Merrill Historical Society, Inc. announces annual Holiday Musicale
The Annual Holiday Musicale will be presented on Dec. 3, at 4 p.m. in the Merrill History & Culture Center, 100 E. Third St. Performances will be given by Jim Bjorklund, the Vocal Jayz, Choir...
View ArticleGovernor Walker declares Nov. 20 as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in...
Snowplow drivers provide a vital public service that supports public safety and mobility Governor Scott Walker has proclaimed Monday, Nov. 20, as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin. The...
View ArticleDetert named Athlete of the Week
When the 2017 regular football season drew to a close last month, the ever-potent Bluejay rushing offense stood in third place behind smashmouth Great Northern Conference heavyweights Medford and...
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Ask an Official: Road crews’ winter preparation discussed
The week’s featured question was submitted for the City of Merrill Street Department and Lincoln County Highway Department. The question reads: “When winter weather hits so early like it did last week,...
View ArticleHerbert A. Paul
Herbert A. Paul, age 83, formerly of Kimberly and Merrill, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017, at Wisconsin Veterans Home, King, with his family at his side. Herbert was born April 13,...
View ArticleEldor E. Schult
Eldor E. Schult, age 83, of the Town of Scott, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at his home under the care of his family and hospice. Eldor was born April 12, 1934, in the Town of Scott, son...
View ArticleMichael Laverne Schoetz
Michael Laverne Schoetz, age 81, a 17-year resident of Three Lakes, lost his courageous battle with cancer on November 17 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 21, 1936, in...
View ArticleMerrill Police reports
November 17 9:20 a.m.- Officers were requested by Probation and Parole to respond to a residence and take a male subject into custody that had a warrant through their agency. The male subject was...
View ArticleOptimists support ‘After the Bell’ program
The Optimist Club of Merrill recently made a $500 donation to the 2017-18 “After the Bell” program. To keep the cost of the “After the Bell” program free to participants, the program has relied on the...
View ArticleMerrill volleyball holds award ceremony
The Merrill volleyball team hosted their award ceremony last Tuesday (Nov. 14) in the Merrill High School cafeteria. The Bluejays had five girls receiving All-Conference honors to go along with the...
View ArticleLincoln County Sheriff’s reports
A 41-year-old Wausau man was arrested after deputies found a man wanted in two counties. The Marathon County Sheriff’s Office requested deputies be on the lookout for the man after he failed to appear...
View ArticlePrairie River Middle School announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll
6th Grade 1st Quarter Highest Honors 4.0 Arabella Baumann, Anna Bowe, Ayden Cantrell, Leah Crockford, Malaynie Dengel, Anna Florez, Anthony Hanse, Allison Hoock, Emerson Iwen, Brooklyn Kraegenbrink,...
View ArticleTrinity presents Live Nativity
Trinity Lutheran Church in Merrill will present its annual Live Nativity in the church parking lot on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 4-7 p.m. You’re invited to come and view the true meaning of Christmas, and...
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PRMS Students of the Quarter
Students of the Quarter at Prairie River Middle School are recognized for their efforts in being a good citizen, including: Behavior, Integrity, Responsibility and Discussion. The school is proud to...
View ArticleMitten Tree: Warm their hands, warm your heart
This holiday season marks the 36th year for the Mitten Tree at Miller’s Home Furnishings on Merrill’s west side. Throughout the holiday season, the public is invited to donate new hats, mittens, socks...
View ArticleHoliday Food Safety Tips
As the end of the year approaches, it’s likely there are multiple parties and thus many meals in your future. Carrying food from one location to another and sharing dishes with a crowd means more...
View Article‘Bright with Silver’ explores history of Fromm Brothers
All it took was four very determined young brothers to join forces to create what would turn out to be the largest silver fox and mink farm in the United States, The Fromm Brothers Fur & Ginseng...
View ArticleLions sponsor Peace Poster contest
The Merrill Lions awarded prizes in the annual Peace Poster contest at St. Francis School. Pictured from left are: Patti Gessler, art teacher; Ana Voermans, first place; Tessa Wheat, second place;...
View ArticleCrime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers of Lincoln County needs your help. The Merrill Police Department is investigating the theft of a security system from Walmart on Nov. 6. Photographs of a suspect, which can be seen on...
View ArticleRed Kettle Campaign 2017 rings in holiday season
The bells you hear ringing as you exit your car at Dave’s County Market or Walmart are reminders that the Red Kettle Campaign is up and running again in Merrill! Last year’s campaign was a year of many...
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