Wright Co. Alters Districts, Moves St. Michael, Albertville Precincts

All St. Michael precincts are in District 4, while Albertville is in District 3 under a new map approved by Wright County commissioners.

Trump 2020 Flag Can Fly High In Wright County: Appeals Court

An appeals court reversed a ruling that stopped a man from flying a 1,500-square-foot “TRUMP 2020 Keep America Great” flag from a crane.

Average Rent Up 16% In Wright County Since Pandemic Started: Report

Average rents were up 11.3 percent nationally in 2021 and “continue to rise at the fastest pace in decades,” the Washington Post reported.

STMA Teen Drafted By Sioux Falls Stampede In US Hockey League

Jackson Smithknecht, a 15-year-old defenseman for the St. Michael-Albertville Knights, was selected in the seventh round of the USHL Draft.

Cleveland Browns To Sign Former STMA Star As Undrafted Free Agent

Isaiah Weston wasn't selected in the 2022 NFL Draft but secured a spot in the league within hours of the draft ending, his alma mater said.

Wright County To Close, ‘Mothball’ Old Government Center In Buffalo

Officials have completed their move from downtown Buffalo to the new facility near the Wright County jail.

National Drug Take Back Day: Where To Drop Medications In Wright Co.

There are many prescription drop-off sites in Wright County, according to the DEA.

Mother's Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Your Table Now In Wright County Area

Here are some places to celebrate Mom this Mother's Day.

NFL Draft Could Launch Former STMA Football Star’s Pro Career

Isaiah Weston “spun” evaluators’ heads with his NFL Combine workout and gave himself a great chance at being drafted, an ESPN analyst wrote.

Wright County Schools Among Minnesota’s Top High Schools: US News

Two Wright County high schools were ranked within the top 3 percent of all high schools in the state by U.S. News & World Report.

Overnight I-94 Closures Coming To Wright County This Weekend

MnDOT crews are working to complete a $350 million project to repair roads and add lanes from Maple Grove to Clearwater.

How Much Would A Good Home Cleaning Cost In The St. Michael Area?

Top-rated cleaning professionals are available to help get your house next-level clean.

Husom To Retire After A Decade As Wright County Commissioner

Commissioner Christine Husom has represented Buffalo, Annandale and South Haven, as well as several townships, since 2012.

‘Hiking Wright’ Earth Day Event In Wright County Pushed To April 29

The “Hiking Wright” Earth Day event includes a guided hike of just over 2 miles at Harry Larson Regional Park in Monticello.

Wright County Runners Finish 2022 Boston Marathon: Unofficial Results

Monday’s marathon was the second in six months, as the 2021 Boston Marathon was pushed back from its traditional April date to October.

Wright County Commissioner Daleiden To Retire At The End Of 2022

Commissioner Mark Daleiden has represented St. Michael, Otsego and Dayton on the Wright County board since 2012.

STMA’s Paul Schumm Joins Minnesota Baseball Coaches Hall Of Fame

Schumm has served as the head coach of St. Michael-Albertville High School’s varsity baseball team for more than a quarter-century.

MN Gov Candidate Rich Stanek Hospitalized After Wright County Crash

Stanek was released from the hospital Thursday after spending two nights there "out of an abundance of caution," his campaign said.

3 STMA Students Win Gold Medals In National Art Competition

More than 260,000 pieces of art and writing were submitted from all 50 U.S. states, as well as U.S. territories and Canada.

Rain, Thunderstorms Tuesday In Wright County, Large Hail Possible: NWS

Large hail is the “primary severe hazard” Tuesday for much of Minnesota, though areas could see “a strong tornado or two,” forecasters said.

I-94 Work To Start Sunday In Monticello; Lane Closures Expected

Minnesota Department of Transportation crews are expected to resume work on Interstate 94 between St. Michael and Albertville on April 15.

Sirens Blare Twice Thursday In Wright Co. For Severe Weather Week

Officials sounded tornado sirens Thursday afternoon and evening as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.

St. Michael Adds Precincts, Polling Places After 2022 Redistricting

St. Michael-Albertville High School, STMA Middle School East, STMA Elementary School and St. Michael City Hall will serve as polling places.

Former STMA Superintendent Mario DeMatteis Dies At 86

DeMatteis “tirelessly served STMA students, staff and families for 33 years,” district officials said.

Work To Resume This Month On I-94 In Wright County: MnDOT

Lane closures on Interstate 94 in Wright County are expected to restart April 15, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Wright Co. Got $26.8M From American Rescue Plan: How That Compares

Wright county officials said they plan to spend just over $14 million on infrastructure projects and improvements.

Wright County Finishes Move To New Government Center

The Wright County Board of Commissioners will keep meeting in the old Government Center until at least April 19, officials said.

Snow, Slush Could Stick Around St. Michael A Little Longer: NWS

Forecasts show there is a slight chance of rain and snow for much of the next week in St. Michael.

Wright County Attorney Brian Lutes To Seek Full Term

Lutes was appointed to succeed longtime Wright County Attorney Tom Kelly, who retired at the end of 2020.

St. Michael-Area Jersey Mike's To Donate To Special Olympics MN

Jersey Mike's locations will donate 100 percent of their sales March 30 to send more than 100 athletes to the Special Olympics.

Wright County Was Fastest-Growing MN County In 2021: US Census

Minnesota’s total population grew by just 225 residents in 2021, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Boyer Trucks Opens New 20-Acre HQ In St. Michael; Now Hiring

New technicians are eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus, while newly hired parts experts could get a $3,000 signing bonus.

Albertville Restaurant’s Brunch Menu, Frittata Get High Praise

The mushroom frittata is one of many enticing dishes on the restaurant’s brunch menu that made it hard to order, a Star Tribune writer said.

304 Deaths, 36K Cases In Wright County 2 Years Into Pandemic

Less than 46 percent of Wright County residents are "up to date" on their COVID-19 vaccinations after receiving booster shots, data show.

STMA Girls Basketball Team Falls In State Championship Game

The Knights fell 72-56 to Hopkins, who are ranked as the sixth-best high school girls basketball team in the U.S.

STMA Girls Basketball Team To Play For State Title Saturday Night

The Knights will take on Hopkins in the state championship game, which starts at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Williams Arena in Minneapolis.

Polar Plunge In Wright Co. Raises $75K For Special Olympics MN

The Buffalo Polar Plunge has now raised more than $350,000 for Special Olympics Minnesota since its inception.

St. Michael Man's Death After Worksite Injury Under Investigation

Terry Westemeier, of St. Michael, died March 5 — his 55th birthday — several days after he was injured on the job, according to reports.

Wright County Government: Full Daylight Savings Time Will Bring Big Changes In Winter

Yesterday (March 15), the United States Senate unanimously passed a bill to keep Daylight Savings Time throughout the year instead of mo ...

Best Places To Live In America 2022: Where St. Michael Ranks

Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania, is the best place to live in the United States, according to Niche. Here's how St. Michael stacks up.