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Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and reflect on one's blessings. In 2022, Canadian Thanksgiving takes place on October 10, while Americans celebrate on November 24. In anticipation of these holidays, here are some interesting facts about the Thanksgiving celebration.
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Though retailers may begin playing holiday tunes shortly after Halloween, for many people, no date on the calendar marks the beginning of the holiday season better than the day they pick up their Christmas tree.
There are many different ways to acquire a Christmas tree. Some people prefer...
Cornelius Adickes, 81
Cornelius Clarence “Casey” Adickes, age 81, of Monticello, and formerly of Annandale, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022, at The St. Cloud Hospital.
He was born in Silver Creek Township, Wright County on March 5, 1941, the son of Clarence and Dorothy Mary (Van Lith)...
With high inflation rates, talks of United States recession, and high fuel and food prices; chances are many are doing their Holiday shopping on a budget this year. That’s okay, what’s important is to enjoy this time with family, friends, and loved ones. From Thanksgiving dinner to Christmas...
Still thinking about what to make for your Thanksgiving celebration? Here are a few last minute ideas.
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Baked Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan Cheese and...
The ballots are cast, local election winners announced
The 2022 mid-term elections are now over, with the exception of a few run-offs in various races.
What is clear, is the democrats exceeded expectations on a state and national level, and the Country is very evenly divided.
In local races:...
Wright County Commissioners held a public hearing and ultimately approved an amendment to the ordinance on aggregate removal tax that clarifies some definitions and addresses the use of the special reserve fund at their regular County Board meeting, Tuesday, Nov. 1.
Members of the public took the...
The Hanover City Council has been considering their best options moving forward regarding recycling services for the city. Hanover has had a contract with Republic Services (previously Randy’s), but there were concerns about the service provided.
In a previous council meeting, members discussed...
In honor of our veterans, a full-page Veterans Day tribute will be featured in this week’s Journal-Press. This tribute includes a list of local businesses showing their appreciation and respect for those who bravely and selflessly serve/served to protect our country and freedom.
Thank you to all of...
With Thanksgiving coming up soon, the Wright County Journal-Press and The Drummer has conducted its annual drawing with this year being three grocery store $35 gift cards, just in time for the Holiday season. The prize drawing was held this week, and the winners for 2022 are: Ruth Jans, of Buffalo...
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The Wright County Chamber Chorus will present a program entitled “Bernstein’s Best: A Salute to Leonard Bernstein” on Sunday, Nov. 11 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birth. The program...
With Veterans Day right around the corner, what better way is there to celebrate those who have served our country than with a good meal? On November 11, Buffalo and Monticello will be honoring vets...
We all anticipated them - the one little thing that, once every few years, brings us all together on the same playing field. They pop out into the community in a wash of red and white, worn proudly...
The polls were busy on Tuesday, November 6, as Wright County community members gathered together at voting stations across the district to cast their votes in the Midterm Election.
Buildup to the...
Editor’s Note: This story has been taken from the December 20, 2017 issue of The Fountain Hills Times. Connie McCanless was raised in Buffalo, and graduated with the BHS class of 1942.
Connie...
For many, Veterans Day is yet another day on the calendar that we can check off, load up the car, and plan for an extended weekend getaway. It’s a last-ditch effort to break out the grill and...
The last high school race for five seniors on this year’s Buffalo boys’ cross country team ended with mixed emotions.
With a score of 210, the Bison placed seventh in last Saturday’s Class AA state...
This year’s roster features a lot of returning faces for the Bison girls’ hockey team – 14 to be exact.
Ironically, the biggest turnover comes from atop. Gone is head coach Mark Nordvall. Replacing...
Add the girls’ cross country team to the list of recent champions at St. Michael-Albertville High School.
With a score of 70, the Knights edged favored and defending state champion Wayzata’s 75 in...
By now, everyone who reads my column should know that I’m a pretty major movie enthusiast – if that’s a surprise to you, or this is your first time reading the column, this is both your welcoming and...
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