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Seniors from Buffalo High School received their diplomas during the commencement ceremony last Friday at Bison Field West. Receiving her diploma in the photo above is Summer Dennison. The Class of 2026 had 402 total graduates. (Photo by Rob LaPlante)
Diane Althea Carlson Evans, 79, of Helena, Mont., passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, after a long and courageous battle against cancer.
The daughter of a dairy farmer and a nurse, Diane was born in Buffalo, Minn., in 1946 to Newell and Dorothy Carlson. She attended the Carlson Country School...
Bring a blanket or a chair to the Sturges Park Bandshell at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, to hear the Buffalo Community Orchestra perform their annual “Concert in the Park.” The concert, which offers free admission, will once again kick off the annual Buffalo Days celebration. Enjoy BCO concert...
A special presentation honoring Buffalo native Diane Carlson Evans will be held Sunday, June 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Sturges Park, prior to the Buffalo Community Orchestra concert.
The 15-minute program will recognize Carlson Evans’ extraordinary contributions to the nation and its veterans,...
On the evening of June 8, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Buffalo Police Department responded to a report of an unresponsive adult male outside in the area near the 500 block of Douglas Drive.
Upon arrival, Officers, and Allina Ambulance personnel immediately attempted life-saving measures....
Join us for an exciting open house event at the Wright County Sheriff’s Office! Discover the inner workings of our community’s safety and law enforcement efforts on Friday, June 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at 3810 Braddock Ave.NE, Buffalo.
Witness thrilling K9 demonstrations, get insights...
The City of Monticello will host Heritage Day on Saturday, June 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at West Bridge Park.
The family-friendly event will feature a full day of activities designed to honor Monticello’s past while celebrating its future. Guests can start the day with a pancake breakfast,...
For four generations, the Youngren family has farmed their land outside of Waverly, contributing to the agriculture industry and their community.
On Tuesday, June 2, at the Wright County Board meeting, they were recognized for their efforts as the Wright County Farm Family of the Year.
Every year...
Athletes, coaches, volunteers, and fans from across the country will gather in Minnesota this June as the state hosts the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, one of the largest sporting events in the nation. The weeklong event will celebrate inclusion, determination, and athletic achievement while...
Bison dominate section playoffs; Buffalo opens state quarterfinals with 11-9 win over Lakeville South
No team – not even Elk River/Zimmerman, was denying the Buffalo girls’ lacrosse team’s quest for the program’s first-ever section championship.
The No. 1 seeded Bison had seen their hopes...
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Bison girls return leaders of all ages; two state runners return
The Buffalo girls’ cross country team made giant strides in 2024, and with a few top runners returning to this year’s roster, the...
Breakout season saw Buffalo earn three Lake wins
The 2024 season ended in disappointment for the Buffalo boys’ soccer team, but in the big picture, it was arguably one of the program’s best.
After...
We (in rural MN) are lucky, and a bit spoiled, with the locally grown fresh fruits, veggies and flowers available at the farmers markets and food stands!
Nothing beats fresh-picked corn on the cob...
Night to Unite was held in communities around Wright County on Tuesday, August 5. Young residents in the Buffalo Hills neighborhood stand next to a police cruiser with Buffalo officers Mark Brown (...
Sunflowers are blooming bright yellow on the west side of Buffalo High School, thanks to Buffalo FFA, its alumni, Joe Hopkins (who donated the seeds), and Stan Vander Kooi (who made sure the seeds...
A special election for Senate District 29 will take place on November 4 to fill a vacant seat formerly held by Senator Bruce Anderson who passed away on July 21 at the age of 75.
Michael Holmstrom...
The Hanover City Council met on Tuesday, August 5. The meeting, regularly scheduled for 7:00 p.m., was moved to 5:00 p.m., to accommodate Night to Unite events around the city.
Council reviewed and...
Absentee voting for the August 26 special primary will begin on Thursday, August 14. If voting materials are not ready prior to August 14, the county will post information on the county website on...
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