A graphic of the latest concept plan provided by the City of Buffalo regarding the proposed South Shores on Lake Pulaski development. This concept is subject to change and has currently undergone several alterations, as the project is still in its...

Buffalo provides South Shores on Lake Pulaski concept plan
A graphic of the latest concept plan provided by the City of Buffalo regarding the proposed South Shores on Lake Pulaski development. This concept is subject to change and has currently undergone several alterations, as the project is still in its...

At approximately 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, deputies with the Wright County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 157 Mindy Lane in the City of Montrose. During the execution of the search warrant, a suspect inside the apartment...

Montrose man arrested following standoff
At approximately 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, deputies with the Wright County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 157 Mindy Lane in the City of Montrose. During the execution of the search warrant, a suspect inside the apartment...

Mitchell Friesz and Kate Schmidt were named Buffalo High School’s 2025 Hall of Fame Award winners at Monday’s 40th Academic Excellence Awards ceremony on May 12 at the Performing Arts Center. (Photo by Rob LaPlante)

BHS Hall of Fame Award winners
Mitchell Friesz and Kate Schmidt were named Buffalo High School’s 2025 Hall of Fame Award winners at Monday’s 40th Academic Excellence Awards ceremony on May 12 at the Performing Arts Center. (Photo by Rob LaPlante)

With every mile run, Dr. Tia Larson is fueled by love and the enduring power of memory.Larson, a physician with Stellis Health, in Buffalo, is a seasoned marathon runner who isn’t just known for her endurance and commitment to the sport. What truly...

Running with the angels: A Marathoner’s Tribute
With every mile run, Dr. Tia Larson is fueled by love and the enduring power of memory.Larson, a physician with Stellis Health, in Buffalo, is a seasoned marathon runner who isn’t just known for her endurance and commitment to the sport. What truly...

Bison’s hot start earns state ranking; Edina, Wayzata end Buffalo’s seven-game winning streak A 7-1 start and a recent victory over No. 4 ranked Minnetonka put the Buffalo girls’ lacrosse team in foreign grounds.The hot start earned Buffalo a No...

State powers collide
Bison’s hot start earns state ranking; Edina, Wayzata end Buffalo’s seven-game winning streak A 7-1 start and a recent victory over No. 4 ranked Minnetonka put the Buffalo girls’ lacrosse team in foreign grounds.The hot start earned Buffalo a No...

Four homers power Southern Stars to 13-2 playoff victory The Southern Stars shined bright in a 13-2 victory over the Coyotes Adapted Softball team on Wednesday, May 7, at Buffalo High School.The Coyotes, a co-op of Buffalo, Monticello, and St....

Southern Stars end Coyotes’ state hopes
Four homers power Southern Stars to 13-2 playoff victory The Southern Stars shined bright in a 13-2 victory over the Coyotes Adapted Softball team on Wednesday, May 7, at Buffalo High School.The Coyotes, a co-op of Buffalo, Monticello, and St....

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Three golfers debut in opener

Bechtold steps in and places fourth in team scoring The Lake Conference opener on Tuesday, April 22, at Braemar Golf Course provided two different challenges for the Bison girls’ golf team. The obvious challenge was the competition the conference presents. The second challenge – the course. “The...

BHM School Calendar 05/04/25

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Obituaries 05/04/25

Michael Couette, 72 Michael J. Couette, age 72, of Maple Lake, died Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2025, at St. Timothy Catholic Church, Maple Lake with Fr. John Meyer as Celebrant. Visitation...

A faded but fond tradition

May is finally here, and for that I am thankful. The lawn seems greener than it was a week ago and it’s good to feel the sun’s warmth grow stronger each day. As I read May 1 on the calendar, I’m reminded of a fond childhood tradition that has faded with time - the May basket. Perhaps a few folks...

Make Plans for Mother's Day

Time to start making plans for Mother’s Day! Treat the special moms in your life to some new tasty recipes! French Toast Casserole Prep Time: 15 min. Cook Time: 45 min. Servings: 12 1 loaf (1 lb.) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 8 lg. eggs, lightly beaten 3 C. 2% milk 4 tsp. sugar 1 tsp...

Horoscopes for 05/04/25

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week you may feel a desire to take charge of your professional life. Trust your instincts, but remember that you may have to go out of your comfort zone at some point. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, expect a week of self-reflection. Old emotions might resurface...

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Wright Technical Center to host Open House April 14

Students, parents, business partners, and community members are invited to visit the Wright Technical Center on Monday, April 14, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., located at 1405 3rd Ave. NE, Buffalo. ...

Buffalo Spring Clean-up Days April 25-26

The City of Buffalo Spring Clean-up Days are scheduled for Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, at the Buffalo Civic Center, 1306 County Road 134, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on both days. ...

Locally Growin’ Campaign began April 1

Spring has sprung! It’s time to see what’s growin’ at the library. Locally Growin’, Great River Regional Library’s (GRRL) fundraising campaign runs Tuesday, April 1, through Wednesday, April 30. This...

The heroic service of Ensign Jack Carl Fuller

The following article was submitted by Maple Lake resident John “Jack” Scott Haack, nephew of United States Navy Pilot Ensign Jack Carl Fuller, and tells the story of Fuller’s arrival in March of...

Depth key to success

Last year marked first state qualifiers since 2012 season To say the switch last season from Section 5AA to 8AA proved beneficial for the Buffalo boys’ tennis team would be an understatement. With...

Bjornson, Friesz ‘AAA’ Award winners

BHS ‘AAA’ Award winners excelled in- out of classroom Excelling in the classroom, on the playing field or in the arts takes hard work and perseverance. Becoming a leader in all three areas...

Buffalo wins opener 5-2

Pitcher stands out against Sauk Rapids Vienna Bechtold’s arm and bat played a key role in leading the Buffalo softball team to a 5-2 season-opening home victory last Thursday over Sauk Rapids-Rice...

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Easter in a Slow Cooker

Easy Easter Dishes - Not Impossible! This week, we feature Easter meal ideas all made in the slow cooker! What could get easier? The only hard part might be deciding which recipe to try OR hope...

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Three golfers debut in opener

BHM School Calendar 05/04/25

Sports Schedule 05/04/25

Obituaries 05/04/25

A faded but fond tradition

Make Plans for Mother's Day

Horoscopes for 05/04/25

Fishing Maze for 05/04/25

Baseball Coloring Page for 05/04/25

Baby Birds Coloring Page for 05/04/25

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