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The only thing I do not like about autumn is that some of my favorite flowers reach the end of the bloom cycle. The important thing to remember is that if these are tender bulbs, they need to be put into proper storage. This will ensure...
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Boxelder bugs, both young (red) and old (black) cluster on buildings on warm days.
Chilly mornings and shorter days signal to humans an impending winter. Bugs get the same message, and they head out to figure out where they’re going to...
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Are you a specialty crop farmer who has experienced herbicide drift, or who has questions about the process for reporting herbicide drift? The Minnesota Department of Agriculture, University of Minnesota Extension, and the Minnesota Fruit...
The Buffalo TH 25 South Reconstruction project is a joint project between the City of Buffalo and the Minnesota Department of Transportation. This project has been years in the making and was brought about to create a more user-friendly space along the lakeshore, improve pedestrian and vehicle...
Enchanted Hollow in Buffalo, which is owned by Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose School Board Vice Chair Bob Sansevere and his wife, Mary, suffered damage from the storm on Friday, September 29. High winds and heavy rain contributed to the damage of the barn. More photos appear inside the Journal-Press this...
At a September 26 special meeting of the Wright County Board, the commissioners approved its 2024 preliminary levy of $95,003,567 – an increase of 4.8 percent from 2023. The vote was 4-1 with Commissioner Mike Kaczmarek voting against approval, citing that he felt more could have been trimmed from...
BKV Consultant Susan Morgan presented information for the City of Buffalo facilities needs assessment, which includes 12 city facilities, at the City Council meeting on Monday, October 2. Morgan explained that now that they have a more accurate timeline, some of the numbers within the budget have...
On Sunday, October 1, at 8:18 p.m., a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Highway 25 and 7th Street W. in Monticello. The pedestrian was Nicole Walters, 38, of Shakopee. According to the Minnesota State Patrol Report, a 2012 Toyota Prius Wagon, driven by Ronald Begin, 85, of Monticello, was...
Buffalo Municipal Utilities will be hosting a customer appreciation open house on Thursday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Buffalo Utility Campus located at 503 Lake Blvd NW, Buffalo.
There will be free lunch, bucket truck rides, bounce house, free CIP energy conservation kits,...
The City of Buffalo has a new snowplow in its fleet, and they would like the community’s help with the name.
A few creative ideas: Snowbi-Wan Kenobi, Snow More Mr. Ice Guy, Sir Plows-A-Lot, Clearopathtra, and The Blizzard of Oz.
Please submit your entry to the Street Department, carey.kotilinek@ci....
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Buffalo Community Theater is close to opening night for their newest production of “Leading Ladies.” The show runs October 28-29, and November 4-5 at 7:30 p.m., and October 30 and November 6 at 2:00...
If you are looking for something fun to do on Sunday afternoon, come watch the Buffalo Community Orchestra perform their annual fall concert, “At the Movies.” The concert, which begins at 4:00 p.m....
Couples danced the night away last Friday, at the old fire station in downtown Buffalo at the Family Fun Oktoberfest Party hosted by the Buffalo Community Center. People celebrated German culture...
Starting in 2023, the Wright County Board of Commissioners will meet two times a month instead of three. On Tuesday, Oct. 18 at their regular County Board meeting, commissioners approved a...
The Buffalo Rotary works very hard to make Toys for Tots a success, but we could never do it without the help of concerned citizens and business leaders. Last year we provided toys to over 205...
The 2022 general elections are Tuesday, Nov. 8, but those looking to avoid the line can vote absentee up until the day before Election Day.
Here are some tips on commonly asked questions about the...
This week’s candidate profiles are incumbent Senator Bruce Anderson and Chris Brazelton, vying for State Senate District 29A. Marion O’Neill is running unopposed in Senate District 29B. Consequently...
The Wright County Journal-Press and The Drummer are sponsoring the 2022 “Trick-or-Treat Merchants Event” again this year. It will take place on Saturday, October 29, from, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at...
Bring the family to Hanover City Hall Sunday, October 30, for the annual pancake breakfast hosted by the Hanover Lions Club. City Hall is located at 11250 5th St. NE in Hanover.
Breakfast will be...
The 13th Annual Gala Fundraiser Open House for Love INC-Big Woods will be held on Saturday, November 5, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier School, 223 19th St. NW, in Buffalo.
There will be...
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