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Parts of the state have received rain over the last week, but most of the state is abnormally dry, with a few areas of southeast and north central Minnesota in moderate drought. There is a chance of rain and storms across the state in the...
The north end of the Highway 25 detour and closure between Buffalo and Monticello shifted as the new roundabout opened at County Road 37, the Minnesota Department of Transportation reports. The change took effect Tuesday, June 2.
The Highway 25 closure will extend northward from John Ause Memorial...
Traffic was flowing east/west at a steady clip last Tuesday morning as the roundabout opened at County Rd. 37 and Hwy. 25. Updates on Hwy. 25 construction are included in the story and above graphic. (Photo by Tom McDonnell)
Mayor Steve Downer opened Monday night’s June 1 Buffalo City Council meeting with an announcement of recognition for Jillian Pack who has served in the role of Student Liaison since 2023, where she provides updates to the council on events and happenings at Buffalo High School. Jillian will...
The Buffalo Hanover Montrose School Board met on Tuesday, May 26. Director of Finance and Operations Ryan Tangen highlighted annual resolutions for ISD 877 cooperatives Southwest Metro and Wright Technical Center, regarding tax levies to be approved in fall of 2026, payable in 2027, for fiscal year...
The 39th annual Albertville Friendly City Days will run Wednesday, June 10, through Sunday, June 14. There will be many enjoyable events scheduled during Albertville’s five days of summer fun. A carnival will entertain young and old alike each day in Central Park. Also, a citywide garage sale will...
At 8:18 p.m. Monday, June 1, deputies from the Wright County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Pleasant Lake in Corinna Township for a possible drowning in the lake.
Deputies discovered an overturned kayak near the public access and dock on the north side of the lake where several people were...
Dine for a cause! Enjoy a great meal at Culvers in Buffalo (500 Hwy. 55) on Wednesday, June 10, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and know that 10% of sales during this event will go directly to the Wright County Area United Way.
Join us for the “Green Bean Open,” the Buffalo Food Shelf’s biggest fundraiser of the year on Thursday, June 11, at Wild Marsh Golf Club in Buffalo.
The Green Bean Open is a major fundraiser for the Buffalo Food Shelf. Please help us keep our shelves full so we can continue to help Buffalo...
Minnesota’s oldest Pro Rodeo, The Buffalo PRCA Championship Rodeo will be held from Thursday, June 25, to Saturday, June 27, at the Buffalo Rodeo Grounds. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m., and the performances start at 7:00 p.m. each night.
General admission tickets are $25 for Adults and $20 for...
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This week we learned about the passing of our friend and former columnist, Darlene Dixon.
We wanted to honor her and what she provided to us and our readers by revisiting her recipes.
Kitchen...
State Senator Bruce Anderson, of rural Buffalo, died unexpectedly on Monday at the age of 75.
“I’m saddened to learn Senator Bruce Anderson passed unexpectedly,” stated Senate Republican Leader Mark...
Doors to the newly constructed HealthSource Chiropractic building located at 701 Hwy. 55 East in Buffalo officially opened on June 23. Construction on the building began in early September of last...
The 20th annual Hanover Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, August 2. The day packed full of events begins at 8:00 a.m. with a 5k run and ends with a spectacular fireworks show at Settlers...
Mayor Steve Downer opened the Buffalo City Council meeting on Monday, July 21, with words of condolence to the family of Senator Bruce Anderson, who passed away early Monday morning.
“I’m sad to...
Concerts in the Park will be held this Thursday, July 24. Performances are held each Thursday through August 28, at the Sturges Park Bandshell, and begin at 7:00 p.m.
This week’s concert features...
Military Day at the Wright County Fair will take place on Saturday, July 26, at 11:00 a.m.
This event is sponsored by Buffalo American Legion and Wright County American Legions, as well as Wright...
The City of Buffalo is excited to partner with MNL for the first-ever Blooming Buffalo – Go Native Plant Sale. Help bring a touch of native wildflower beauty and essential pollinator habitat to your...
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