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College is the natural next step for many graduating high school students. According to Best Colleges, in 2022 there were 17.9 million students enrolled in degree-granting colleges and universities in the United States. Many other students began their college careers in the fall 2023 semester,...
Oktoberfest is a celebration that transcends geographical boundaries. Much like people in various pockets of the globe celebrate St. Patrick's Day and Cinco de Mayo even if they have little or no connection to Ireland or Mexico, respectively, Bavarian heritage is not a prerequisite for...
The average person will spend around eight hours at work each day, and do so roughly five days a week. Over time, relationships with coworkers may grow, and many people become friendly with their colleagues. In such settings, it can be customary to celebrate holidays with coworkers at company-...
Food features prominently throughout the holiday season. Family meals around the holiday dinner table are a cherished tradition in millions of households, and food also plays a central role during seasonal gatherings with friends and colleagues. Food also can feature prominently throughout Chanukah...
Impaired driving and distracted driving get their share of attention, as both contribute to fatal yet often preventable accidents. However, another danger lurks when people get behind the wheel - particularly when they engage in drowsy driving. The National Safety Council says drowsy driving...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu     Map of woodlands of Minnesota, courtesy of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources   Today we're sharing our recommended trees and plants for the Rochester Plateau and Blufflands (region 9 on the map), also commonly referred to as the...
At the Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose (BHM) school board meeting on Monday, September 25, district Finance and Operations Director Ryan Tangen reviewed the information for the proposed building bond construction project that will be put before voters at a special election on November 7. “We started...
Buffalo High School selected this year’s homecoming king and queen on Monday, Sept. 25, at the coronation ceremony at the Performing Arts Center. Pictured above is King Jerrick Gorton, and Queen Lisa Bull. (Photo by Rob LaPlante)
The Wright County Board is looking to approve a roughly 4.8 % levy increase for 2024 at a special meeting that was held on Tuesday, Sept. 26.   Commissioners and staff have been chipping away at a levy that started at a 7.1 percent increase. That was pared down to 5.26 percent, which would have...

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Superheroes, princesses, villains, sea creatures, and more roamed the streets of downtown Buffalo on Saturday, Oct. 31 during the Merchant Trick-or-Treat event. Above, Brian Nienaber, left, Spencer...
Buffalo American Legion will be hosting their annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 8 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Breakfast is free to all veterans and active duty personnel...
The Buffalo Rotary works very hard to make Toys for Tots a success, but we could never do it without the help of concerned citizens and business leaders. Last year, we provided toys to over 230...
On Saturday, Oct. 31, from 2 to 4 p.m., local kids dressed up in their finest Halloween costumes to participate in the Buffalo Merchant Trick-or-Treat.
  Because of Thanksgiving, in my mind, the month of November and turkeys are linked together. Of course, this is uniquely an American association due to our Thanksgiving holiday. So, at this time of...
TCRC Showcase in Atwater gives state’s top runners one final XC race   In a meet that gave select runners and teams one last chance to compete against the state’s best, Prior Lake, ranked No. 1 in...
Otto’s 154 yards, five rushing TDs lift Elk River to 52-19 victory over Bison   Even with a week of preparation, the Buffalo football team struggled to defend Elk River’s classic wing-T offense in...
It was announced Thursday, Oct. 29 that Buffalo High School’s application to join the Northwest Suburban Conference (NWSC) for the 2021-22 school year was denied. Buffalo needed nine yes votes from...

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