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For more than 50 years, the Wright Technical Center (WTC) in Buffalo has been a cooperative vocational training school currently comprised of eight school districts (Annandale, Big Lake, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose, Delano, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted, Maple Lake, Monticello, and St. Michael-...
As the calendar closes on the month of January, we at the Journal-Press felt it was a good time to check with area medical facilities on the status of COVID, influenza and RSV.  Allina Health — According to Jenny Pierce-Querna, MPH, infection preventionist at Buffalo Hospital, Allina has seen an...
On Saturday, Jan. 27., at 11:18 p.m., Wright County Deputies were dispatched to a one-vehicle crash at 15569 109th St. NW in Southside Township.  Upon arrival, deputies located a single vehicle identified as a 2020 blue Honda Civic in the north ditch of 109th St. The vehicle had left the road and...
On Saturday, Jan. 27, at 6:07 p.m., Wright County Deputies responded to the residence of U.S. Representative Tom Emmer in the City of Delano, after a call was received regarding a possible homicide/hostage situation reportedly occurring at the residence. The residence was checked by Wright County...
The Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility is taking appointments for item drop-offs at the facility located at 505 Co. Rd. 37 NE in Buffalo Township. The open hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and 8:00 a.m. to noon the second and third Saturday of the...
The Kites on Ice Festival in Buffalo has been canceled due to warm temperatures in the last part of January and projected through the first ten days of February. Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce president, Sue Olmscheid, along with a member of the Wright County Sheriff’s Office, checked ice quality...
With the ever increasing of food prices at retail grocery stores, Fare for All is a pop-up grocery store that is an excellent option to save money on your food budget. This non-profit offers fresh produce and quality frozen meat that will save you up to 40% off retail prices. Fare for All will be...
The Ice Palace Minnesota in Delano welcomed guests for the last day of the season on Saturday, January 27.  “This winter has certainly been an adventure - one we hoped would last a little longer, but we are thankful for the time we’ve had in Delano and everyone who worked tirelessly to make it...
The Waverly Lions will be hosting their 31st Annual Fish Fry on Friday, February 16, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. (or until the fish runs out) at the Waverly Village Hall located at 201 4th Street S. in Waverly. The cost is $15 for adults and $6 for children 12-years-old and younger. Carryout is...
Wright County Parks & Recreation opened 2024 with a new digital look. The online experience has become such an integral part of everyday life, and the Department knew it was time to do some upgrades. In December, a new public website was launched focusing on navigation, ease of use, and getting...

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City of Buffalo staff members Beth Opheim-Geographic Information System/Engineering Technician and Adam Farrell- Parks Superintendent shared some important information about Emerald Ash Borer (EAB),...
Quarterfinal: Buffalo 6, Moorhead 0  |  Semifinal: Buffalo 1, Brainerd 0  |  Final: STMA 2, Buffalo 0   Historic season for Bison ends in 2-0 loss to STMA in finals; Soukup section coach of year  ...
Buffalo fifth in Lake standings; girls’ record five personal records   The Buffalo cross country teams had some stiff competition in last Thursday’s Lake Conference championships at Gale Woods Farm...
Minnetonka rushes for seven TDs in battle of top-10s   It would be hard-pressed to say one play turned the tide in a 40-point blowout loss, but an argument could be made for just that in last Friday’...
Offense freezes in 1-0 playoff loss   With the rain falling and the temperatures dropping, Bison senior goalkeeper Tyler Louwagie admitted, playing conditions for last Thursday’s Section 8AAA...
Getting ready for Halloween with some spooky meal ideas.  No tricks here, these are all sure to be a treat! ITS NOT TOO LATE!  If you have a tried-and-true recipe for the holidays, send it in for an...
Buffalo Community Theatre is kicking off its ’23-’24 season with this stage musical adaptation of the poignant and funny motion picture which captures the lovably crotchety characters through...
Farmers around Wright County and beyond are harvesting their corn and soybeans as autumn’s chill begins to make for freeze warnings at night.  (Photo by Tom McDonnell)

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