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Community comes together to fight childhood hunger
At Wright County Area United Way, we are committed to creating lasting change right here in our local communities of Albertville, St. Michael, Monticello, and Buffalo. By investing donations locally, we support programs that address the root...
Cich scoring big points; Bison defeat Hopkins, defend SLP Panther Invite title
Extended time away from school and competitive events for the holidays are a welcoming pause in the season for junior Cam Cich, one of seven seniors on this year’s Buffalo boys’ swim/dive team.
“Personally, I like the...
Struggling offense comes alive; Eggers’ buzzer-beater lifts Buffalo over Rogers
One game after suffering one of their worst offensive showings of the season the Buffalo girls’ basketball team bounced back with their highest scoring effort of the year in an 87-85 road win Monday, Jan. 5, at Rogers...
Contributions from many lead to 9-0 start
After an explosive varsity debut, Bison junior guard Eli Hegle is picking up where he left off for the Buffalo boys’ basketball team.
Hegle scored 34 and 27 points in back-to-back wins to open the season against Cambridge-Isanti and Monticello. A knee...
Joseph Buschel, 48
Joseph “Joe” Louis Buschel, age 48, of Buffalo, MN, formerly of Big Lake, MN, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2025.
He was born on February 12, 1977, in Buffalo to Steven and Mary (Holthaus) Buschel. Joe later moved to Dassel where he graduated from Dassel-Cokato High...
Whenever the holiday season comes to an end, like it recently did, I feel a bit bleak. The end of the holidays signal the beginning of winter in my mind. Winter officially kicked off on Dec. 21, but who’s counting a few days here and there. With the kids back in school, the holidays are but a...
Graduations
Univ. of Nebraska, Lincoln
The following student graduated following the fall 2025 semester.
Otsego - Levi James Fox, BS, Business Administration.
Academic Honors
McPherson College, KS
(3.55-4.0)
The following student was named to the Honor Roll for the fall 2025 semester...
This week, we will feature comfort food... Casseroles!
Nothing says “Minnesota Winter” better than a warm, homecooked casserole.
Enjoy!
Amish Breakfast Casserole
Prep: 15 min.
Cook: 35 min.
Servings: 12
1 lb. sliced bacon, diced
1 med. sweet onion, chopped
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 C...
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New Year’s is time for remembering the past and looking forward to what’s to come in the new year ahead!
This week we will continue our party ideas. Maybe this year’s New Year’s resolution can be...
Crowds gathered in Buffalo Monday night for the annual CPKC Holiday Train stop, featuring brightly lit boxcars, live music, and the collection of donations to support the Buffalo Food Shelf. Event...
The Buffalo City Council met on Monday, Dec. 15. Community Development Director David Kelly presented an overview along with recommendations from the Planning Commission regarding a preliminary plat...
The City of Montrose held its annual Truth in Taxation hearing during its regular City Council meeting on Monday, Dec. 8. Treasurer Jackie Heinz provided information on the City’s 2026 final property...
Attend an open house Dec. 22
The City of Buffalo is in the beginning stages of developing a long-range system plan for over 30 city parks, 11.5 miles of city trails, and a variety of recreation...
Come experience an interactive, walk-through Nativity event with live characters portraying wisemen, shepherds, soldiers, angels, Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus, along with a whole stable of live...
A free community Christmas breakfast will be served on Thursday, Dec. 25, at the Montrose Community Center, 200 Center Ave. S., Montrose. The meal will be offered from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The...
Will you or your family be spending Christmas Day apart from friends and relatives? Don’t be alone. Please gather with others for a free Christmas Day Dinner on Dec. 25, at 1:00 p.m., at Buffalo...
Family Snowshoeing
Join Outdoor Recreation School instructors to learn how to put on and walk in snowshoes for a family snowshoeing event Saturday, December 27, from 1:30. p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Crow-...
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