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Paid time off is a perk offered by most employers that enables workers to enjoy time away from work while still getting paid. Although the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics says approximately 90 percent of private industry receives paid time off, a Glassdoor study found only 23 percent of...
Upon the arrival of the dog days of summer, few things can be as welcoming as a cool home. Air conditioned interior spaces offer a much-needed respite from summer heat, but that relief is not guaranteed. Indeed, a summer heat wave can be just as taxing on an HVAC unit as it can be on people. But...
Life outside is all about enjoying the beauty of nature. When warm weather beckons, it's comforting to know there's an accessible outdoor space to relax and soak up some sun.
While the chance to enjoy some time in the sun is a great reason to get outdoors, sometimes the sun can compromise comfort...
It is fair and carnival season again. Fairs pop up across the country promising food, fun and fellowship. From big-name musical events to carnival rides to food on a stick, there is truly something for everyone in the family.
Attending a fair likely will be on the agendas of individuals and...
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This is one of the busiest weeks of the summer and it’s hard to take breaks or slow down, but working in this heat and smoke is dangerous, both for your immediate and long term health. Take good care of yourselves and your people.
What...
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Over the past few days, much of Minnesota has been blanketed by unhealthy concentrations of wildfire smoke from fires burning in Canada and northern Minnesota. How does the smoke impact you, and how does it impact your crops?
First, it's...
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Heat advisory for Minnesota growers
Apples
Identifying codling moth damage: Deep entry
When should trunk guards be removed from apple trees?
Check trellis wires, clips, and bands during the growing season (high density)...
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More oppressive heat is on the way for much of the state in the next week. Some farms are in severe drought, while others are under inches of water (Austin MN received 11 inches of rain in one week!). The heat, humidity, storms, and...
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Mystery of the month
What in the world happened to this strawberry?
The answer is at the bottom of this article.
Pests and diseases
Scout your plants for Japanese beetles. Japanese beetles start emerging in earnest in July. They...
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After several years of construction, I’ve been reclaiming my yard. One shaded corner is now home to lily of the valley and daylilies that I had moved forward to catch the morning sun. The day after I moved them, half the lilies were...
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Buffalo falls 4-1 at Roseau, Bemidji
There’s been a lot of positives early this season for the Buffalo girls’ hockey team. But one negative, is the 0-4 record so far against Section 8AA opponents....
Holiday Baking Time!
Every year we look for new recipes to add to our cookie trays. We try to have different flavors, colors and textures and most people find that they enjoy having a homemade treat...
Conditions were optimal for Northern Lights viewing on Tuesday and Wednesday evening, Nov. 11 and 12. These fabulous photos were taken by Wright County Journal-Press employee Lisa Parker. After...
Deck the Halls returns to Buffalo on Saturday, December 6, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Sturges Park. The tree lighting will take place at 3:30 p.m.
Bring the family for a visit with Santa who...
Amber Czech, 20, of Hutchinson, a welder at Advanced Process Technologies in Cokato, was killed by coworker David Bruce Delong, 40, of Watkins, on the morning of Tuesday, November 11.
Authorities say...
The Buffalo City Council was met with a packed agenda during its meeting on Monday, Nov. 17. A public hearing was held regarding the establishment of TIF District No. 26. Municipal Advisor Nick Anhut...
The Montrose City Council met on Monday, Nov. 10. Council member David Paradeise served as mayor pro tem during the meeting, filling in for Sam Solarz who was not present.
Street Lighting...
The annual Community Festival of Praise and Thanksgiving hosted by Buffalo faith communities is taking place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, at Zion Lutheran Church, 1200 South Highway 25 in...
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