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Greeting cards are among the first signs that the holiday season has arrived. Mailboxes are filled with cards and email inboxes have new messages popping up each day wishing others well. Many of these greetings feature family photos.
A Shutterfly poll conducted by Ipsos in 2021 discovered that,...
Americans celebrate Thanksgiving each November, thus kicking off a holiday season that lasts until January 1. Though many see November as the start to a festive time of year, there's even more interesting and fun facts about the eleventh month of the year.
1. Like various other months on the...
Homeowners recognize that upgrades can improve the functionality and comfort of their homes. Improving outdoor spaces has proven particularly popular of late. The National Association of Home Builders reports that outdoor living has been propelled to the top of homeowner wish lists. Plus, a recent...
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Male lemon cuckoo bumble bee
Late summer to early fall is a great time of year to observe bumble bees. Sunflowers and goldenrods are still blooming and buzzing with activity.
A few months ago, I spotted dozens of bumbles feasting on a...
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Snow mold is common during years when an early, deep snow cover prevents the soil from freezing. As the snow begins to melt in the spring, matted circular straw-colored patches of grass appear in lawns.
The fungi that cause snow mold...
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With Halloween decorations up and bats on the brain, we decided to do a species spotlight that includes some “creepy” critters from the natural world. The plant species in this spotlight are found in the list of Recommended trees and...
Tom Bauman never sought attention for his military service, so when he was asked to be the keynote speaker at Buffalo High School’s Veterans Day Program this year, his initial impulse was to decline.
Though Bauman had been the school’s activities director from 2003 through his retirement in 2021,...
Despite cooler weather, last Saturday’s annual trick-or-treat event in Buffalo was a big success. Many kids, and some parents dressed up in fun costumes and went from business to business filling their bags with delicious treats. Mable’s Market was a popular stop for candy and visiting with...
On October 22, at 3:55 a.m., St. Cloud PD officers responded to the area of the 700 Block of 6th Avenue South for a report of multiple gunshots fired at the location. Officer arrived in the area and found multiple people in and around a residence.
Initial investigation has revealed a dispute...
The Buffalo Rotary Adopt-a-Family Program invites you to partner with Buffalo Rotary in making the holidays brighter for an area family in need. The need continues to grow as many families continue to struggle in our local communities.
The Buffalo Rotary Adopt-a-Family Program will again provide...
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Mid-season switch moves senior from forward to blueline; Bison on both ends of conference shutouts
Lacking experience and depth on the blueline, Buffalo’s Anna Kubu transitioned from forward to...
Bison’s 10th graders scoring big points in big meets; Buffalo third at True Team
If you look at the top scorers on this year’s Buffalo boys’ swim/dive team, the majority of the points are coming...
After an extended layoff, the Buffalo Dance Team concluded its Lake Conference competition in last Thursday’s high kick meet at St. Michael-Albertville High School.
The Bison last competed Dec. 17 at...
February 14 is a day dedicated to love. And for couples who are pondering their futures together, Valentine's Day may seem tailor-made for wedding proposals. According to a survey of 1,000 married...
Since the new year is still new, now is the time to try a new recipe or two this week. You never know, you may just discover a new favorite dish.
Let us know if there is something you would like us...
Three new Wright County Commissioners took their oaths of office Tuesday, Jan. 3, at the County Board’s first meeting of 2023.
Tina Diedrick was elected last fall to serve District 1, which covers...
In the recent election, two individuals were elected to the Hanover City Council and took their positions this month. At Hanover City Council’s meeting on Tuesday, January 3, both were sworn in. The...
At the Buffalo City Council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 3, the council received the 2022 Annual Report from Buffalo Wine & Spirits. Jason Swanson presented the information to the council. Swanson...
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