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Celebrate a winter tradition at the 51st annual Maple Lake Ice Fishing Derby on Saturday, Feb. 7. Whether you’re an avid angler or looking for family-friendly fun, this event has something for everyone.  Highlights include an ice auger drilling contest, party on the ice from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m....
The Wright County Sheriff’s Office has received several reports of residents being contacted by individuals impersonating WCSO deputies. The scam phone number may appear to be our main number of 763-682-1162.  Scammers are falsely claiming that you missed a court appearance or failed to report for...
An article titled, “Buffalo reviews Transportation Action Plan; discusses local impact of immigration,” published in the January 29 issue of the Journal-Press, recapped the Buffalo City Council meeting held on Tuesday, Jan. 20. The article incorrectly stated that the Heritage Preservation Advisory...
Come join Wright County 4-H for a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Rockford Township Hall (3039 Dauge Ave. SE, Buffalo). The menu includes pancakes, eggs, sausages, juice, coffee, and milk. Cost is $8. Kids age 3 and under are free.  Wright County 4-H...
The Buffalo American Legion will host a Family Sweetheart Dance on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Dinner begins at 5:00 p.m. and includes pasta with garlic bread and a brownie dessert. Dancing will start at 6:00 p.m. Cost for dinner and dancing is $20/pair. For those interested in...
The STMA Robotics Team—known in competition as Team 7028, Binary Battalion—is inviting the community to rally behind local students at a unique fundraiser on Sunday, February 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Liberty Bar and Restaurant in St. Michael. The event, hosted by the St. Michael Lions...
Wiggins lifts No. 1 Wayzata past No. 3 Buffalo; wins over STMA, Washburn keep Bison No. 3 in rankings   A capacity crowd got treated to arguably the best high school basketball game of the season in last Friday’s showdown between the No. 1 ranked Wayzata boys’ basketball team at No. 3 ranked...
Seventh grader making mark on high school team; Bison go 1-2 over three duals   This year’s Buffalo boys’ swim/dive team is getting contributions from all shapes and sizes – young and old. One of the youngest contributors to a team that improved to 5-3 in duals with a 105-78 home victory Tuesday,...
Corbin’s hat trick ends 19-game skid against rival NWC; Bison face Alex to open section play   Senior captain Avery Corbin meant what she said following the Buffalo girls’ hockey team’s 2-2 tie at home on Tuesday, Jan. 27, against Waconia. “I’d say the year has been pretty up-and-down. Just in my...
‘Team week’ leads to team success at St. Agnes; Bison finish 3-4 in Lake   After three straight weekends competing in individual tournaments, the Buffalo wrestlers focused their attention this past weekend to their teammates. A 3-1 record posted last Saturday in the St. Agnes Duals tied Buffalo for...

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The end of summer always comes with changes, including weather and schedules. This week, we will provide a few recipes to also change up your meal plan! Some change is good! Potato and Zucchini...
Buffalo Chamber Ambassadors (in blue) join Riverside Church staff for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Riverside Church, located at 1004 Commercial Dr., Buffalo, officially opens Sept. 8. Church staff...
The 16th annual Classics by the Lake will be held at Sturges Park in downtown Buffalo on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Classics by the Lake returns after a two-year hiatus. The show...
Wright County Commissioners approved a request, Tuesday, August 20, at their regular board meeting, for a property tax abatement on a piece of land in Monticello that will soon be home to a new, 98-...
Since perhaps the beginning of mankind’s existence, people have looked to the heavens with awe and wonder. Planets and stars have captured the hearts and minds of humanity across eras of time and...
We are so excited for the 2024 Street Party of Hope! This community gathering has been part of the community for 15+ years and has always been a time to come together in support of each other, our...
The final performance for this season of Concerts in the Park will be this Thursday, August 29, at the bandshell in Sturges Park. Taking the stage at 7:00 p.m. will be The Whitesidewalls, performing...
Labor Day is right around the corner, and in observance, the Wright County Journal-Press and The Drummer will be closed Monday, Sept. 2. Those who provide news and advertising copy are asked to do so...

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