Lights on a Christmas tree may seem like a relatively recent phenomenon, but people who can't wait to deck the halls each December may be surprised to learn that this beloved tradition dates all the way back to the late nineteenth century. Edward Johnson, a friend and colleague of Thomas Edison,...
The holiday season is steeped in tradition. Many traditions are decades if not centuries old, while others do not have such lengthy histories. One younger tradition that many people cannot go without during the holiday season is centered around a wildly popular beverage made at an equally well-...
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During this season of giving, support our local economy and by shopping close to home. Purchase food and beverages from Minnesota farms, breweries, wineries, restaurants and speciality shops. Look for gifts that are unique to Minnesota and...
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Our partners at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) publish the Plant Pest Insider newsletter. The November 24 edition includes information on spotting and reporting the following pests that are commonly found this time of year...
It’s going to take a string of cold, calm days before anglers can start walking out on the lakes in this area. Monday had some strong winds and much of the ice that had taken hold on many small lakes disappeared, and the bigger bodies of water have mostly reopened. As of Tuesday morning, ice on the...
Young girls (names not available) posed with the lit-up tree at Struges Park with Mrs. Claus (back-left) and Buffalo Mayor Teri Lachermeier (back-right). (Photo by Rob LaPlante)
The Hanover Historical Society hosted about 600 people at the tenth annual “Caroling at the Bridge” event on Friday, Dec. 3, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. It was a fun- filled family event at the Hanover Historic Bridge in downtown Hanover. Attendants joined in caroling their favorite Christmas carols,...
The 2022 Truth in Taxation information was presented to Buffalo City Council at their Dec. 6 meeting. The presentation included information about the 2022 budget, discussion of levy for taxes payable in 2022, impact to properties in Buffalo, and public input. The information that was presented can...