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The Wright County Historical Society (WCHS) is gearing up for the annual Festival of Lights. This year’s festival opens on Thursday, December 1, and runs through Friday, January 6, 2023. This year’s competition will feature local historical organizations. There is no admission charge to view the...
Along with the many other things we should be thankful for, some of the lowest gas prices in the state is on the list. (Photo by Tom McDonnell)
At the Nov. 15 Wright County Board meeting, a recent vacancy in the County finance department led to a discussion about a spendy new software system called ERP that went live in November.  The purpose of the new system was to increase efficiency and position the County for the future, according to...
The 17th annual Caroling at the Historic Bridge event is fast approaching! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 2, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The event takes place at the historic pedestrian bridge in Hanover. New this year are llamas that will be mingling with the crowd throughout the evening. As...
On Saturday December 3, start your Buffalo holiday festivities with BCAC’s “Breakfast with Santa,” from 8:00-10:00 a.m. at Applebee’s in Buffalo at 1006 MN-55 W.  The event is a fundraiser and awareness-raiser for BCAC, a grassroots citizen group advocating for the building of a Community and Arts...
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) Buffalo would like to provide Holiday meals to veterans and/or military families, who are Buffalo residents. If you know a Buffalo veteran, a military family, or you are a veteran who would like to receive a Holiday meal, please provide a name, address, and phone...
Due to the sharp increase in flu cases reported throughout Minnesota, Wright County Public Health will be conducting two flu clinics at the Wright County Government Center. They will be from noon to 3:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 28, and 8:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the Health & Human...
Remember to shop local this weekend!  The Buffalo Retail Group will be handing out 100 shopping bags with treats from local merchants on Small Business Saturday, November 26, starting at 10:00 a.m. until supplies last behind A Wreath of Franklin (11 Division Ave. Buffalo). Grab a bag and some hot...
Buffalo Covenant Church will be hosting their 45th annual Festival of Christmas, a musical celebration of the birth of Christ. The event will take place on Sunday, December 4, at 6:00 p.m. at Buffalo Covenant Church (1601 MN-25, Buffalo) with a prelude at 5:40 p.m. This event features the Buffalo...

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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu   Timely tip: If the early snow left you with plants standing in your gardening, it’s a good thing! These plants will provide seeds for...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu     Photo: Three inches of snow covers the ground west of the Twin Cities, October 20, 2020. Annie Klodd      Between cold temperatures and...
Many images associated with Halloween feature a cloud-draped full moon in the background. Whether a witch is stirring her cauldron, bats are flying through the air or zombies are rising from a...
Classic French Onion Soup
It seems that winter has decided to get an early start this year. The colder weather brings about a hunger for foods that give us warmth and comfort, such as soups and stews. This week we have a...
On Wednesday, Oct. 14, Minnesotan Republicans and patriots gathered by the hundreds under the 50-foot flag in Buffalo. Decked out in their finest patriotic and Trump gear, the attendees enjoyed...
Minnesota was hit with an unexpected snowstorm on Tuesday, Oct. 20. With the estimated accumulation around 2-4 inches, the snow quickly began falling in Buffalo in the mid-morning, and continued on...
The last big hurdle in bringing a dental clinic for low-income individuals to Wright County was cleared with the passage of a major bonding bill by the Minnesota Legislature. That was the big news...
Buffalo city councilmembers, some in-person and virtual, and Mayor Teri Lachermeier received an update on the early voting options available for city residents during their meeting on Monday, Oct. 19...
I really find that some of the most amazing animals on the face of the earth are the insects. I recently spent some time capturing a few incredible images of just one of these amazing animals, the...

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