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A family movie night makes for a great way for families to bond and enjoy some relaxing time together. Such nights are a tradition in households across the globe, and they can even become a fun way for extended families to celebrate the holiday days together. When hosting overnight guests this...
Certain sights and sounds are ingrained in the holiday season, from twinkling lights to carols piping over retailers' sound systems. Amid the shelves of holiday wares and delicacies, fruitcake makes its annual appearance. Fruitcake, sometimes referred to as plum cake or Christmas cake, can be...
Winter begins on December 21, 2023, and ends on March 19, 2024. Many people lament the arrival of winter, perhaps thinking the colder temperatures and shorter hours of sunlight will compromise their chances to have fun. Even though particularly chilly thermostat readings or stormy conditions can...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu     Join food safety and food preservation experts from the University of Minnesota Extension throughout the year to learn how to safely handle and prepare food. Whether you are a grower, operate a food business, or preserve foods for your...
The CPKC Holiday Train made its annual stop in Buffalo on Wednesday, December 13, at the 5th Street railway crossing. The area was packed with spectators who were excited to enjoy the Christmas cheer. See this week’s feature for more photos. (Photo by Emily Vojtech)
Joseph and Mary in the manger were played by Elijah and Lis Gust, with baby Jesus portrayed by little Eowyn, for Buffalo Covenant’s Living Nativity held December 16 and 17. See inside for more photos. (Photo by Char McDonnell)
The Montrose City Council held their Truth in Taxation hearing at their meeting on Monday, December 11. During this time, the public had the opportunity to ask questions or make comments. No one from the public came forward during this time.  The 2024 levy for the City of Montrose totals $1,842,431...
During the Monday, December 11, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose (BHM) School Board meeting, the school board also held their public hearing for the 2024 Truth in Taxation. Director of Finance and Operations Ryan Tangen provided a slideshow presentation with information during the meeting.  The requirement...
For the next two Thursdays (Dec. 21 and 28), the Wright County Historical Society will open extended hours for people to come see the Festival of Trees. The Historical Society (2001 Hwy. 25 near the Wright County government campus) will be open until 7:00 p.m. each night so those who can’t make it...
The Wright County Journal-Press and The Drummer office will be closed on Monday, December 25. Our office will re-open on December 26, and return to normal hours.  The office will also be closed on Monday, January 1, and will re-open on Tuesday, January 2, and return to normal hours of operation. ...

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It was a brisk afternoon at the Buffalo Heights Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 27 for the annual Buffalo Invitational Cross-Country Meet.  The sun was shining and the teams set up camps in the center...
Even without their top runner, the Bison boys’ cross country team posted a near-perfect score of 20 to win last Thursday’s Buffalo Invitational at Buffalo Heights Golf Course. It marked the seventh...
Buffalo defensive lineman Daunte Mattila (74) runs off the field in jubilation after recovering a fourth-quarter fumble. Matilla and the Bison’s defense shutdown a potent Monticello offense in a 21-7 home win last Friday at Bison Field West. (Photos by Rob LaPlante)
Monticello giveth and Buffalo taketh. With a game plan built to neutralize the hottest passing team in the state, the Magic baited the Bison football team’s offense to run the ball – and they did....
“This isn’t that big of news, is it?” His question may have been mildly serious, but Brad McColley of DRC Inc., Litchfield, is all smiles as he directs his crew to prepare for demolition of the...
Voters in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose District 877 are being asked to approve an increase in the district’s operating levy. The question will be on the November 6 ballot. The district is seeking the...
In 1964, a dream was born. For decades, True Friends has been a staple name in families with members born with developmental and physical disabilities. By providing an experience that most only dream...
2018 BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING ROYALTY
Better known for her skill in the hockey rink, Jada Habisch proved she can flourish on the soccer field as well. The junior midfielder registered all three goals to lead the Buffalo girls’ soccer...
Twenty points. Buffalo’s 98-86 road win last Thursday at Monticello was decided by 20 key points. With a differential of two points between finishing first and second in individual events and four in...
Every autumn, for over 30 years, I have been making a trek to northern Minnesota’s Hawk Ridge to see the annual raptor migration. For those who are not familiar with this tiny spot on a map along the...

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