Lincoln County 4-H leader named state Volunteer of the Year
Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development honored Yvette Chieves of Lincoln County with its 2016 Salute to Excellence Volunteer of the Year award. The award recognizes 4-H volunteers who have worked with 4-H for...
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Badger Hotel unveils ballroom, welcomes community
Don “Bogie” Boquist, owner of the Badger Hotel on East Main Street in Merrill, has made some big changes to his business that he hopes the community will embrace. He recently added a kitchen to the...
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PRMS Students of the Quarter
Prairie River Middle School recently celebrated Students of the First Quarter. At PRMS, Students of the Quarter are recognized for their efforts in being a good citizen, including: Behavior, Integrity,...
View ArticleSnowmobile safety class
A DNR Snowmobile Safety class will be held on Jan. 2-3, 2017, at Lincoln Lanes Banquet Hall from 5:45-9 p.m. Students must attend both nights to complete the course. Those turning 12 years old in 2017...
View ArticleFotos from the past
Researched by Michael J. Caylor Jr 12-8-76 The Merrill Jaycees held their annual awards banquet this past Thursday to honor local residents for their distinguished service to the community. Charles...
View ArticlePine Crest residents enter art contest
Pine Crest Nursing Home residents had an opportunity to participate in the WRAP (Wisconsin Representatives of Activity Professionals) annual state art contest in September. There were many participants...
View ArticleGrapplers place 9th at Papermaker Invite
Jeremy Ratliff Reporter Saturday morning, the 2016-17 Bluejay wrestlers kicked off their season at the Papermaker Invitational meet hosted by Kimberly High School. The Jays would go on to tie for 9th...
View ArticleWestgate residents enjoy new pavilion
Early this fall, residents at the Westgate Apartment complex were treated to the use of a new pavilion, courtesy of the Merrill Area Housing Authority. “The shelter was built early this fall by JJ Lee...
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Ask an Official: County discusses high speed internet for rural residents
Lincoln County Administrative Coordinator Randy Scholz This week’s featured question was submitted for Lincoln County Administrative Coordinator Randy Scholz “What is the current progress of the high...
View ArticleSuperintendent’s Corner…
Dr. John Sample, MAPS Superintendent As a result of the Community Conversation, our district staff recently viewed Paper Tigers as Part Two of the trauma sensitive training we are providing. During...
View ArticleCommission selects site for proposed skatepark
The Merrill Park and Recreation Commission has selected a site for a proposed new skatepark in the city. The commission decided Wednesday that an under-utilized parking area off River Street, just west...
View ArticleCity to consider property purchase
The Merrill Common Council will consider purchasing the former Merrill Pavers property at 2101 Logan Ave. at its Dec. 13 meeting. The property is located in TID No. 9 and is eligible for 30% Idle Site...
View Article‘Bluejacks’ outgun Green Bay; tie with Jags
Jeremy Ratliff Reporter Last Saturday morning, the new Merrill-Wausau East Bluejack Hockey coop made their season debut at Wausau’s Marathon Park, taking down Green Bay-United 6-4. The ‘Jacks got the...
View ArticleBroeking named Athlete of the Week
Senior, second-year goalie Bryce Broeking’s 94% save percentage helped the new East-Merrill varisty hockey coop team hang with the up-tempo Ashwaubenon Jaguars last Thursday, resulting in a 2-2...
View ArticleDistribution of medication by jail inmates results in Felony charges.
Brandi L. Simonis, 27 and currently incarcerated at the Lincoln County Jail– was charged December 8 with Felony Possession of Non-Narcotics with Intent to Deliver. According to court records, Simonis...
View ArticleMerrill man charged after attempting to elude officer
On the evening of Thursday December 1, an officer on patrol on the city’s west side observed a vehicle displaying suspended registration, operating on South Alexander Street. According to officer...
View ArticleMarlene S. (Pankow) Fechtner
Marlene S. (Pankow) Fechtner, age 74, died Thursday, December 8, 2016 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Merrill, WI. Marlene was born May 5, 1942 in Merrill, WI to Ruth (Lemke) and Leslie Pankow and was...
View ArticleCounty snowmobile trails could be ready by Christmas
Thanks to the early arrival of Old Man Winter, accompanied by two significant snow falls in the last week, local snowmobile enthusiasts may not have to wait much longer for local trails to open....
View ArticleUS 51 lane closures planned in Lincoln County this week
On Wednesday, Dec. 14, motorists can expect single lane closures on US 51 at the Lincoln County K interchange. Closures are necessary for crews to complete routine bridge inspection. Work is scheduled...
View ArticleMerrill Police Reports
December 5 8:38 a.m.- A male was arrested and brought to the jail for a Probation Violation. 12:09 p.m.- An officer investigated a retail theft at Walmart. The investigation is ongoing. 3:14 p.m.- A...
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