Bell Tower named ‘Large Business of the Year’
Bell Tower is an assisted living community that has been recognized as “Large Business of the Year” by the Merrill Chamber of Commerce. The annual award recognize companies for outstanding leadership...
View ArticleTrappers who incidentally trap wolves encouraged to contact DNR staff
Trappers who incidentally capture wolves are encouraged to contact department staff and participate in Wisconsin’s wolf collaring and monitoring program. “Tracking collared wolves is a critical...
View ArticleMerrill runners prepare for sectionals with WVC meet
By Jared Schmeltzer Reporter Merrill cross country finished off conference meets for the year running in the WVC (Wisconsin Valley Conference) meet at Standing Rock Park in Stevens Point on Saturday....
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Merrill tennis holds year end banquet
The Merrill tennis team held their end of the year banquet last Tuesday (Oct. 10) at Merrill High School. The tennis team finished with 33 conference points this season, good for sixth in conference....
View ArticleBoys traveling basketball meeting
Boys grades 3-8 will have the chance to participate in traveling basketball this winter. There will be a meeting Sunday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. hosted by varsity coach Jake Schalow in the Merrill High...
View ArticleTrivia Night coming to Merrill History & Culture Center
Merrill Historical Society’s 2017 Trivia Night will be held Saturday night, Nov. 4, at the Merrill History and Culture Center, 100 E. Third St. Teams of up to six people, in costume or uniforms if...
View ArticleMerrill-based Mitchell Metal Products wins first National Reshoring Award
Company selected for recognition after increasing manufacturing production quantity and efficiency by bringing work home Mitchell Metal Products of Merrill has received the first National Reshoring...
View ArticleNew street banners showcase Merrill’s places, activities
The light posts of Merrill are getting a new look as brand new banners start appearing along the city’s thoroughfares. The three-by-six-foot banners were created from actual photographs depicting...
View ArticleSchnabl reaches rank of Eagle Scout
Jacob Schnabl, son of Leanne and Brad Schnabl, Merrill, achieved the rank of Eagle Scout on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017. Jacob is a member of Boy Scout Troop 599, of Merrill. Jacob’s Eagle Project consisted...
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Youth learn about 4-H during Project Discovery Day
Forty-nine youth from throughout Lincoln County were at the Lincoln County Service Center on Saturday, Oct. 14, where they participated in a variety of 4-H project sessions as part of Project Discovery...
View ArticleDinges attains Eagle Scout rank
On Oct. 8, an Eagle Court of Honor was held to celebrate the accomplishments of Gavin Dinges, son of Garrett & Amy Dinges, Merrill. Gavin has been involved in scouting since he was in the first...
View ArticleATV rider dies after crash with bear
At approximately 7:38 p.m. Thursday, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office 911 Center received a report of an ATV crash that occurred in the town of Wilson. Tomahawk EMS, Tomahawk Fire Department. a...
View ArticleChamber holds annual celebration
The Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated their 106th annual gathering of members on Oct.12 at Les & Jim’s Banquet Hall. The theme this year was “I Belong…A Circle of Influence.” More than...
View ArticleVery Merrill Christmas Card for 2017 unveiled
The 7th Annual Very Merrill Christmas card was unveiled at the Chamber’s 106th event on Oct. 12 to a room of cheers. The cards and prints will be available on Nov. 1 at the Chamber of Commerce office....
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Bluejays bump the competition in first round of playoffs
By Jared Schmeltzer Reporter Last night the Merrill volleyball team hosted Northland Pines in Merrill’s first playoff game of the year. The Bluejays won the game in three straight sets, however...
View ArticlePlans become a reality for a homeless shelter in Merrill
After a full season without a location for the homeless, a newly formed group has remedied that problem. The newly formed Merrill Community Homeless Center Inc. has been recognized by the IRS as a 501...
View ArticleRecord shattering season leads to late-season accolades for Kanitz
MHS Sophomore Trinity Kanitz has made a habit of breaking school records this season as a member of the MHS varsity Girls Swim team. Such success has led her to the brink of a possible Division II...
View ArticleDAT Bar hosts ‘Nevermind’
Jeremy Ratliff Reporter Friday evening, the city’s west side was treated to the deep, soulful sound of local duo Nevermind; courtesy of DAT Bar and owners Dennis and Traci Fick. Consisting of 13-year...
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