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Apples
Article: Tracking apple maggot populations and considerations for organic management
Article: Training young free-standing apple trees
Grapes
Deer damage and management
Downy mildew: Identifying oil spots and...
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Cucumber beetles show up in Minnesota every year. This article provides a brief overview of cucumber beetles along with recommended management strategies you can use after your cucurbits are planted.
Cucumber beetles: an overview...
Road trips evoke a carefree spirit. While a road trip can offer a sense of freedom, without a solid financial plan in place, a liberating driving vacation can be a source of stress. In 2026, rising fuel and hospitality costs have made it essential to establish a budget before taking to the open...
Few things can upset an otherwise beautiful and relaxing day spent in an outdoor living space more quickly than insects and pests. Whether it's mosquitoes trying to bite homeowners and their guests, flies looking to land on food, or wildlife leaving trails of excrement throughout a yard, these...
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After spring cleanup and repotting, many houseplants move outdoors after Memorial Day. The challenge, of course, is that most houseplants prefer indirect light, something we can control indoors but not on a sunny patio. A plant that...
Last Monday, May 25, marked another Memorial Day honoring those military personnel who paid the ultimate sacrifice defending this great nation.
Buffalo American Legion Post 270’s annual Memorial Day service began at 8:45 a.m. with the Honor Guard parade to the legion, followed by the BHS band...
The Buffalo Days 79th annual celebration will take place from Sunday, June 14, through Sunday, June 21.
A variety of festivities, activities, and happenings will be held throughout the week, with something for everyone in the family to enjoy, including carnival rides, games, and sweet treats!
The...
At the May 19 meeting of the Wright County Board of Commissioners, the board unanimously approved enacting an emergency moratorium on applications for data centers in county townships.
The topic of data centers has been controversial in many of the areas they have been constructed, including a...
The Montrose City Council met on Monday, May 18. Under new business, the council held discussions related to Celebrate Montrose Hometown Days.
Celebrate Montrose representative Teri Donofrio highlighted a key change for the event with the announcement of a new date. Celebrate Montrose was...
On Saturday, July 11, family, friends, and community members will gather from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at the home of Cassie and Bryce Miller, 2742 50th St. NE, in Buffalo, for Light the Way: A Benefit for Cassie Miller - an evening centered around faith, hope, and supporting a local family through...
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With summer in full swing, it gets harder to keep snacks and quick meals on hand for your family members.
This week, we feature some kid-friendly (and kids at heart) quick grab and pre-prep ideas...
Despite a few raindrops and darker skies to the west, The Great Outdoor Fair held last Saturday in Sturges Park in Buffalo, was very popular with the steady flow of fairgoers. The free event,...
The Buffalo City Council met for an emergency meeting on Monday, June 30. Due to recent heavy rains and flooding, the City issued Slow-No-Wake Zone Declarations for Lake Pulaski and Buffalo Lake. As...
Minnesota State Senator Eric Lucero (St. Michael), and Representative Joe McDonald (Delano), met at the Wright County Government Center on Friday, June 27, to provide updates and analysis regarding...
From the evening of Saturday, June 28, into early Sunday, June 29, Wright County experienced a powerful line of thunderstorms marked by strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Reports from the Minnesota...
The annual Waverly Daze celebration will take place from Thursday, July 10, through Sunday, July 13. There are a variety of fun activities for everyone to enjoy. Most events are held at American...
Concerts in the Park will be held this Thursday, July 3. Performances are held each Thursday through August 29, in Sturges Park, at the Bandshell, and begin at 7:00 p.m.
This week’s concert features...
The annual Lake Pulaski Boat & Ski Parade will once again grace the waters on Friday, July 4.
Beginning at noon, the ski parade will launch from the dock at Charlie and Clare Koch’s, at 1721...
Fare for All, a local program to make fresh produce and frozen meats more affordable for local families will run from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo (...
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