Buffalo Police Chief Pat Budke took many plunges into the dunk tank, as seen in this photo, at last Saturday’s open house at the Buffalo Police station. Tours of the police department, exploring squad cars and equipment up close, foot races against...

Warmer temps greeted BPD open house attendees
Buffalo Police Chief Pat Budke took many plunges into the dunk tank, as seen in this photo, at last Saturday’s open house at the Buffalo Police station. Tours of the police department, exploring squad cars and equipment up close, foot races against...

A 91-year-old Buffalo woman was killed following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 25 and John Ause Memorial Drive in Buffalo on Thursday, Oct. 8.According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash was reported at 10:46 a.m. A...

Buffalo woman killed following crash at intersection October 8
A 91-year-old Buffalo woman was killed following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 25 and John Ause Memorial Drive in Buffalo on Thursday, Oct. 8.According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash was reported at 10:46 a.m. A...

The Buffalo Community Orchestra will kick off their performance season on Sunday, October 25, with “Fantasia: A Young People’s Concert,” featuring music that will appeal to concert-goers of all ages, whether you are young, or young at heart! Guest...

BCO to perform annual fall concert on Oct. 25
The Buffalo Community Orchestra will kick off their performance season on Sunday, October 25, with “Fantasia: A Young People’s Concert,” featuring music that will appeal to concert-goers of all ages, whether you are young, or young at heart! Guest...

For three decades, Sean Deringer has worn a law enforcement badge in Wright County, advancing through the ranks from patrol deputy and investigator to sergeant, lieutenant, captain and, ultimately, sheriff.Now, after 30 years of service, Deringer...

A sheriff reflects on three decades in law enforcement
For three decades, Sean Deringer has worn a law enforcement badge in Wright County, advancing through the ranks from patrol deputy and investigator to sergeant, lieutenant, captain and, ultimately, sheriff.Now, after 30 years of service, Deringer...

Key section wins down stretch gives Bison top seed; Hoel sparks offensive surge The Lake Conference can be cruel at times, and it can be rewarding.After struggling through a 1-6 record against conference opponents, the Buffalo boys’ soccer team...

Netting No. 1 seed
Key section wins down stretch gives Bison top seed; Hoel sparks offensive surge The Lake Conference can be cruel at times, and it can be rewarding.After struggling through a 1-6 record against conference opponents, the Buffalo boys’ soccer team...

Road wins at Alexandria, Elk River earn Bison No. 4 seed in section It’s not always how many wins, but what games you do win when it comes to playoff seeding.After falling to 3-9-2 overall with a 1-0 home loss Tuesday, Oct. 6, against Spring...

Ryan scoring clutch goals
Road wins at Alexandria, Elk River earn Bison No. 4 seed in section It’s not always how many wins, but what games you do win when it comes to playoff seeding.After falling to 3-9-2 overall with a 1-0 home loss Tuesday, Oct. 6, against Spring...

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St. Michael man charged in father’s death at Wisconsin cabin

A 25-year-old St. Michael man faces a first-degree intentional homicide charge in connection with the death of his father. Colton Christopherson was charged following the Sept. 26 death of 56-year-...

Warmer temps greeted BPD open house attendees

Buffalo Police Chief Pat Budke took many plunges into the dunk tank, as seen in this photo, at last Saturday’s open house at the Buffalo Police station. Tours of the police department, exploring...

Buffalo woman killed following crash at intersection October 8

A 91-year-old Buffalo woman was killed following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 25 and John Ause Memorial Drive in Buffalo on Thursday, Oct. 8. According to the Minnesota...

BCO to perform annual fall concert on Oct. 25

The Buffalo Community Orchestra will kick off their performance season on Sunday, October 25, with “Fantasia: A Young People’s Concert,” featuring music that will appeal to concert-goers of all ages...

Hanover awards Settler’s Park shelter bid, discusses holiday lighting and stormwater

The Hanover City Council awarded a contract to CJC Construction LLC of Hanover for improvements to the shelter at Settler’s Park during its regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 6. CJC Construction...

Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce hosts city council candidate forum

Editor’s Note: The Journal-Press ran our own candidate profiles recently. Because of that fact, we gave a brief overview of the candidate forum held on Oct. 6. A video of the entire Buffalo Area...

Love, laughter and leg warmers: BCT presents ‘The Wedding Singer’

Big hair, bigger personalities, and a whole lot of heart are coming to Buffalo as Buffalo Community Theater presents “The Wedding Singer,” a musical comedy inspired by the beloved Adam Sandler film....

‘Indigenous History of Buffalo and Wright County’ presentation Oct. 20

In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the Buffalo Historical Society and Buffalo Area Community Center will host “Who Was Here? Indigenous History of Buffalo and Wright County” on Tuesday, October 20...

Hanover and Montrose City Council candidates

The Journal-Press will be publishing weekly candidate profiles leading up to the November 3, general election. This week will feature candidates running for Hanover City Council and Montrose City...

Trick or Treat Buffalo Merchants Sat., October 31

The Wright County Journal Press and The Drummer are helping to support the 2026 “Trick-or-Treat Merchants Event” again this year. It will take place on Saturday, October 31, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p....

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