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The City of Montrose Public Works Department began hydrant flushing October 23 to hopefully be finished by November 7.
Flushing involves opening the hydrants and flushing water through the lines, which removes any accumulated sediment that can change the taste and color of the drinking water. ...
At 97 years old, Don Schumacher, of Delano, has lived a lifetime surrounded by the sound of roaring engines and the sight of aircraft taking flight. This past Sunday marked a unique and special day at Buffalo Municipal Airport, where Don experienced something he hasn’t felt in a while — the rumble...
All-State forward nets hat trick in 5-1 section title win over Alexandria; Buffalo earns Class AAA’s No. 2 seed at state
The Buffalo boys’ soccer team qualified for the program’s first state tournament in 21 years with a dominant 5-1 home victory over Alexandria in Tuesday’s Section 8AAA...
STMA edges Bison with 1-0 shootout victory in title game
One-hundred minutes wasn’t enough to decide a winner between the top-seeded St. Michael-Albertville girls’ soccer team and No. 2 seed Buffalo in the Section 8AAA championship game on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the stadium in St. Michael.
After...
State champion commits to Tennessee
When Adalynn Biegler swims in high school events for the No. 1 ranked (Class A) Monticello Magic, the junior admits, her main competition in most meets comes from the swimmers outside of the pool, instead of the ones in it.
The three-time defending Class A...
Donald Schmidt, 79
Donald Melvin Schmidt, age 79, lifelong Buffalo area farmer, died peacefully from dementia on Friday, October 10, 2025, at The Glenn Memory Care Facility in Buffalo.
Donald was born on April 6, 1946, to Raymond Emil and Emilie (Bayer) Schmidt. He was baptized on May 19, 1946, by...
Last week, I had the opportunity to visit with local resident, Don Schumacher, who took a flight at the Buffalo Municipal Airport in a Beechcraft Bonanza at the age of 97. I very much enjoyed hearing Don’s story and learning about his service in the United States Airforce. While talking with Don,...
This week, we are featuring some adult Halloween Party menu ideas that are worthy of any gathering!
Here are some spooktacular recipes to get you started.
Surely some of the drinks could be made into a mocktail version with a slight recipe alteration.
Have fun, be creative, and be safe! Happy...
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At a September 26 special meeting of the Wright County Board, the commissioners approved its 2024 preliminary levy of $95,003,567 – an increase of 4.8 percent from 2023. The vote was 4-1 with...
BKV Consultant Susan Morgan presented information for the City of Buffalo facilities needs assessment, which includes 12 city facilities, at the City Council meeting on Monday, October 2. Morgan...
On Sunday, October 1, at 8:18 p.m., a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Highway 25 and 7th Street W. in Monticello. The pedestrian was Nicole Walters, 38, of Shakopee. According to the Minnesota...
Buffalo Municipal Utilities will be hosting a customer appreciation open house on Thursday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Buffalo Utility Campus located at 503 Lake Blvd NW, Buffalo...
The City of Buffalo has a new snowplow in its fleet, and they would like the community’s help with the name.
A few creative ideas: Snowbi-Wan Kenobi, Snow More Mr. Ice Guy, Sir Plows-A-Lot,...
The Buffalo Community Center (206 Central Ave, Buffalo) will be hosting a free event, Family Fun Oktoberfest Party on Friday, October 20, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There will be live music and food...
The Buffalo Police Department will be holding an open house on Saturday, October 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the police station located at 215 1st Ave NE, Buffalo.
There will be free donuts...
The Buffalo Fire Department (BFD) will be hosting a New Firefighter Information Night on Thursday, October 12, at 7:00 p.m., at the Downtown Fire Station (215 Central Avenue Buffalo).
This meeting...
Another community breakfast is set for set for Saturday, October 14, at the Buffalo Community Center. The meal is being prepared and served by volunteers from Buffalo United Methodist Church. Serving...
We will be distributing Fare for All, the local program to make fresh produce and frozen meats more affordable for local families from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 10, at Zion Lutheran...
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