Voters across Wright County headed to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3, to cast their ballots in the 2026 midterm election, weighing in on a variety of local races that will help shape the future of their communities. From city council chambers and...

Winners of the 2026 midterm elections
Voters across Wright County headed to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3, to cast their ballots in the 2026 midterm election, weighing in on a variety of local races that will help shape the future of their communities. From city council chambers and...

Approximately 75 inmates gathered in the Wright County Jail gymnasium on Friday, Oct. 30, for an event titled, Holding on to Hope, providing an afternoon that offered more than just words of encouragement. The event created an opportunity to hear...

A message of faith, recovery, and second chances
Approximately 75 inmates gathered in the Wright County Jail gymnasium on Friday, Oct. 30, for an event titled, Holding on to Hope, providing an afternoon that offered more than just words of encouragement. The event created an opportunity to hear...

Senior libero leads Buffalo to 3-1 win over defending section champion Sartell in 8AAAA quarterfinals A libero in volleyball stands out from the rest of their teammates due to the opposite color uniform they are required to wear.The libero on...

Hot–diggity dog
Senior libero leads Buffalo to 3-1 win over defending section champion Sartell in 8AAAA quarterfinals A libero in volleyball stands out from the rest of their teammates due to the opposite color uniform they are required to wear.The libero on...

STMA falls again to Wayzata in Class AAA state quarterfinals History repeats itself once again for the St. Michael-Albertville boys’ soccer team. Wayzata scored two goals in the second half to defeat the Knights 2-0 in a Class AAA state...

O–FOR–TROJANS
STMA falls again to Wayzata in Class AAA state quarterfinals History repeats itself once again for the St. Michael-Albertville boys’ soccer team. Wayzata scored two goals in the second half to defeat the Knights 2-0 in a Class AAA state...

Park Center sinks Buffalo 28-24 on last-second score The Buffalo football team’s fate came down to one final play. Desmond Slocum’s fourth down throw on the game’s final play connected with Andre Nelson for a 24-yard score, lifting the No. 4...

One second proves to be difference
Park Center sinks Buffalo 28-24 on last-second score The Buffalo football team’s fate came down to one final play. Desmond Slocum’s fourth down throw on the game’s final play connected with Andre Nelson for a 24-yard score, lifting the No. 4...

Buffalo places fifth in Section 6AAA Buffalo junior Cady Macheel has some lasting memories – some good, some not so good, when it comes to running the 5K course at Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista. Just 16 days after falling ill near the finish...

Macheel’s PR earns state berth
Buffalo places fifth in Section 6AAA Buffalo junior Cady Macheel has some lasting memories – some good, some not so good, when it comes to running the 5K course at Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista. Just 16 days after falling ill near the finish...

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Hanover approves city-wide water and sewer study

The Hanover City Council approved a utility study proposal during its first meeting of the new year on Tuesday, January 6. Council welcomed new City Engineer Jeff Oliver who reviewed a proposal by...

Fatal crash on Hwy. 7 claims life of Buffalo area woman

Lifelong Buffalo area resident, Melinda Koosman, 63, was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Tuesday, January 6, on Hwy. 7 and Cable Ave. in Winsted Township, according to the Minnesota State Patrol...

Buffalo man killed during shooting in Lawrence, KS

A 28-year-old Buffalo man was killed during a shooting inside the Lawrence City Hall building early on the morning of Monday, January 5, according to the Lawrence Kansas Police Department. The...

Call for Farm Family of the Year nominations

The Farm Family Recognition Program honors farm families from throughout Minnesota for their contributions to the agriculture industry and their local communities. This program exists through the...

51st annual Maple Lake Ice Fishing Derby Saturday, February 7

Celebrate a winter tradition at the 51st annual Maple Lake Ice Fishing Derby on Saturday, Feb. 7. Whether you’re an avid angler or looking for family-friendly fun, this event has something for...

BHS Band Mattress fundraiser Saturday, Jan. 17

The BHS Band Program is hosting their annual mattress fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the main cafeteria at Buffalo High School (north side entrance). This...

Menards food drive runs through the end of March

Your local Menards home improvement store is now serving as a drop site for food pantries through the month of March. We’re excited to participate in this wonderful opportunity while lending a...

Masonic Annual Food Shelf Drive

On January 1, The Buffalo area Masonic lodge, Nelson Lodge No. 135 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, began its 15th Annual Food Shelf Funding Drive program for the year. There’s still time. This year...

A life of faith, family and service

Gary Johnson marks 90 years Long-time Buffalo resident Gary Johnson will celebrate his 90th birthday on January 23. Born in 1936, Johnson was adopted by a young couple, Burt and Gladis, who lived...

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Roehl notches 125th career win, 50th career pin; Bison defeat Edina, drop two section matches The Buffalo wrestling team capped off its busiest competition week of the season by hosting last...

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