The Drummer
June is a month to look forward to for a number of reasons. June is home to Father's Day; the end of the school year in many locales; vacations often take place in June; and the summer solstice occurs for people living in the northern hemisphere.
The National Weather Service says the summer...
The Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law by then-United States President Joe Biden on June 17, 2021. The act was a formal declaration of Juneteenth as a federal holiday, which is now celebrated annually on June 19.
Perhaps because it hasn't been a formal federal holiday for...
Roller coasters attract millions of people to amusement parks across the globe every year. With towering heights, heart-racing speeds and inversions and corkscrew turns, roller coasters appeal to thrill-seeker of all ages. Certain roller coasters are unique for the extremes they reach. When it...
Fresh fruit is a delicious treat that can be enjoyed any time of year, but consumption seems to heat up as the mercury rises. Many fruits come into season in spring and summer. Cherries, melons, plums, nectarines, and blueberries are just some of the tasty fruits that are typically enjoyed during...
The beauty of nature is undeniable. That beauty draws millions of people outside every day. From hiking to kayaking to surfing, there's no shortage of ways to spend a day in the great outdoors.
Though there's plenty of reasons to get outside, it's important that safety is prioritized when spending...
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Apples:
Growth stage: Apple fruits ranging from 25–40 mm wide
Whole apple tree dieback
June-bearing strawberries:
Growth stage update: Fruit ripening and harvest
Planning for field renovation and care during late-season dry spells...
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After a cool, rainy week with some impressive storms, we finally have a few warm days ahead of us (and some really really hot weather in the forecast). This should give recently planted crops a chance to perk up and catch up.
Potassium...
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Marissa Schuh (center) points out mock pest damage on a craft cabbage with Dalia Macias (left) and other Farm at the Arb apprentices.
University of Minnesota Extension educator Marissa Schuh used decorative craft models and art supplies...
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Lisa Keitel enthusiastically enjoys Minnesota’s diverse natural landscapes, ranging from urban to rural, including the Twin Cities’ bird sanctuary. “We are so privileged to live in Minnesota, with our flyway — and so many states only have...
Excitement and anticipation run high as 2024-25 Miss Buffalo Carley Kill (back center) crowns 2025-26 Miss Buffalo Erika Torres-Gutierrez, as fellow candidates look on. Pictured from left to right: Anna Ryder, Erika Torres-Gutierrez, and Jasmine Coolen. (Photo by Jamie Tokkesdal-Harms)
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BMH Superintendent Scott Thielman (back turned) presents his diploma to Class of 2025 BHS graduate Marcus Boeckers during last Friday’s commencement at Bison Field West. See more graduation photos...
On June 5, at approximately 9:44 a.m., Wright County Deputies were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Dempsey Ave. SW (County Rd. 9) and County Rd. 107 SW in Marysville Twp....
Princess Gwyn Swanson (left), Miss Buffalo Carley Kill, and Princess Laura Ryder invite you to attend the Buffalo Royal Ambassador Coronation on Sunday, June 15, at 6:00 p.m. in the Buffalo High...
The Hanover City Council met on Tuesday, June 3. Members of the ownership group that purchased the former Hilltop restaurant were present to introduce themselves at the beginning of the meeting....
The Buffalo Fire Department will host an open house at the downtown Station 1 (215 Central Ave.) from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 14. Join us for lunch, tours of the station, an...
In previous publications of the Journal-Press and The Drummer, a schedule of Buffalo Days activities and events listed the Movie in the Park on Thursday, June 12, at Sturges Bandshell, beginning at 9...
Jarquez Javon Bedford (age 30) was sentenced on May 9 to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of 52-year-old Andrea Cottew.
Cottew was found dead inside her Waite Park...
Minnesota’s oldest Pro Rodeo, The Buffalo PRCA Championship Rodeo will be held from Thursday, June 19, to Saturday, June 21, at the Buffalo Rodeo Grounds. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m., and the...
As people age and enter their retirement years, many are often faced with the questions: What’s my purpose? What do I do now? Volunteering helps seniors feel socially connected in their communities,...
Victories over Cokato, Dassel-Cokato, Hamel ups Bulldogs record to 6-0, 4-0 North Star League
In recent seasons, Buffalo Bulldogs Manager Corey Braun has had the luxury to pencil in one of the most...
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