Our Saviours to host ‘Living Well with Chronic Conditions’ program
We can gain a lot from talking and listening to others. Sometimes we feel alone when we are faced with challenges: changes in our health, during times of loss, or if we feel we can no longer do things...
View ArticleCouncil Grounds Photo Contest set to begin
The public is invited to vote for their favorite photos in the 3rd Annual Council Grounds State Park Photo Contest. The contest is organized by the Park’s Friends group. A display of the top three...
View ArticleBackpack project tabbed a success
On Saturday, Aug. 12, hundreds of children and families visited Prairie River Middle School to pick up backpacks and school supplies. Through the generous donations of individuals, organizations and...
View ArticleCharges filed Lincoln County Circuit Court.
Trever L. Ritchie, 28 of Wausau– was charged August 17 with Felony Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Narcotic Drugs and Misdemeanor charges of Possession Illegally Obtained Prescription,...
View ArticleCarlos L. Berndt
Carlos L. Berndt, 94, of the Town of Corning, Lincoln County, passed away Friday, August 18, 2017 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Carlos was born August 25, 1922, in the Town of Corning, son of the late...
View ArticleLaurel L. Streich
Laurel L. Streich, 60, of Merrill, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Laurel was born August 12, 1957 in Merrill, daughter of the late Thomas and Laurice (Severt)...
View ArticleLincoln County Sheriff’s reports
A 29-year-old Tomahawk man was arrested Friday evening on multiple charges after deputies investigated a suspicious person in the Town of Merrill. Just before 4 p.m., a business in the Town of Merrill...
View ArticleRandy L. Ament
Randy L. Ament, 64, of Merrill passed away at Saint Clare’s Hospital on August 13th, 2017. He was born to Duane and Joyce Ament on October 20th, 1952. He is survived by one son Ty Ament, Merrill, two...
View ArticleBetty Lou Forster
Betty Lou Forster, age 79, of Marathon, formerly of Merrill, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born September 19, 1937 in Merrill to the late Alfred and Susie...
View ArticleCty. YY closed today
Lincoln County Interim Highway Commissioner, Jason Lemmer, advises that County Road YY between US 86 and Strucker Road in the Town of Tomahawk will be closed today, Tuesday, Aug. 22, from 7:30 a.m. to...
View ArticleMerrill police reports
August 14 10:08 a.m.- Officers responded to an address in the 600 block of Cottage Street for a domestic disturbance. As a result, a male was arrested for Disorderly Conduct, Domestic related. August...
View ArticleMadelyn “Maddy” Anabelle Odegard
Madelyn “Maddy” Anabelle Odegard, born May 20, 2008, made her way into God’s arms on Tuesday August 15, 2017 at St Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield, WI. She battled courageously and stoically with...
View ArticleMerrill football falls to Superior in season opener
Jared Schmeltzer Reporter In Friday night’s season opener against Superior at Jay Stadium, Merrill lost 20-10 in a game that was tight throughout. Merrill played very well on defense in the first half,...
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Parkside hosts annual End of Summer Family Picnic
Jeremy Ratliff Reporter Last Wednesday afternoon, over 120 children and parents converged on Parkside Preschool (207 E. First St.) and the Parkside School Age Program/4K Center (105 E. First St.) for...
View ArticleLenore Ehlert celebrates 100th birthday
Saturday afternoon, members of the Merrill Police and Fire Departments and Lincoln County Sheriff Jeff Jaeger joined family and friends of Lenore Ehlert at Park Place, celebrating Lenore’s 100th...
View ArticleBernice ‘Bo’ Frazier
Bernice ‘Bo’ Frazier passed away peacefully at Atrium Health Care in Weston after an epic 12 year fight with Alzheimer’s, on Monday, August 21, 2017. She was 88 years old. Bernice was born August 27,...
View ArticleCongressman Duffy To honor Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office
Congressman Sean Duffy will honor local law enforcement for their role in the fight against the flow of methamphetamines into northern Wisconsin on Thursday at 1 p.m. in the County Board room of the...
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