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Beverly Bersie, 90 Beverly Ann Bersie, age 90, passed away on December 22, 2025, at the Annandale Care Center.  She was born on September 9, 1935, in Montrose, to Roy and Esther Wandersee Tessmer and was raised on a farm in Delano. Beverly attended Delano School, where she was active in band and...
Hitting the reset button is the official go-to for any novice techy, me included. Whenever something isn’t quite right with the computer, streaming box, or iPhone–it’s time to stretch the index finger and press the reset button.  I tend to view January 1 the same way. I’ve never been big on New...
Anniversaries   50th Anniversary          Luke and Inge Torell, of Monticello, will celebrate 50 years of marriage on January 3, 2026.    Congratulations to both! (D4)   Graduations   Minnesota State Univ., Mankato      Jaden James, of Albertville, graduated Cum Laude with a BS degree in Nursing...
Now that we are in the New Year and most of the celebrations are behind us (along with all the sweets), you might be craving simpler, more hardy meals. This week, we will feature some cozy winter soups that are perfect for a MN winter! Simple Taco Soup   Prep: 5 min. Cook: 20 min. Servings: 8   2...
During this Christmas season, as we celebrate our Savior’s birth, it is always fun to drive through the night-time neighborhoods to enjoy the beautiful colored lights. More photos on page 2 of the Journal-Press. (Photo by Tom McDonnell)
Mary, Joseph, and Jesus, played by Megan, Joe, and Harvest Point, smiled in the manger last Friday evening at Buffalo Covenant Church’s Living Nativity. Saturday’s Mary, Joseph, and Jesus were played by Anastasia and Pastor Joel McQueen, with baby Zoe. More photos on page 6 of the Journal-Press. (...
Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo hosted a Living Nativity last Saturday. Many nativity spectators headed to Zion to enjoy the re-creation of Jesus’ birth. Numerous animals including llamas, El Pacas, mini donkeys, pinto ponies, a miniature mule, and more, made for fun family experiences. In this...
The Wright County Planning Commission voted 3–2 to recommend approval of an Interim Use Permit (IUP) for MBE to operate a gravel pit at the corner of Highway 25 and County Road 113 (50th Street NE) during its meeting on Thursday, Dec. 18.   MBE first began seeking the IUP in 2021. The process...
An article published in the Dec. 18 issue of the Wright County Journal Press titled, “Buffalo approves preliminary plat for South Shores, tables dock variance,” incorrectly stated that the proposed future site of South Shores on Lake Pulaski is located on City-owned parcels. Buffalo Community...
A free indoor food distribution event will be held at Grace Place in Montrose (371 Center Ave. S) on Sat, Dec. 27, from 11:30 a.m. until supplies last. Food Distribution is brought to you by Grace Place Collaborative. For more information, please contact Kim Niska at 612-599-2229.

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MidCountry Bank is hosting a free document shredding day on Saturday, April 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This event will be on-site at multiple locations. The Buffalo location is at 305 10th...
Everyone is welcome to a free multi-event, which will occur at Buffalo Zion Lutheran Church, 1200 Hwy 25 So., on Saturday, April 27, distributing clothing, a free breakfast, and some free groceries....
The City of Montrose Annual Clean-up Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 4. The Clean-up Day collection site will be at City Hall located at 311 Buffalo Ave. S from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please...
Readers and fans of mystery, crime, and thriller books were in for a treat on Saturday, April 20, at the City Center in St. Michael. The Friends of the Library - St. Michael, Albertville, and Hanover...
Home matches prove Buffalo as top contender in Section 8AA; Bison go 3-0 at home invitational   A couple lessons were learned following the Buffalo boys’ tennis team’s 6-1 home loss last Friday...
Bison’s 3-1 week included victory over No. 10 EP   With the game on the line, Coy Meyer stood at midfield with less than a minute remaining in a 7-7 tie.  As the clock ticked down to 23 seconds,...
Wayzata, Eden Prairie post lopsided victories; Bison blowout Big Lake   Krista Crandall knows first-hand how difficult the Lake Conference schedule is. The second year head coach of the Buffalo girls...
Mother Nature won out in two scheduled games the past week for the Buffalo baseball team. A home game scheduled Wednesday, April 17, against St. Michael-Albertville and last Saturday’s road game at...

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