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The last few weeks in Minnesota have included blizzards, Siberian air masses and many inches of snow. We’re hunkered down inside, plant roots and seeds are waiting for warmer weather and mammals are looking for something to eat.
But where...
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Spring Lake Park Reserve in Dakota County was plowed farmland for decades before it became a park in the 1970s. But before European settlers came, forest, grasslands, wetlands, oak savanna and prairie unfolded upon its landscape.
Some of...
Kids and parents enjoyed Buffalo Heights sliding hill last Saturday, and with fresh snow on Tues. and Wed., more fun to come! (Photo by Tom McDonnell)
This year was Wright County Frontline Outreach’s 2nd annual Christmas Giving program. Every year, we take nominations for families that could use some extra help during the holidays or may not be able to have a Christmas at all. This year we were able to give nine families a Christmas experience...
Wright County would like to thank County Commissioners Mark Daleiden, Christine Husom and Mary Wetter for their service to the residents of Wright County.
Daleiden, Husom and Wetter had their last meeting of their terms Tuesday (Dec. 27). Daleiden and Husom both served 10 years in office, while...
On Jan. 1, 2023, the Buffalo area Masonic Lodge, Nelson Lodge No. 135 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons (AF & AM), began the 12th Annual Food Shelf Matching Funds Drive program. This year’s food drive will end on Feb. 28. As in years past, the Lodge is focusing its efforts on the Buffalo and...
The Minnesota State Patrol announced that a 36-year-old Maple Lake man was struck and killed on Hwy. 24 in Clearwater Township about a mile south of Clearwater when he was hit by a pickup truck.
The accident happened about 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, January 3.
The Maple Lake man was standing on the right...
Christmas tree disposal in Buffalo will be between January 10-12 on your regularly scheduled trash day. All trees must be placed by your trash receptacle and be out by 6:00 a.m. on your pick-up day. Trees will not be picked up if they are in plastic bags.
The annual Kites on Ice festival hosted by the Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce is coming up on Saturday, February 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Buffalo Lake.
Once again, there will be a cornhole tournament. Registration is open and teams should register by February 1. There is potential to...
Make-a-Wish Minnesota is hosting a Star Wars photo opportunity on Saturday, January 28, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Lakeview Antiques and Collectables (15 1st Avenue S in Buffalo). There will be Star Wars characters to take photos and selfies with.
Free-will donations benefit Make-a-Wish...
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Things turned black and white last March for the sports world, particularly for high school sports. Friday, March 13 would be the last events played before COVID-19 mandates...
Traditions are the glue that hold many celebrations together. Individuals and families embrace many customs that serve as the script for commemorating year-end holidays.
Some celebrants may adhere to...
The dawn of a new year is a great time to take stock of the year that just passed and set goals for the next 12 months. Resolutions focused on improving personal health are especially popular, and...
Anglers are walking on some areas and using ATVs on others, and ice depths continue to vary from 2-10 inches. Please use caution when venturing out on the ice.
Walleyes are being caught on Clearwater...
New Year's resolutions are typically made by individuals looking to improve their lives. Some people may resolve to read more, while others may be determined to start living healthier lifestyles. Men...
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One of my favorite holiday traditions is to spend an afternoon by the fireplace with seed catalogs. Every year I try to take a few days off...
Winter has settled in. Time to warm up after a day outside. This week we found a few comfort food recipes to help you stay warm in the new year.
If you have a favorite dish, that you would like to...
Frontline workers at Stellis Health are now getting the vaccine protection they need against COVID-19. “We’re vaccinating frontline caregivers with the highest risk of being exposed to COVID-19 first...
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