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Over the past few days, much of Minnesota has been blanketed by unhealthy concentrations of wildfire smoke from fires burning in Canada and northern Minnesota. How does the smoke impact you, and how does it impact your crops?
First, it's...
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Heat advisory for Minnesota growers
Apples
Identifying codling moth damage: Deep entry
When should trunk guards be removed from apple trees?
Check trellis wires, clips, and bands during the growing season (high density)...
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More oppressive heat is on the way for much of the state in the next week. Some farms are in severe drought, while others are under inches of water (Austin MN received 11 inches of rain in one week!). The heat, humidity, storms, and...
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Mystery of the month
What in the world happened to this strawberry?
The answer is at the bottom of this article.
Pests and diseases
Scout your plants for Japanese beetles. Japanese beetles start emerging in earnest in July. They...
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After several years of construction, I’ve been reclaiming my yard. One shaded corner is now home to lily of the valley and daylilies that I had moved forward to catch the morning sun. The day after I moved them, half the lilies were...
On Monday, July 13, construction crews began work on the last section of Hwy. 25 roundabouts. As a result, there will be no access going north on Hwy. 25 starting at John Ause Memorial Dr. Access to Commerce Cir. and Catlin St. will be from 3rd Ave. NE only. Use Hwy 55, 14th St. NE, or Anderson Ave...
The wait is over, and this week Buffalo Community Theater will open their production of Rodgers’ and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella!” This American classic musical has a new script that will bring the story to life for the whole family. Starring Laura Smith as Cinderella, Nathan Dressel as Prince Topher...
This brand-new Costco Wholesale warehouse located at 11910 60th Street NE in Otsego will officially open on Friday, August 14, wrapping up a roughly one-and-a-half-year construction project. The retailer is expected to bring expanded shopping options and new jobs to the growing area. Costco is a...
The City of Montrose previously announced its intent to place a question on the November ballot regarding which state flag should be flown at City Hall. After further review and consultation with Wright County Elections and the City Attorney, it was determined that Minnesota law does not authorize...
The Wright County Fair, located in Howard Lake, will begin on Wednesday, July 22, and end on Sunday, July 26. Admission for adults 18 and up is $5, kids’ admission is free for those under 18, and parking is $5. Grandstand events require additional ticket purchases.
The fair will feature the Wheels...
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The St. Francis Xavier Knights of Columbus sponsored blood drive for Red Cross will be held Wednesday, December 10, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the St. Francis Xavier Church basement....
Downtown Annandale will come alive with festive cheer on Saturday, Dec. 13, as the community gathers for its annual Main Street Holiday celebration.
Spend the day and experience holiday fun...
Three-year-old Elianna Renteria, of Montrose, is preparing for an exciting trip thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and a team of dedicated volunteers. Elianna was diagnosed with leukemia last...
Bison off to high-flying start; senior captain ties school record in 14-1 blowout over Osseo
The Buffalo boys’ hockey team is off to a flying start, and this year’s team leader has a big part to...
Balanced lineup has Buffalo optimistic it can build off last year’s success
Last season was arguably the best for the Buffalo boys’ swim/dive team in program history, and the numbers are there to...
Herbst eyes 150 wins, state return
Senior Aiden Herbst is determined to make his final year of wrestling at Buffalo High School similar to his freshman year – only better.
After qualifying for his...
Veteran coach to rely on veteran leaders
Balance is key for anything you do in life, but in the sport of gymnastics, it’s particularly important.
Whether it’s the balance beam, vault, uneven bars,...
Buffalo starts 0-4
The schedule for this year’s Buffalo girls’ basketball team was going to present its share of peaks and valleys. It was also going to endure its share of growing pains.
Through...
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