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Weekend excursions to a shoreline are a summertime tradition in many families. Oceans and lakes are sights to behold at all times of the year, but the warm air of summertime makes the months of July and August a particularly popular and fun time to spend a weekend by the water.
Swimming is a go-to...
There's something special about a coastal locale featuring sandy shores hugging the water, sea breezes and brilliant sunshine. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Ocean Service says the United States features roughly 12,380 miles of coastline and Canada boasts the longest...
Plants add aesthetic appeal to any landscape. A pop of plant-produced color here and there can complement any landscape, but homeowners also can use plants to liven up hardscapes as well.
Outdoor living spaces are more than just places to relax. A recent survey from Green Builder Media found that...
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Gosh it was hot yesterday. Temperatures look like they will continue to be in the 80s for much of Minnesota for the foreseeable future. The NOAA seasonal outlook released last week calls for equal chances of above or below average...
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Apples
Article: Tracking apple maggot populations and considerations for organic management
Article: Training young free-standing apple trees
Grapes
Deer damage and management
Downy mildew: Identifying oil spots and...
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Cucumber beetles show up in Minnesota every year. This article provides a brief overview of cucumber beetles along with recommended management strategies you can use after your cucurbits are planted.
Cucumber beetles: an overview...
Road trips evoke a carefree spirit. While a road trip can offer a sense of freedom, without a solid financial plan in place, a liberating driving vacation can be a source of stress. In 2026, rising fuel and hospitality costs have made it essential to establish a budget before taking to the open...
Few things can upset an otherwise beautiful and relaxing day spent in an outdoor living space more quickly than insects and pests. Whether it's mosquitoes trying to bite homeowners and their guests, flies looking to land on food, or wildlife leaving trails of excrement throughout a yard, these...
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After spring cleanup and repotting, many houseplants move outdoors after Memorial Day. The challenge, of course, is that most houseplants prefer indirect light, something we can control indoors but not on a sunny patio. A plant that...
Last Monday, May 25, marked another Memorial Day honoring those military personnel who paid the ultimate sacrifice defending this great nation.
Buffalo American Legion Post 270’s annual Memorial Day service began at 8:45 a.m. with the Honor Guard parade to the legion, followed by the BHS band...
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May is a busy time of year for everyone.
The littlest among us just want to play outside all day. School age kids are starting summer activities while trying to stay engaged in the classroom....
A steady stream of visitors moved across the Civic Center floor during the Heartland Senior Expo held April 22 in Buffalo. Area seniors explored programs and services aimed at enhancing quality of...
Wright County Dairy Princesses and Ambassadors were crowned at the South Shore Event Center in Howard Lake on Saturday, April 18.
This year’s princesses are Ella Havisto, of Montrose, and Sophie...
Correction Notice: An article on the front page of the April 23 print edition of the Journal-Press highlighting the upcoming BCO performance incorrectly spelled Dr. Andrew Burgdorf’s last name in...
The Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose School Board met Monday, April 27, where members approved final budget revisions for the 2025–26 school year and reviewed long-term facility maintenance proposals....
The Wright County Historical Society is holding their 6th annual Online Yard Sale Fundraiser.
This online-only event starts Thursday, April 30, at 12:00 p.m. and ends Monday, May 11, at 4:30 p.m....
The Butchery of Maple Lake, 308 Highway 55, will host its 2nd Annual Ribfest Competition on Saturday, May 2, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with ribs available for sampling around 3:15 p.m., cost is $2...
Auditions for Buffalo Community Theater’s next production, “Cinderella,” will be held Friday, May 8, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, May 9, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Buffalo...
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