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Key starters return in key positions; freshmen look to make immediate impact
The Buffalo softball team has taken the wrong kind of hits in recent seasons when it comes to numbers – on and off the field.
This season, the number of players from grades 7-12 dipped to below 30, which will elevate...
Gina Barthel, 50
Gina Barthel, age 50, of Elk River, passed into eternal life March 17, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Barthel.
Survived by mother, Cathy (Beaudry) Barthel; siblings, Kevin (Heidi) Barthel, Sharon (Dan) Berning, Dan (Kathy) Barthel, Tony (Kris) Barthel,...
This year’s NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments have had their fair share of thrills. As we enter the weekend of the Sweet 16 and Elite 8, I assume we’ll be in for a few more.
NCAA tourneys are widely popular, even for those who don’t normally follow college basketball. It’s a chance...
Academic Honors
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta
(3.0-4.0)
The following student was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester.
St. Michael - Haylie Walker Kuklock.
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon
(3.6-4.0)
The following students were named to the Dean’s List for...
Last week, we had many recipes that focused on a brunch menu for Easter.
This week, we will feature recipes that are more for a dinner menu, with some great bring-along sides, and even some delicious desserts. Give a new recipe a try for this Easter.
Easter Blessings to all!
Baked Ham with Sweet...
The adage “the more the merrier” certainly applies when people head out for a night on the town. A fun energy can arise when a large group of people congregates for some nighttime revelry. However, sometimes wrangling merrymakers can be akin to herding cats, turning planning a night out into a...
The agricultural sector is built on plants and animal life, but the industry can still affect the environment in ways that contribute to the ill effects of climate change. According to data published in a 2022 report from McKinsey & Company, agriculture accounts for nearly one-quarter of global...
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Your confidence is at an all-time high, Aries. This is the week to pitch an idea or finally send that text you've been mulling over. The universe is backing your bold moves.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, this week you're entering a cycle of "treat yourself." You deserve it...
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Ortmann showdown sees Josh’s Bison defeat Andy’s Cardinals; Buffalo knock off Elk River at Granite City Classic
Last Saturday’s home game for the Buffalo boys’ basketball team against Annandale was...
Rockets win school’s first state baseball title
(See other top headlines of 2024 on Page 14 of the Journal-Press)
Playing in their first-ever state baseball tournament, the Rockford baseball team...
After all the excitement of the holidays, and all the rich foods, it is time for soup season!
This week, we warm up at home with some homemade soups
Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
Prep Time: 20 min.
...
Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo hosted a Living Nativity this past Saturday and Sunday. Numerous Nativity spectators ventured to Zion, especially on the warmer Sunday evening, to enjoy the Living...
December 17 was the last Hanover Council meeting of 2024 and marked the end of terms for Mayor Chris Kauffman and Council Members MaryAnn Hallstein and Tom Dierberger. Kauffman was elected to the...
On Tuesday, Dec. 17, at its regular meeting, Wright County Commissioners adopted resolutions setting the 2025 budget and levy.
This action was the final step in the 2024 budget cycle. All counties in...
Wright County Parks & Recreation has announced its winter 2025 schedule of events. Here are the events on the schedule for January through March. A reminder that some of these events sell out...
A free drive-thru food distribution event will be held Friday, December 27, at Grace Place in Montrose (371 Center Avenue S, Montrose) starting at 1:30 p.m. until supplies last. No ID required.
Food...
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