January 2026

Journal-Press 01/15/26

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Deringer announces that he won’t seek a third term

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:25pm Lisa

After much thought and prayer, I want to share with our community that I will not be seeking another term as your sheriff.

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Buffalo Floral sees new ownership after 41 years

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:18pm Lisa

Ownership of Buffalo Floral recently changed hands, with the business seeing its third owner in nearly 73-year history.

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Hanover approves city-wide water and sewer study

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:17pm Lisa

The Hanover City Council approved a utility study proposal during its first meeting of the new year on Tuesday, January 6.

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Fatal crash on Hwy. 7 claims life of Buffalo area woman

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:15pm Lisa

Lifelong Buffalo area resident, Melinda Koosman, 63, was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Tuesday, January 6, on Hwy. 7 and Cable Ave.

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Buffalo man killed during shooting in Lawrence, KS

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:12pm Lisa

A 28-year-old Buffalo man was killed during a shooting inside the Lawrence City Hall building early on the morning of Monday, January 5, according to the Lawrence Kansas Police Department.

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Call for Farm Family of the Year nominations

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:07pm Lisa

The Farm Family Recognition Program honors farm families from throughout Minnesota for their contributions to the agriculture industry and their local communities.

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51st annual Maple Lake Ice Fishing Derby Saturday, February 7

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:06pm Lisa

Celebrate a winter tradition at the 51st annual Maple Lake Ice Fishing Derby on Saturday, Feb. 7.

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BHS Band Mattress fundraiser Saturday, Jan. 17

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 1:05pm Lisa

The BHS Band Program is hosting their annual mattress fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the main cafeteria at Buffalo High School (north side entrance).

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Menards food drive runs through the end of March