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Two-out single spoils no-hit bid; Buffalo’s speed key to success
A couple near misses took place in the Buffalo Junior Legion Post 270 Cobras doubleheader split on Tuesday, July 7, against Delano.
One close call resulted in a loss as the home team on the scoreboard. The other resulted in a win as...
Roselyn Besky, 85
Roselyn “Rose” Besky, 85, of Buffalo, passed away peacefully surrounded by family June 22, 2026.
Rose was born October 10, 1940, to Vern and Lydia (Baier) Rudolph in St. Paul.
She married Robert “Bob” Besky, November 29, 1958.
They were blessed with three children. They spent...
Every summer, when the fireworks are over and the dust settles a week or two after the Fourth of July celebrations, I feel a sense of sadness creep in. I’m not sure why, it isn’t rational, but I’m guessing it’s tied to the feeling that summer won’t last forever. I begin to wonder if I’m making...
Graduations
Normandale Comm. College, Bloomington
The following students graduated following the fall 2025, spring 2026, or summer 2026 semester.
Albertville - Isabella Heieie, AA, Liberal Education, with High Honors.
Buffalo - Riley Jendro, AS, Computer Science Transfer Pathway.
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With summer vacation already a month in for school age kiddos, we are focusing on a different kind of recipe.
These recipes are safe, kid-friendly and provide lots of fun ways for the kids to be creative this summer!
Homemade Outdoor Paint for Kids
Perfect for sidewalk, driveway, or patio art...
A sea of spectators dressed in red, white, and blue lined the streets of downtown Delano on July 4 to celebrate America’s 250th Independence Day during Minnesota’s oldest and largest Fourth of July parade. The parade tradition began in 1857, with a group of Delano area residents traveling by...
Do you believe in magic? Buffalo Community Theater is making it happen with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Broadway version of “Cinderella.”
“Cinderella” tells the story of a young woman forced into a life of servitude by her stepmother and stepsisters. Everything changes when a charming but naive...
The City of Buffalo established and appointed members to serve on the Buffalo Youth Council during its regular city council meeting on Monday, July 6. While student liaisons have served on the council in years past, the Buffalo Youth Council is a new endeavor for the City.
City Administrator...
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Now We’re Cookin’ is partnering with the Wright County Historical Society on a countywide project to collect, preserve, and celebrate Wright County recipes.
This collaborative effort aims to bring...
Every holiday season, as stores glow bright with twinkling lights and sidewalks fill with bundled-up shoppers, the familiar sound of a ringing bell drifts through the cold Minnesota air.
Two...
Annandale wins elusive first state football championship; Purcell ties state record
In a game where offense – particularly passing yards – were hard to come by, it was a wide receiver that stole...
Loss of 12 seniors leaves holes in lineup; Buffalo prepares for switch to new section
The Buffalo boys’ basketball team has plenty of question marks heading into the 2025-26 season. But for Josh...
Buffalo falls 4-1 at Roseau, Bemidji
There’s been a lot of positives early this season for the Buffalo girls’ hockey team. But one negative, is the 0-4 record so far against Section 8AA opponents....
Holiday Baking Time!
Every year we look for new recipes to add to our cookie trays. We try to have different flavors, colors and textures and most people find that they enjoy having a homemade treat...
Conditions were optimal for Northern Lights viewing on Tuesday and Wednesday evening, Nov. 11 and 12. These fabulous photos were taken by Wright County Journal-Press employee Lisa Parker. After...
Deck the Halls returns to Buffalo on Saturday, December 6, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Sturges Park. The tree lighting will take place at 3:30 p.m.
Bring the family for a visit with Santa who...
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