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Wright County News Thursday, July 29, 2010 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Presents Award to City of Buffalo The City of Buffalo is among the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's 2009-2010 winners of the Governor's Awards for Pollution Prevention. The City of Buffalo was given the award for its wastewater treatment facility which uses innovative technology to serve the community's rapidly growing population while nearly eliminating land-application of bio-solids. The bio-solids instead are turned into fuel for the facility, allowing the city to cut the plant's natural gas consumption by 80 percent. The estimated energy savings in the first year of operation are expected to exceed 90 thousand dollars. Six awards in all were given out for superior environmental achievement to Minnesota businesses, nonprofits, government and institutions. The MPCA program is in its 19th year. Thursday Concert Series Continues at Sturges Park Tonight The Thursday night Concert in the Park series continues in Buffalo this evening. The featured music for week 7 of the summer series is the old time Scandinavian sounds of "Skalmusik." The free concerts are presented each Thursday night at 7 PM throughout the summer season at the Sturges Park Bandshell near downtown Buffalo. The concerts are presented by event partners and sponsors from throughout the region. BCT Production of "The Wizard of Oz" Continues Tonight The Buffalo Community Theater continues with its 2010 summer musical production tonight. This year, BCT is presenting a musical stage version of the popular American classic, "The Wizard of Oz." Officials say all your favorite music and characters from the ever-popular 1939 motion picture, and even a few bonus scenes will be a part of the stage production which features nearly 60 actors of all ages, along with some ambitious sets and production elements, and a live pit orchestra. Performances for the final weekend are at 7:30 PM Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at the Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available at Buffalo Books and Coffee in Downtown Buffalo, as well as online at www.buffalocommunitytheater.com. Tickets will also be available at the door. Local Man Dies in 4-Vehicle Crash A Wright County man died late Monday afternoon in a 4-vehicle auto crash in rural Buffalo. The Wright County Sheriff's Department reports that the crash happened just before 4 PM Monday on County Road 35 in Chatham Township. Authorities say a northbound vehicle, driven by 64-year-old Judy Tripp of Waverly was stopped in traffic, waiting to make a left turn into the driveway at 2362 County Road 35 West. An SUV was slowing down as it came up behind the stopped vehicle when it was struck from behind by a pickup truck. The impact caused the SUV to crash into the rear of the first vehicle that was waiting to make the left turn. The SUV then overturned in the southbound traffic lane on County Road 35, where it was struck in the roof by a small pickup that was southbound. The driver of the SUV, 49-year-old Mark Braatz of Buffalo was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities say it did not appear that he was wearing a seat belt. The driver of the pickup that struck the SUV from behind was identified as 43-year-old Wayne Gangl of Buffalo. He was taken to Buffalo Hospital with undisclosed injuries. The driver of the smaller pickup that was involved was 18-year-old Charles Janckila of Cokato. He and a passenger in his vehicle, identified as 18-year-old Trent Janckila were both taken to Buffalo Hospital. The extent of their injuries is unknown. The crash is still being investigated by the Wright County Sheriff's Office.Buffalo Hospital Birth Center Open House Saturday Buffalo Hospital is inviting residents of the area to visit the all-new Birth Center at an open house on Saturday. The new $7.1 million dollar center includes 4 labor and delivery rooms and 12 postpartum rooms, as well as normal and Level 2 nurseries and a lactation center. In addition, areas for family members that will be very sibling-friendly will also be open for viewing. Visitors will also be able to enjoy original art from local artists which will be on display throughout the facility. Food, games and health screenings are planned, and doctors and nurses will be on hand to meet visitors and answer questions. The open house at the new Buffalo Hospital Birth Center is scheduled for 10 AM to 1 PM on Saturday.Algae Blooms Paint Mn Waters Pea-Soup Green We've reached that point of the summer when some Minnesota lakes can turn toxic. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is reminding people that blue-green algae blooms are now forming on lakes. The M-P-C-A's Steve Heiskary says blue-green algae are present in all Minnesota lakes in different degrees or amounts. Heiskary says blue-green algae can be lethal to pets and livestock, and can also be toxic for humans. The harmful blooms often look like pea soup or green paint and have a bad odor. The M-P-C-A has a simple slogan to help us remember about the dangers of contaminated waters. Officials say "...when in doubt, best keep out." Master Gardeners Invite Visitors to Stop By at Wright County Fair The University of Minnesota Master Gardeners of Wright County invite visitors to the Wright County Fair to stop by their display. Master Gardeners will be on hand again this year to help you with questions you may have on lawns, gardening, trees, shrubs, weeds and insects. You may also visit the demonstration garden and take in free presentations on a number of topics including native plants, succession planting, growing grapes, food preservation, invasive insects, Minnesota hardy fruits and more. The Master Gardener display will be in the crops building on the fairgrounds. A daily schedule of presentations will be posted. More information is also available at www.wrightcountyfair.com. The Wright County Fair runs from August 4th through the 8th in Howard Lake. These stories and more follow CNN and MNN network news in our Wright County News at 6:10, 7:10, & 8:10 AM and 12:10, 4:10, 5:10, & 6:10 PM on AM 1360 / KRWC. |
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