With Minnesota’s COVID-19 pandemic slowly improving, Gov. Walz announced the loosening of some restrictions on Wednesday, Jan. 6.Beginning Jan. 11, indoor dining at restaurants and bars reopened at 50 percent capacity, with a maximum of 150 people...

Restaurants, bars reopen at 50 percent capacity, restrictions loosen
With Minnesota’s COVID-19 pandemic slowly improving, Gov. Walz announced the loosening of some restrictions on Wednesday, Jan. 6.Beginning Jan. 11, indoor dining at restaurants and bars reopened at 50 percent capacity, with a maximum of 150 people...

Wednesday, Jan. 6 was the second day Wright County Public Health workers were at the Centennial Park Fire Station in Buffalo to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to local emergency medical services staff. Three vehicles at a time pulled into an empty...

Local EMS staff receive COVID-19 vaccine
Wednesday, Jan. 6 was the second day Wright County Public Health workers were at the Centennial Park Fire Station in Buffalo to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to local emergency medical services staff. Three vehicles at a time pulled into an empty...

After 22 years of service, Tom Kelly recently retired from his position as Wright County Attorney. Now, Brian Lutes will serve in the role, stepping into the shoes of his former boss.On Monday, Jan. 4, Lutes took the oath of office in the new...

Brian Lutes sworn in as County Attorney
After 22 years of service, Tom Kelly recently retired from his position as Wright County Attorney. Now, Brian Lutes will serve in the role, stepping into the shoes of his former boss.On Monday, Jan. 4, Lutes took the oath of office in the new...

“Teens need healthy connections with safe adults who care about them.” This is the mission Timber Bay set out on when it was founded in 1970. The organization focuses on helping youth “create deep, healthy connections with peers and mentors.” Timber...

Timber Bay: helping youth thrive in life
“Teens need healthy connections with safe adults who care about them.” This is the mission Timber Bay set out on when it was founded in 1970. The organization focuses on helping youth “create deep, healthy connections with peers and mentors.” Timber...

Talented junior class looks to fill shoes of record-breaking senior class There’s no sugarcoating the fact, the Buffalo boys’ basketball team will be hard pressed to replace nearly 4,000 career points that graduated off last year’s squad.Gone, is...

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Talented junior class looks to fill shoes of record-breaking senior class There’s no sugarcoating the fact, the Buffalo boys’ basketball team will be hard pressed to replace nearly 4,000 career points that graduated off last year’s squad.Gone, is...

Scherber, Herbst earn pre-season top-three ranking Most wrestlers would be satisfied to reach the fourth step up on the state podium. Not the case for senior Ryan Scherber, who is hopeful he gets one last opportunity to become a state champion....

Ranked wrestlers lead Buffalo
Scherber, Herbst earn pre-season top-three ranking Most wrestlers would be satisfied to reach the fourth step up on the state podium. Not the case for senior Ryan Scherber, who is hopeful he gets one last opportunity to become a state champion....

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Physical activity guidelines for children, adolescents and adults

Staying healthy is a full-time job for people of all ages. While it might not always prove so easy to exercise or eat right, the benefits of healthy living are undeniable. According to the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease, "prevention" refers to helping people avoid getting sick or identifying...

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12 weeks of winter: Spend time stargazing

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu Cold, clear, winter nights are a great time to look up at the stars and learn some constellations! Current star maps are available on the...

Wright County Area Fishing & Hunting Report for 1/15/21

Since there is inconsistent ice depths on most lakes, it is suggested that you use only ATVs at this point. Clearwater and Lake Francis are showing some evening crappie action over 20-25 ft. Fish for...

Restaurants, bars reopen at 50 percent capacity, restrictions loosen

With Minnesota’s COVID-19 pandemic slowly improving, Gov. Walz announced the loosening of some restrictions on Wednesday, Jan. 6. Beginning Jan. 11, indoor dining at restaurants and bars reopened at...

Local EMS staff receive COVID-19 vaccine

Wednesday, Jan. 6 was the second day Wright County Public Health workers were at the Centennial Park Fire Station in Buffalo to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to local emergency medical services...

Brian Lutes sworn in as County Attorney

After 22 years of service, Tom Kelly recently retired from his position as Wright County Attorney. Now, Brian Lutes will serve in the role, stepping into the shoes of his former boss. On Monday, Jan...

Parks shelter reservations open with new system

Wright County Parks & Recreation has a pair of important announcements for those intending to rent shelters at Beebe Lake County Park, Otsego County Park, Clearwater/Pleasant County Park, Bertram...

Buffalo Area Masonic annual food shelf drive underway

On Jan. 1, the Buffalo Area Masonic Lodge, Nelson Lodge No. 135 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons (AF & AM), began the 10th Annual Food Shelf Matching Funds Drive program. This year’s food drive...

Timber Bay: helping youth thrive in life

“Teens need healthy connections with safe adults who care about them.” This is the mission Timber Bay set out on when it was founded in 1970. The organization focuses on helping youth “create deep,...

NEXT MEN UP

Talented junior class looks to fill shoes of record-breaking senior class There’s no sugarcoating the fact, the Buffalo boys’ basketball team will be hard pressed to replace nearly 4,000 career...

Ranked wrestlers lead Buffalo

Scherber, Herbst earn pre-season top-three ranking Most wrestlers would be satisfied to reach the fourth step up on the state podium. Not the case for senior Ryan Scherber, who is hopeful he gets...

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Physical activity guidelines for children, adolescents and adults

Boredom Busters! Fun Page 1/14/21

Word Scramble for 1/14/21

Guess Who? 1/14/21

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