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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu   Marissa Schuh (center) points out mock pest damage on a craft cabbage with Dalia Macias (left) and other Farm at the Arb apprentices.   University of Minnesota Extension educator Marissa Schuh used decorative craft models and art supplies...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu   Lisa Keitel enthusiastically enjoys Minnesota’s diverse natural landscapes, ranging from urban to rural, including the Twin Cities’ bird sanctuary. “We are so privileged to live in Minnesota, with our flyway — and so many states only have...
Excitement and anticipation run high as 2024-25 Miss Buffalo Carley Kill (back center) crowns 2025-26 Miss Buffalo Erika Torres-Gutierrez, as fellow candidates look on. Pictured from left to right: Anna Ryder, Erika Torres-Gutierrez, and Jasmine Coolen. (Photo by Jamie Tokkesdal-Harms)
The 71st annual Buffalo PRCA Championship Rodeo kicks off with the first of three performances starting Thursday, June 19, at 7:00 p.m. Pictured from last year’s rodeo is Bryce Eck, from Redfield, Kansas, riding his horse, Flea Bit, during the Bareback Riding event. For more on this year’s rodeo,...
The Buffalo City Council met on Monday, June 16. Mayor Steve Downer opened the meeting with a statement addressing the tragic killing of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, along with the attempted murder of Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette.   “On behalf...
On June 10, at approximately 3:11 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a report of a two-vehicle accident near the Deer Lake boat access at 8th St. SW and Armitage Ave. SW in Marysville Twp. Officers from the Buffalo Police Department also responded to the scene of the crash.  When Deputies arrived,...
On Wednesday, June 11, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were dispatched to 11000 Crow Hassan Park Road in Hanover related to a dispute and request to standby as a tow truck company towed a car on site.  At 4:35 p.m., HCSO deputies were at the residence...
The Montrose City Council met on Monday, June 9. Discussions revolved around a funding request from Celebrate Montrose seeking donations from the City to cover the cost of portable restrooms and band fees for the Celebrate Montrose event scheduled in August. Cost of the portable restrooms is...
Officials with the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce have announced the winning numbers from this year’s sale of Buffalo Days buttons.  The $300 1st prize button is #1083, the $150 2nd prize button is #3, and the 3rd prize $75 button is #811. To claim your prize, visit the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce...
Buffalo’s Concerts in the Park series is back for 2025, with the first performance scheduled for Thursday, June 26. Concerts are held each Thursday evening from June 26- August 28, at the Sturges Park Bandshell, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  The 22nd Row, an Elton John Tribute, will perform live for this...

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It’s grilling season! Whether you are grilling for Mother’s Day, a birthday, a special occasion, or just every day - challenge yourself to try something new.  It is easy to fall into the “grilling...
The annual State of the City luncheon, sponsored by the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce, was held at Huikko’s Bison Creek Bar & Dining on Tuesday, April 29. Chamber of Commerce President, Sue...
The Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose School Board met on Monday, April 28. Director of Finance and Operations Ryan Tangen presented final revised budget adjustments for the 2024-25 school year, and reviewed...
May is Mental Health Awareness month. Functional Industries Inc., a non-profit organization in Buffalo providing vocational services to people with barriers to employment is highlighting mental...
A Message from Wright County Communications: Nobody likes paying taxes. A necessary evil at the federal, state, and local government levels, taxes are begrudgingly paid by all of us to fund...
A Message from the City of Hanover: Phase 1 of the 2025 CSAH 19 project through Hanover began on Monday, April 28. Through-traffic will be maintained on CSAH 19 during the project, but drivers should...
The Buffalo Farmer’s Market, located in the parking lot across from Buffalo Cinema (100 1st Ave. NE, Buffalo), will open on Saturday, May 3, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Market will be open every...
The Wright County Historical Society is holding their 5th annual Online Yard Sale Fundraiser! This online-only event starts Thursday, May 1, at 12:00 p.m., and ends Monday, May 12, at 4:30 p.m....
On April 17, at approximately 3:48 p.m., a head-on collision occurred on Highway 25 near the intersection of 85th Street NE in Monticello Township. According to State Patrol reports, a 2024 Subaru...
Fare for All, a local program to make fresh produce and frozen meats more affordable for local families will run from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo (...

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