Municipal court
The following cases were heard in Municipal Court on March 14 & 21, 2016. All have pleaded guilty or no contest. Operate after rev./susp. of registration Tammy A. Allen, Merrill, $98.80; Jade D....
View ArticleConversations on climate change at library
As Earth Day 2016 nears on April 22, it’s a good time to consider: is global warming a conspiracy and a hoax, or a serious threat to humanity’s future? Is the subject of climate change so touchy that...
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Local organization committed to providing rest, relaxation and memories: One...
Jeremy Ratliff Reporter What began as a game farming venture over 20 years ago has since turned into a full-scale human service effort, otherwise known as Little Lakes Memories Inc. “It all started...
View ArticleLincoln County Anglers annual spring meeting
Press Release The Lincoln County Anglers will be hosting their annual spring meeting to discuss topics for the upcoming season. At this meeting, they will be welcoming new anglers to the club,...
View ArticleLocal races to be decided along with presidential primary
Wisconsin voters will make their choices Tuesday, April 5, for candidates to represent their parties in the U.S. Presidential election in November. Along with the presidential primary, local races will...
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Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department Awards
The Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department announces the recipients of their annual Fireman of the Year awards. The awards are chosen by their peers on the department for their outstanding work and...
View ArticleTrack invite tests Bluejay mettle
By Nick Beversdorf Reporter The Bluejay varsity boys track team had their first home invite on Tuesday, which proved to be full of strong competition with Merrill tying for second place against Edgar...
View ArticleHelen M. Berndt
Helen M. Berndt, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2016, at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill, under the care of her loving family and the nursing home staff. Helen was born September 22,...
View ArticleMan indicted on federal meth charges
The United States Attorney General in Madison has announced that a federal grand jury has indicted Anthony J. Rogers, age 24 of Wausau, who has strong ties to the Merrill area, for conspiring to...
View ArticleJoseph “Poppy” Frederick
Joseph “Poppy” Frederick, age 89, of Merrill, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at his home. He was born April 21, 1926 in Merrill to the late Louis and Mary Frederick. On July 3, 1976 he and Viola...
View ArticleGregory M. Gallup
Gregory M. Gallup, age 67, died on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at his residence in Weston, WI. He was born on June 11, 1948 to the late Glen and Janet Gallup in Gaastra, Michigan. Greg attended and...
View ArticleAlbert J. Beaudry
Albert J. Beaudry, age 76, of Merrill, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, March 26, 2016. He was born April 5, 1939 in Merrill to the late Louis and Lillian Beaudry. Albert served in the...
View ArticleDavid H. Langhoff
David H. Langhoff, 73, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at Sunny Ridge Health & Rehabilitation in Sheboygan. He was born on May 18, 1942 in Watersmeet, MI in a tarpaper...
View ArticleBenjamin “Ben” P. Marquard
Benjamin “Ben” P. Marquard, age 33 of Ashland, WI., passed away on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016, at the MMC hospital in Ashland after a 2 ½ year battle with Leukemia. Ben was born on March 27th , 1983...
View ArticleFotos from the past
Researched by Michael J. Caylor Jr 3-31-76 A final recap of next week’s ballot is on page two. Seven people are vying for three spots on the school board including incumbents Lester Voigt, Wayne Schulz...
View ArticleHealth Department photo contest celebrates Public Health Week
Join the Lincoln County Health Department in celebrating National Public Health Week: “Making the U.S. the Healthiest Nation in One Generation — by 2030.” The week of April 4-10 serves as a time to...
View ArticleQuick tips can help homeowners avoid potential bear conflicts
Many bears throughout Wisconsin have begun to emerge from their dens, and homeowners are encouraged to take precautions to avoid potential conflicts with hungry bears. Black bears normally avoid...
View ArticleRobert S. Wroblewski
Robert S. Wroblewski, age 77, of Antigo, entered eternal life on March 30, 2016 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer at Care Partners under the care of LeRoyer Hospice. He was...
View ArticleJerome (Jerry) Wayne Erickson
Jerome (Jerry) Wayne Erickson, 78, of Merrill, Wisconsin, loving father, proud grandfather, and devoted husband of the late Judith Ann Erickson, entered into eternal peace on March 30, 2016, in Wausau,...
View ArticleTomahawk Police make crack bust
Tomahawk Police Chief Al Elvins announced that early this morning his department executed a search warrant on a residence located at 23 W. Prospect Ave. in the city of Tomahawk. The warrant was related...
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