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Mary, Joseph, and Jesus, played by Megan, Joe, and Harvest Point, smiled in the manger last Friday evening at Buffalo Covenant Church’s Living Nativity. Saturday’s Mary, Joseph, and Jesus were played by Anastasia and Pastor Joel McQueen, with baby Zoe. More photos on page 6 of the Journal-Press. (...
Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo hosted a Living Nativity last Saturday. Many nativity spectators headed to Zion to enjoy the re-creation of Jesus’ birth. Numerous animals including llamas, El Pacas, mini donkeys, pinto ponies, a miniature mule, and more, made for fun family experiences. In this...
The Wright County Planning Commission voted 3–2 to recommend approval of an Interim Use Permit (IUP) for MBE to operate a gravel pit at the corner of Highway 25 and County Road 113 (50th Street NE) during its meeting on Thursday, Dec. 18.
MBE first began seeking the IUP in 2021. The process...
An article published in the Dec. 18 issue of the Wright County Journal Press titled, “Buffalo approves preliminary plat for South Shores, tables dock variance,” incorrectly stated that the proposed future site of South Shores on Lake Pulaski is located on City-owned parcels. Buffalo Community...
A free indoor food distribution event will be held at Grace Place in Montrose (371 Center Ave. S) on Sat, Dec. 27, from 11:30 a.m. until supplies last.
Food Distribution is brought to you by Grace Place Collaborative. For more information, please contact Kim Niska at 612-599-2229.
Buffalo Food Shelf is hosting an open house at the food shelf, 301 12th Avenue South, in honor of retiring Manager Kathy Peterson, on Tuesday, December 30, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 pm.
Stop in for light refreshments and to say thanks to Kathy for her dedication over the past several years.
The Wright County Geeks, a not-for-profit group, is hosting a GAME-A-THON on January 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., at the Buffalo Community Center (206 Central Avenue).
This annual family-friendly event is free to attend and is open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult....
“Chill Out and Read,” Great River Regional Library’s 2026 Winter Reading Challenge, begins Friday, January 2, and runs through Saturday, February 28.
This winter, chill out and take the time to read! Nothing is better during these freezing months than finding a good book and curling up by the...
The Boehlke Family, of Waverly, has a long-standing history of farming, one that spans four generations and beyond. The Boehlke’s were recognized for reaching a coveted milestone, celebrating 150 years of farming in Wright County. The farm was officially honored and named to the 2025...
Energy, depth scoring keys to non-conference victories over Bloomington Jefferson, Sartell
Going into the season, the Buffalo girls’ basketball team knew there would be difficult stretches in its schedule. They also knew there were opportunities to succeed.
Two of those opportunities came prior...
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Creekside Manor Apartments, developed by Central Minnesota Housing Partnership, is a 55+ senior living community at the corner of Creekside Drive and Settler’s Parkway in Buffalo. CMHP is currently...
This crew took advantage of last Tuesday’s sunny weather to pour concrete sidewalks in front of Buffalo Lake as the Hwy. 25 project continues to progress. (Photo by Tom McDonnell)
Buffalo Community Orchestra (BCO) is excited to offer a second performance of The American Spirit on May 5, in the Saint Michael-Albertville High School Performing Arts Center. Don’t miss your chance...
Matthew Thomas Lyrek made his first court appearance on Monday, April 29, after being shot by a Wright County Sheriff’s Office deputy April 15 in Montrose, as he was being served with an arrest...
The Wright County Historical Society is holding their 4th annual Online Yard Sale Fundraiser. This online-only event started Thursday, May 2, at noon and ends Friday, May 10, at 4:30 p.m. Items may...
“Anne of Green Gables” is a play adaptation of the classic children’s novel by L.M. Montgomery. It follows siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert — the owners of Green Gables farm on Prince Edward...
The Waverly Knights of Columbus will host a pancake breakfast on Sunday, May 5, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the Waverly KC Hall (301 5th St. N, Waverly).
Menu includes pancakes, (regular and...
Are you moving this spring? Or just in need of some empty boxes? The Wright County Recycling Center has cardboard boxes of all sizes – from small to wardrobe size – and the best news is that they’re...
May is Foster Care Appreciation month, and Wright County Health and Human Services would like to acknowledge the dedication of our foster care providers for their care and compassion of those in need...
I think we all have heard about the issue with non-native species and how they can interrupt a habitat. There are many examples of this in both plants and animals. One of the big problems in the...
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