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A regenerating aspen stand
When we were developing the climate-ready woodlands tree recommendation lists, we were often surprised about which tree species were noton these lists, including iconic Minnesota species such as quaking aspen...
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Image: Young grape shoots damaged by late spring frost (May 11th, 2021). Photos taken by Madeline Wimmer.
Cold stress and frost damage have the potential to impact perennial fruit crops during different times of the year, and springtime...
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We've developed a new webpage for growers to learn about projected climate changes in Minnesota, and strategies for resilience that are specific to Minnesota, and to vegetable farming.
Climate models project the following about our future...
Much-needed moisture in the form of snow and rain blanketed the state Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. This photo is from Sturges Park in Buffalo on Monday morning. (Photo by Tom McDonnell)
Prior to the Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose school board meeting last Monday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m., a public comment period at 6:30 p.m. brought out standing-room-only attendance in support of teachers in their contract negotiations with District 877.
Students and parents took turns addressing the...
Wright County Commissioners took time last week to reflect upon and recognize the great work done by Wright County staff at an annual Employee Recognition Ceremony at their March 19 board meeting.
Each spring an Employee of the Year and Group of the Year is chosen for their exemplary efforts over...
As the snow melts and the first buds of spring emerge, the Buffalo Community Theater (BCT) is set to breathe new life into the classic tale of “Enchanted April.” This heartwarming production, opening on April 5, promises to be a highlight of the community theater’s cultural calendar.
Set in the...
Wright County property owners will soon be receiving their annual Notice of Valuation and Classification for the 2024 Assessment, property taxes payable in 2025. This is the first of three notifications that property owners will receive regarding the 2025 property taxes, with the Truth in Taxation...
The City of Buffalo Water Department will be flushing hydrants Monday, April 15 through Friday, April 26.
Hydrant flushing is done spring and fall to ensure hydrants are in working order for fire protection and to remove mineral deposits that may accumulate in the water distribution system.
In...
The Wright County Horticultural Society will be hosting a special speaker on Monday, April 8, at the Buffalo Covenant Church, located at 1601 Highway 25 N, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Carol Hatcher is a Wright County Master Gardener and speaker on the monarch butterfly. Come join the Wright County...
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Wright County is now officially a “Second Amendment Dedicated County” according to a resolution to that effect that was passed by the members of the Board of Wright County Commissioners on Tuesday,...
The weather on Saturday, Feb. 29 was not only beautiful for Leap Day, but it was also perfect for a day at the track. Hundreds of folks traveled to Canterbury Park in Shakopee to watch Extreme Horse...
Senior diver, Quincy Kabe, took three extra steps up than he did a year ago on this year’s Class AA state podium.
Kabe placed fifth in last Saturday’s final round of the state diving event with a...
Two Buffalo wrestlers took two different paths to reach the podium at this year’s Class AA state tournament last weekend at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.
Ryan Scherber placed fourth at 132 pounds....
In November, I wrote about the thirteen virtues of Benjamin Franklin, and how Franklin sought each day to make conscious self-improvements. I hoped to bring some of his ideas, including avoiding...
Irish Eggs
2 T. butter
6 potatoes, peeled & sliced
1 onion, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
6 eggs, beaten
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Add potatoes, onion...
Originally a novel published in 1903 by Jack London, “The Call of the Wild” follows a curious, adventuresome dog named Buck through the Canadian Yukon, during the height of the 1890s Klondike Gold...
Long has the opera been seen as a trademark of the upper class, a symbol of wealth and dignity. However, the opera has recently taken a turn from its elitist roots and become a music for the people....
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