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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 There is nothing wrong with a bit of self-indulgence, Aries. But you do not want to go overboard with your treats and other must-haves. Moderation is key in everything.   TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You have a no-nonsense bearing that immediately has people drawing close to you and...
"The early bird gets the worm" is a well-known English proverb that historians trace all the way back to the 1600s. Though the words might first have been popularized hundreds of years ago, they remain as true today as they were then, particularly in regard to holiday shopping. Savvy shoppers have...
The feeling of giving a gift and watching the recipient smile broadly after peeling away the wrapping is part of what the makes holiday season such a special time of year. Matching presents to people is not always easy, but when shoppers pull it off, the smile on a loved one's face is quite the...
It's easy to overlook how integral small businesses are to local, national and even global economies. The Small Business Administration and the U.S Census Bureau indicate small businesses account for 99.7 percent of all American businesses, employing 56.8 million people. Similarly, according to...
Fall begins slightly after the midpoint of September. The arrival of fall may be met with joy that cooler temperatures and vividly colored leaves will soon be the norm. For others, the arrival of fall is met with some trepidation that shorter days will soon pave the way for less sunlight and the...
Large crowds enjoyed last Thursday’s Buffalo Strong Street Party of Hope in Downtown Buffalo. See more photos inside this week's issue of the Journal-Press. (Photo by Karie Bruder)
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon-Buffalo (BTYR) celebrated their 10-year anniversary at the 10th annual Military Appreciation Picnic and Concert in the Park this past August. They are so grateful to all the members and sponsors who helped with this year’s picnic and celebration!  The group recognized and...
During the Buffalo City Council meeting on Monday, September 18, council member George Fantauzza made a big announcement. “I think you know I have worked on the Twins ballpark and Braves ballpark as a senior architect. I got called up to work on the Toronto Bluejays ballpark starting now until next...
Montrose City Clerk/Treasurer Michael Sommereld shared information about the 2024 preliminary budget and levy with the Montrose City Council at their meeting on Monday, September 11. This matter was also discussed at their budget workshop meeting.  The estimated net tax capacity is 3.79 million, a...
On Friday, September 15, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Wright County Deputies were dispatched to a structure fire at Steeple View Farm and Equestrian Center 9685 County Rd. 13 SW in Franklin Twp. Deputies found the arena area of the farm fully engulfed in flames. Deputies assisted employees with...

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I had every intention of cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year with my mom. However, intentions don’t necessarily translate into definite action, and on the morning of last Thursday, I can say with...
Winter has certainly come knocking in Buffalo, as seen above, where a thin layer of ice has set over Buffalo Lake. While weeks away from proper ice-fishing conditions, the first official ice has made...
After working on the plan for a year-and-a-half, the Hanover City Council approved the city’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan on Wednesday, November 14. The plan came to the council after the Planning...
The Buffalo Chamber of Commerce welcomes in the holiday on December 1 with the annual Deck the Halls event.  Start your day out by shopping local/shopping small.   Keep your independent business...
At the start of the regular Montrose City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 13, Tom Marszalek was sworn in to take the council seat vacated last May by Jill Menard. Marszalek, who was the top vote...
Breweries and taprooms are already allowed in certain zones in Buffalo, but now micro-distilleries will also be permitted. The Buffalo City Council on Monday, November 19, approved an ordinance...
Autumn is a wonderful time of year - it keeps a wildlife photographer and nature nut like myself very busy. I am really looking forward to spending some time with my family this coming Thanksgiving...
Just seconds after completing her 50-yard freestyle event in last Thursday’s preliminary round of the Class AA state tournament, Bison senior Tianna Kosek could be seen with a grin from ear-to-ear....
Some members of the Buffalo girls’ basketball team watched from the stands as Maple Grove defeated St. Michael-Albertville 59-56 in overtime in last year’s Section 8-4A championship game. Bison...
The much-anticipated news about where two area schools will be placed for the 2019-20 school year has come to an end. After being denied by application to join two conferences, and being voted out of...

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