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Farming and ranching may be the first roles people think of when they envision jobs in agriculture. But the modern agricultural sector offers a much wider range of career paths as well. As technology, sustainability and consumer demand impacts the industry, a greater number of unique and innovative...
This 1922 photo credited to J.C. Sebek shows a birds-eye view of Buffalo. Join the Buffalo Historical Society for a special evening on Tuesday, March 17, 6:30 p.m., at the Buffalo Community Center, (206 Central Ave.) where you’ll journey through Buffalo’s history with nearly 30 aerial photographs...
The Polar Plunge fundraiser will be held Saturday, March 14, at Sturges Park (401 Lake Blvd. S) in Buffalo. Check-in and Day-of registration begins at 11:00 a.m., with the event starting at 12:00 p.m. The Polar Plunge supports Special Olympics Minnesota. All funds raised by Plungers help Special...
The Hanover City Council met Tuesday, March 3, and approved street improvements in the Quail Pass neighborhood as part of its 2026 road project. City Engineer Jeff Oliver presented the proposal, noting that WSB conducted site visits, consulted with city staff, and reviewed maps and record drawings...
A local man who oversaw the finances of a local youth suicide prevention nonprofit is accused of siphoning more than $219,000 from the organization over a seven-year period.  Ryan Gary Obermoller, 46, of Monticello, is charged in Sherburne County District Court with two felony counts – theft by...
A Hennepin County sheriff’s deputy has been charged with felony criminal sexual conduct following an alleged off-duty sexual assault in Albertville.  According to court documents, Jared Kenneth Sprunk, 33, of St. Michael, faces one count each of third-degree and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct...
Due to the construction happening in downtown this summer, the Buffalo Farmer’s Market will be moving to the Wright Technical Center parking lot off of Hwy. 25.  The market will remain at this location for the entirety of the 2026 season, which runs the first weekend in May through the last weekend...
A free community meal will be served on Thursday, March 19, at the Montrose Community Center, 200 Center Ave. S., Montrose. Doors open for coffee and conversation at 4:30 p.m. Dinner begins at 5:00 p.m. and ends at 6:30 p.m. To-go boxes will be offered beginning at 6:00 p.m. for those that cannot...
Wright County Pheasants Forever will host their 40th Annual Membership Banquet Saturday, March 21, in the Mississippi Room at the Monticello Community Center, 505 Walnut Street. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. To view membership pricing, sponsorship packages, or to register for the banquet visit: https://...
The Central Minnesota area Job Fair will be held Tuesday, March 31, at Monticello High School (5225 School Blvd.), from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This job fair is intended to help prospective employers and employees get together. Meet employers hiring now. Entry-level to experienced professional...

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After decades of service to the Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose School District, Sue Lee is closing the final chapter of her expansive career in education. Monday was Sue’s final meeting on the BHM school...
Bison senior diver to challenge for state title; swim team returns loads of talent with five state qualifiers; Border Battle Invite kicks off 2024-25 season   This year’s Buffalo boys’ swim/dive team...
Three forfeits prove costly in loss to Skippers   The same ghosts that haunted last year’s Buffalo wrestling squad appeared once again in last Thursday’s 38-30 season opening loss at Minnetonka....
Buffalo scores continue to rise   The first home meet of the season for Buffalo’s dance team was also the team’s last. Unlike most high school sports, dance team’s typically get one home meet. Last...
South Metro squads some or state’s best   While the standings may not show it, last Saturday’s Prior Lake Invitational was a success for the Buffalo gymnastics team. Buffalo placed seventh out of...
This week, we are planning ahead for all of the holiday parties with some tasty appetizers! We are always looking for something new and different to bring to our memorable gatherings. We hope that...
The Buffalo Community Orchestra will perform their annual holiday concert this Sunday, December 8. This musical celebration of orchestra, chorus, and bells began in the year 2000 and draws attendance...
The Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose School Board met on Monday, November 25. The meeting was highlighted by the announcement of long-time educator and school board member, Sue Lee, being named to the...

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