.
Academic Honors
McPherson College, KS
(3.55-4.0)
The following student was named to the Honor Roll for the fall 2025 semester...
This week, we will feature comfort food... Casseroles!
Nothing says “Minnesota Winter” better than a warm, homecooked casserole.
Enjoy!
Amish Breakfast Casserole
Prep: 15 min.
Cook: 35 min.
Servings: 12
1 lb. sliced bacon, diced
1 med. sweet onion, chopped
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 C...
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The season is in full swing, and a little snow is helping to get everyone into the holiday spirit!
With some quiet nights planned and a few holiday parties on the schedule, we are always looking for...
The Buffalo Community Orchestra will perform their annual holiday concert on Sunday, December 7. This popular musical celebration of orchestra, chorus, and bells began in the year 2000 and draws...
The City of Buffalo held a Truth in Taxation hearing during its regular city council meeting on Monday, Dec. 1. Truth in Taxation is an annual state statute requirement utilized to explain taxation...
This holiday seasons marks the 27th year of Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern (CPKC) Holiday Train’s mission of spreading cheer while collecting food and raising money for food insecurity....
Deck the Halls returns to Buffalo on Saturday, December 6, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Sturges Park. The tree lighting will take place at 3:30 p.m. Bring the family for a visit with Santa who...
The Buffalo Hanover Montrose School Board met on Monday, Nov. 24.
Janel Bitzan, CPA, from BerganKDV, presented the district’s 2024-25 financial audit. The audit is done on an annual basis and is a...
The Wright County Historical Society’s Annual Holiday Online Auction opens Thursday, December 4, at 12:00 p.m., for bidding at www.wrighthistory.org. The Online Auction will run through Monday,...
Buffalo Covenant Church will be hosting their annual Festival of Christmas, a musical celebration of the story of Jesus. The event is free and will be held on Saturday, December 6, beginning at 6:30...
The St. Francis Xavier Knights of Columbus sponsored blood drive for Red Cross will be held Wednesday, December 10, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the St. Francis Xavier Church basement....
Downtown Annandale will come alive with festive cheer on Saturday, Dec. 13, as the community gathers for its annual Main Street Holiday celebration.
Spend the day and experience holiday fun...
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