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A Message from Wright County Elections:
Early voting is available to all eligible Wright County voters at the Wright County Government Center (3650 Braddock Ave. NE, Buffalo). Early voting is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The early voting period lasts from Friday,...
The Journal-Press will be publishing weekly candidate profiles leading up to the November 3, general election.
This week features the race for Wright County Sheriff between Rob Mossman and Matt Treichler, along with the races for Wright County Commissioner District 1, 3, and 4.
The race for...
The Wright County Journal Press and The Drummer are helping to support the 2026 “Trick-or-Treat Merchants Event” again this year. It will take place on Saturday, October 31, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at participating Buffalo businesses, both downtown and throughout the city.
This safe, daytime...
The Hanover Lions will be hosting our famous pancake breakfast at Hanover City Hall on Sunday, October 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. We will be serving all the favorites: Dehmer’s grilled sausage, regular pancakes, blueberry pancakes, French toast, OJ, milk, and coffee.
A donation box will be...
Gaborik Geyen has been fascinated with machines since he was a toddler. His dad Brandon has a video of him as a two-year-old, whipping donuts behind the throttle of a mini-4-wheeler. It’s no wonder at 11 he’s a national side-by-side racing champion.
Gaborik is a fifth grader at Maple Lake...
Big fourth quarter leads to 31-27 upset over Spring Lake Park; Bison conclude regular season vs. PC
In a game that had potential disaster written all over it, the Buffalo football team dug deep and stunned the defending Class 5A state champions with a 31-27 road victory Wednesday, Oct. 14, at...
Biegler leads Magic to 104-77 home win; family connections continue for Bison
In 10 dual meets on this year’s schedule, the Buffalo girls’ swim/dive team faced both the Class A and Class AA state champions.
On Thursday, Sept. 17, Buffalo hosted the defending Class AA champs Edina. The Hornets...
Alex outplayed but not outscored in 3-2 playoff win at Buffalo
For about 72 of the 80 minutes, Head Coach Josh Soukup saw his No. 4 seeded Buffalo girls’ soccer team control play in Tuesday’s Section 8AAA quarterfinal home game Oct. 13 against No. 5 seed Alexandria.
But the eight minutes they...
Gast’s hat trick lifts Spuds past Buffalo; goalie puts on show
The Moorhead Spuds handed the Buffalo boys’ soccer team its first loss of the season and its last one.
After suffering a 2-0 defeat in the season opener on the road on Aug. 27 in Moorhead, the Spuds made the trip as the No. 5 seed in...
Kuzma, Friesz bring experience, success back to 2027 squad
Buffalo’s top doubles team this season proved to be the fourth best in this year’s Section 8AAA individual girls’ tennis tournament.
After winning a pair of three-set matches in the opening round of sections on Friday, Oct. 9, at St. Cloud...
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The cooler weather has instantly brought on a that fall feeling - almost overnight!
Cooler weather usually puts us all in the mood for soup!
This week, we are featuring some great fall warm-up or...
The 20th Annual Street Party of Hope brought plenty of activity, entertainment, and community spirit to downtown Buffalo last Thursday, Sept 10.
The first 100 guests received canvas swag bags filled...
Vintage automotives and classic cars polished to a shine filled Sturges Park in downtown Buffalo last Saturday during the 18th annual Classics by the Lake car show sponsored by Morrie’s Buffalo Ford...
Finance Director/Assistant City Administrator Josh Kent presented the City of Buffalo’s 2027 preliminary budget and levy during Buffalo’s regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The...
Our office has been made aware that some individuals may be receiving fraudulent emails requesting payment related to a Planning Commission or Board of Adjustment public hearing.
Wright County...
The Great Outdoor Fair, a free community event featuring outdoor activities, educational presentations, live music, food trucks, and more, will be held Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m...
Love INC–Big Woods will host a fundraising dinner Saturday, Oct. 10, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the St. Francis School gym, 219 19th St. NW, Buffalo.
The evening will feature a...
Big Lake has found itself in the spotlight this week as celebrity chef and television personality Gordon Ramsay is rumored to be filming for a new project at Lake Café.
Production crews, trailers,...
During the morning and afternoon hours of a gorgeous September Saturday, Sturges Park became a gathering place for chrome, horsepower, and nostalgia as the 18th annual Classics by the Lake car show...
Buffalo’s five-set victory ends 10-year losing streak against STMA; Bison 2-2 at Westonka Invite
The streak is over.
Led by a strong defensive effort, the Buffalo volleyball team fought its way...
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