Merrill men face drug; domestic violence related charges
In the early morning hours of Sunday March 5, officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance on River Street. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim who indicated being involved in...
View ArticleRobert L. Gremler, Sr.
Robert L. Gremler, Sr., age 70, of Merrill, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 11, 2017, under the care of his family and hospice services. Bob was born May 30, 1946, in Sturgeon...
View ArticleLincoln County Sheriff’s reports
High winds kept the 911 center and deputies busy. Several weather events took place to include: Monday night just after 10 p.m. a tree went through the roof of a home on Wilderness Drive in the Town of...
View ArticleBuilt or Blight explores Merrill’s vulnerable structures
To a significant degree, Merrill’s history, character and identity is tied to its “built environment” — the buildings and structures defining the Lincoln County community carved from a wooded...
View ArticleMagic Paper Boxes to raise funds for Normal Park playground
Magic Paper Boxes have appeared in Merrill, providing the community with an easy, cost-free method of helping the Noon Optimists raise funds for a handicapped accessible playground at Normal Park. The...
View ArticleAlbert Hommerding
Albert Hommerding, age 83, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017, at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill. Al was born May 3, 1933, in the Doering area of Lincoln County, son of the late Jacob and Flora...
View ArticleGerald L. ‘Jerry’ Edmund
Gerald L. ‘Jerry’ Edmund, 85, of Merrill, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at Mission Regional Medical Center in Mission, Texas. Gerald was born June 12, 1931 in Lincoln County, son of the late...
View ArticleCity Council to discuss utility extension for Mitchell Metal Products expansion
As it meets tonight, the Merrill Common Council will discuss facilitating an expansion of Mitchell Metal Products (MMP), 905 State St., through a water and sewer utility improvement project. The...
View ArticleRiverside Athletic Club hosts Marine Corps training
Riverside Athletic Club held the monthly Marine Corp training at its facility at 500 S. Center Ave. on Saturday, March 11. Training for the Marine Corps can push anyone mentally and physically and...
View ArticleSt. Stephens invites the community to dinner
Did you know that Saint Stephens United Church of Christ hosts a community dinner every Monday evening at 5 p.m., rain or shine, holidays included? For nearly two years, beginning in April 2015,...
View ArticleNathan Knospe
Nathan Knospe, 37, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017 at Good Samaritan Health Center. A Memorial Service for Nate will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at St. Stephen’s United Church...
View ArticleHigh school seniors’ art on exhibit at T.B. Scott Free Library
Seven Merrill High School art students have selected works on display at T.B. Scott Free Library through early April. The pieces on exhibit consist of drawings and paintings. This incredible display of...
View ArticlePrairie River Skate Park to stay put
After a lengthy process of seeking a site for a proposed new skatepark in Merrill, the Park & Recreation Commission last week decided to leave the skatepark right where it is. Citizen Heather...
View ArticleFotos from the past
Researched by Michael J. Caylor, Jr. 3-16-77 Church Mutual Insurance Company is celebrating a banner year as the company saw a 25% growth in assets and a 22% gain in policy holders’ surplus, of which...
View ArticleLetters to the Editor
Editor, President Donald Trump has labeled the American news media as dishonest and the enemy of American people. He has also stated that the media is responsible for “fake news.” Vladimir Putin,...
View ArticleTHS athletes named to All-GNC rosters
Hatchet athletes were recognized for their performance during the winter 2016-17 season as the Great Northern Conference announced all-conference honors. In boys basketball, THS senior Justin...
View ArticleGleason Ice Oval Final Point Standings 2017
CART Peewee A. Jaje, 21; G. Albrecth, 13; K. Baumann, 13. Junior 0-300cc D. Dengel, 21; E. Marczak, 18; L. Mosher, 15. Open sotck J. Eisner Jr., 20; J. Pophal, 13; D. Dengel, 13. Junior 5hp A. Jaje,...
View ArticleProtecting greater good yields strong year-end results for Church Mutual
Church Mutual Insurance Company’s mission to serve organizations that work to improve the human condition is delivering strong results. Under the leadership of President and CEO Rich Poirier, the...
View ArticleRichard M. Plautz
Richard M. Plautz, 77, of Merrill, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017, while a patient at Sacred Heart Hospital, Eau Claire. Richard was born April 23, 1939, in Merrill, son of the late Ellsworth...
View ArticleMerrill Police reports
March 13 6:20 p.m.- An officer arrested a male in the 500 block of South Pine Ridge Avenue for an active arrest warrant and brought the male to jail. March 14 6:41 a.m.- A caller reported that their...
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