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Donating blood is a selfless act that benefits countless individuals each day. The need for a steady blood supply is ongoing. In July 2024, the American Red Cross faced an emergency blood shortage after its national blood inventory fell by more than 25 percent. The Red Cross recently reported its...
A wedding day is a magical and memorable day for a couple and their family members. Months or even years of planning may go into making a wedding day special.
For some, an outdoor wedding and celebration amid the beauty of nature is the ultimate setting in which to tie the knot. When Mother Nature...
Though people attempting to lose weight may love a quick fix or magic pill that could shed excess pounds, successful efforts that produce long-term weight loss generally take considerable time and effort. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people who lose weight at a gradual,...
Whether it's a lavish, black-tie affair or a laid back gathering in the backyard, a couple's wedding day is a momentous, and often costly, occasion. According to the online wedding planning resource Zola, the average cost of a wedding in 2023 was $33,000. That's a significant sum for couples to...
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Looking to add a boost of nutrition to your diet this winter? Say hello to microgreens—tiny flavorful greens you’ve probably seen topping salads or sandwiches at fancy restaurants.
Microgreens are easy to grow, incredibly nutritious, and...
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As Minnesotans, we know how tough winter can be, and backyard birds face the same challenges. When the snow piles up and temperatures plummet, natural food sources become scarce. This is when bird feeders become a lifeline, providing...
Former Buffalo native, Diane Carlson Evans, a Vietnam War veteran and tireless advocate for the recognition of women’s contributions to the military, has been awarded the prestigious Presidential Citizens Medal. This honor, one of the highest civilian awards in the United States, recognizes...
The Buffalo City Council met on Monday, January 6, for its first meeting of the new year. Steve Downer took an oath of office and was officially sworn in as Mayor of Buffalo by Police Chief Pat Budke during a ceremony at the start of the meeting. Following the oath recited by Mayor Downer, council...
The Buffalo Hospital care team helped a Kimball family welcome Korbin Hendrickx to the world on Wednesday, Jan. 1, at 1:35 p.m. Weighing seven pounds, five ounces, and measuring 20 inches at birth, Korbin is the first baby born at Buffalo Hospital this year, and the first child for mother Brandi...
Applications are now open for the Minnesota Farm Bureau Sesquicentennial Farm program, honoring Minnesota families that have owned their farms for at least 150 years. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 3.
To qualify, the farm must:
•Be at least 150 years old this year (2025) according to...
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After a lengthy conversation on the environmental impacts of a proposed sand and gravel mine in Buffalo Township, Wright County Commissioners, Tuesday, Nov. 16, sided with residents and will order an...
The holiday season is upon is and the Buffalo Rotary Toys for Tots is well underway. As we continue to experience the difficulties related to COVID-19 and the many challenges it brings, requests for...
The annual Truth in Taxation notices were mailed out to Wright County property owners Monday, Nov. 15. Due to a technical glitch, property owners in the City of Buffalo received inaccurate tax...
There’s nothing more wondrous than watching the innocent expressions and excitement the holiday season brings to small children.
They know it’s just a matter of weeks before Santa arrives. Christmas...
The City of Buffalo has received feedback from residents that scammers are calling and stating that they are from the City of Buffalo Electric Department. Scammers are claiming that payment has not...
Due to the significant amount of community spread of Covid in Wright County at this time, the Buffalo Community Orchestra has decided to go virtual for their annual “Holiday for Orchestra with...
The Buffalo Chamber of Commerce encourages our residents to shop local/shop small this holiday season.
The Buffalo Retail Group is giving out 100 swag bags with treats and discounts from...
Deck the Halls shopping event, with all its fun and merriment, is coming again on Saturday, Dec. 4, in Buffalo.
Shop at the many local retail stores starting at 10:00 a.m. Find a great holiday gift...
The Buffalo Knights of Columbus are again selling Christmas trees this year. The lot is located on the east side of Hwy. 25, across from Walmart, by the middle school sports fields. This year, there...
Yet another white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) mating season is behind us now. This year, I spent a truckload of time in the woods following several large bucks who were actively searching...
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