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Bluejays punch their ticket to state for second straight year
By Jared Schmeltzer Reporter Saturday night’s sectional final match against St. Croix Central was the final step in assuring back-to-back state appearances for the Merrill volleyball team. The Bluejays...
View ArticleSchulz named manager of Habitat Home
The Merrill Community Homeless Center, Inc. officially took possession of the building at 407 W. Main St. and will begin construction/remodeling soon. This building was made possible through the...
View ArticleWilliam “Bill” Hinz
William “Bill” Hinz, age 71, of Merrill, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017 at his home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice. He was born August 11, 1946 in Merrill to William and...
View ArticlePatrick L. Kulawinski
Patrick L. Kulawinski, 62, of Merrill, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017 at Ascension St. Clare’s Hospital, Weston. Patrick was born September 11, 1955, in Merrill, son of the late Chester and Gayle...
View ArticleVeteran Services office closed next Tuesday
The Lincoln County Veteran Services office in Merrill will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 7. The Veteran Services officer will be in the Tomahawk Annex office on Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4...
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MHS fishing club gets feet wet with first tournament
The new Merrill High School Fishing Club participated in its first tournament Oct. 16 at Bluegill Bay County Park in Wausau. With about 25 students on the roster, the club is advised by Doug Iwen,...
View ArticleAnne’s Apron Brigade and Anne’s Army join forces
By Kitty Gartmann, Beth Anne Rekowski and Sarah Taylor Mayhak Throwing a benefit for someone battling cancer for a second time is a very tenuous thing. Here’s the truth: offering up the shallow...
View ArticleMerrill Fire Department Reports
October 23 Calls: #1473- At 3:50 a.m. Med 62 responded to Center Rd. for a 60 year old female with a medical problem, no transport; #1474- At 2:56 p.m. Med 62 responded to Edwards Dr. for a 10 year old...
View ArticleMunicipal Court
The following cases were heard in Merrill and Tomahawk Municipal Court Oct. 16, 2017. Possession of marijuana William E. Bradaseric, Tomahawk, $187; Michelle M. Durkee, Tomahawk, $187, possess drug...
View ArticleCadeyan Hrabik Bayer
Cadeyan Hrabik Bayer, age 4, died on Friday October 27, 2017 in Appleton, Wisconsin and ascended into heaven’s embrace. Cadeyan was born on June 13th, 2013 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin to...
View ArticleThe history of North Pines Genealogy Group
The history of North Pines Genealogy Group began on May 17, 1984, after the Merrill Foto News ran advertisements looking for individuals to submit articles regarding family history. Sharon Karow...
View ArticleCouncil Grounds announces 2017 photo contest winners
The winners in the third annual Council Grounds State Park photo contest were announced at the candlelight walk held at the Park on Oct. 28. The top two winners in the four categories are as follows:...
View ArticleProtect your family from carbon monoxide this winter
As we get used to the cooling temperatures and enjoy the last days of fall, the Lincoln County Health Department wants to remind everyone of the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, especially those who...
View ArticleVeterans Day activities in Lincoln County
All veterans organizations are invited to participate and show their colors at the following events in Merrill next week: •Tuesday, Nov. 7- Jefferson School, 9 a.m.; Trinity Lutheran School, 11 a.m....
View ArticleEugene “Gene” R. Graf
Eugene “Gene” R. Graf, age 89, of Merrill, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at his home. Gene was born on August 22, 1928 to the late Alexander and Lillian (Arder) Graf in Chicago, IL. In...
View ArticleFotos from the Past
Researched by Michael J. Caylor Jr 11-2-77 The Merrill Senior High School football team and the City of Merrill have much to celebrate as the local team has a share of the Wisconsin Valley Football...
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