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After many years of time spent toiling classrooms and study halls, many students welcome graduation. Graduating high school or college is a major milestone. It is associated with many symbols that have endured for some time. As graduates prepare to receive their diplomas or degrees, they might be...
Hobbies can have a profound impact on physical and mental health. The National Institutes of Health says hobbies can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and may prolong life. Hobbies also enhance cognitive function and can foster social interactions that help to combat loneliness.
In a busy world...
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With their long season and spreading growth habit, pumpkins often present a weed control challenge. Here are some important factors and considerations when working to manage weeds in pumpkins and winter squash.
Waterhemp in a...
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It is dry, great for field work, but a little unnerving. Portions of the state are abnormally dry and a few spots have tipped over into moderate drought, but we are avoiding the drought a lot of the country is in. NOAA’s last release...
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Tune into our WCCO Radio “Smart Gardens” show on Saturdays, 8-9 a.m., for answers to your lawn and garden questions. Dial in AM 830 on your radio or ask your smart speaker. Or listen to Smart Gardens podcastswhenever you have the time.
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Apples
Growth stage and pest management update: Petal fall
Article: Considerations for fruit thinning for normal and cold damage years
Fruit thinning at petal fall
Article: European red mite (ERM; occasional pest) + Beneficial...
Buffalo Community Theater and the Buffalo High School Tri-M Music Honor Society will perform “Broadway in Buffalo” this weekend. Performances are scheduled for Saturday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 p.m., in the Buffalo HS Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $15 for Adults or $...
Wright County and the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) have reached a settlement in its long-standing dispute over Wright County’s transition to becoming a Community Corrections Act (CCA) jurisdiction. This marks a significant step forward for both parties and setting a framework for...
Buffalo High School seniors Parker Carlson (left) and Audyn Molesky (right) were named the recipients of the 2026 Hall of Fame Award during Monday night’s 41st Academic Excellence Awards night on May 11 at the Performing Arts Center. For more on the Academic Excellence night, see the school section...
The Hanover City Council met on Tuesday, May 5. The City is looking to add additional benches along local trails and in parks through the Hanover Memorial Bench Program. Members of the community can honor a family member or friend through the purchase of a memorial bench, which includes a 4-by-6-...
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Tigers reach state for first time since ‘14
It took two tries, but in the end, it was the Delano baseball team punching its ticket to the Class AAA state tournament with an 8-3 victory over Orono...
Summer Break!
Time to think about feeding the little members of the family, as well as those young at heart!
This week, we will focus on finding some new combinations that are sure to please the...
The Buffalo Days 78th annual celebration will take place from Sunday, June 8, through Sunday, June 15.
A variety of festivities, activities, and happenings will be held throughout the week, with...
The Buffalo City Council met on Monday, June 2. Director of Utilities and IT Jason Meusburger shared information at the beginning of the meeting regarding a sewer force main break earlier that...
Bring a blanket or a chair to the Sturges Park Bandshell at 7:00 p.m. this Sunday, June 8, to hear the Buffalo Community Orchestra perform their annual “Concert in the Park.” The concert, which...
The 38th annual Albertville Friendly City Days will run Wednesday, June 11, through Sunday, June 15. There will be many enjoyable events scheduled during Albertville’s five days of summer fun. A...
Buffalo High School Class of 2025, with a senior class of 481 students, will be graduating Friday, June 6.
The ceremony will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Bison Field West at Buffalo High School.
If...
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