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Seniors are vulnerable to mental health issues. The World Health Organization says around one in five older adults experience psychiatric disorders like depression, anxiety, and dementia-related mood changes. While various therapies can help, seniors may discover volunteerism can be a surprising...
Hormones drive many functions in the human body, including the ability to reproduce. For women, estrogen, progesterone and even testosterone play key roles in health and well-being. The levels of these hormones are not static; at different times in the reproductive cycle they wax and wane,...
Gutters serve an important role on a building, catching rainwater from the roof and channelling it away from the structure. Without properly functioning gutters and downspouts, basements can flood, foundations may become cracked and soil can erode. Gutters also help maintain roof and siding...
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Brenda Langerud, left, delivers a box of freshly harvested vegetables with information about how to prepare them, to W-E Share Food Shelf coordinator Pat Nusebaum
Taking action on food security, Master Gardener volunteers like Brenda...
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The current El Niño is likely to be the strongest we've seen in our lifetimes. How can we prepare for it?
El Niño events typically get stronger through the fall and peak in the winter and often result in a warmer cold season in Minnesota...
Early morning showers ended just in time for The Great Outdoor Fair held last Saturday, Sept. 19, at Sturges Park in Buffalo. The free event, sponsored by the City of Buffalo, provided opportunities for attendees to celebrate the great outdoors, participate in outdoor recreational activities, learn...
Pictured is the 2026 Buffalo High School Homecoming King Jenner Gorton and Queen Quincey Jackson who were crowned at Monday’s coronation ceremony on Sept. 21 at the BHS Performing Arts Center. (Photo by Paul Downer/BHM Communications Coordinator)
The City of Buffalo approved the establishment of a temporary e-bike and e-scooter task force during its regular city council meeting on Monday, Sept. 21.
E-bikes and e-scooters have been steadily growing in popularity around many communities across the state, prompting discussions amongst city...
At its Tuesday, Sept. 15 meeting the Wright County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 2027 preliminary budget of $228,143,243 and levy - which is the amount paid through property taxes - of $113,130,222, which is a 6.54% increase over last year’s levy.
Now that it’s been approved, this...
A 49-year-old St. Michael man was killed in a one-vehicle rollover crash Saturday, Sept. 19, on westbound I-94 in Maple Grove.
According to the incident report, John Neururer was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado from westbound I-694 onto westbound I-94 at approximately 7:48 p.m. when the vehicle...
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Happy Birthday America! Celebrating 250 years!
Here are some great recipes for you to bring to your picnic, potluck or your staycation, that everyone is sure to enjoy!
Have a spectacular, fun and...
The Wright County Car Club’s 43rd Annual Car Show helped kick off Buffalo Days last Sunday at the Buffalo Municipal Airport. One of the more beautiful vehicles on display was a 1956 Mercury Monterey...
The Buffalo Days 79th annual celebration continues through Sunday, June 21.
The food court will be open Thursday through Saturday. Event organizers are encouraging the community to make a special...
A special presentation honoring the late Buffalo area native Diane Carlson Evans was held just prior to last Sunday’s Buffalo Community Orchestra’s concert in the park. The program recognized Carlson...
The City of Buffalo held a public hearing and approved the usage of tax increment financing (TIF) for redevelopment at 111 Division Street E during the Monday, June 15, regular city council meeting...
It’s no secret that Wright County is the fastest growing county in Minnesota – it gets reaffirmed every year with Census and State Demographer data – but the growth of the county continues to...
The Buffalo Fire Department will host an open house at the downtown Station 1 (215 Central Ave.) from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 20. Join us for lunch, tours of the station, an...
Buffalo’s Concerts in the Park series is back for 2026, with the first performance scheduled for Thursday, June 25. Concerts are held each Thursday evening from June 25 - August 27, at the Sturges...
Minnesota’s oldest Pro Rodeo, The Buffalo PRCA Championship Rodeo will be held from Thursday, June 25, to Saturday, June 27, at the Buffalo Rodeo Grounds. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m., and the...
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