Christmas activities are kicking off the holiday season in Merrill this Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. From craft shows to Christmas shopping to supporting local non-profits at the beautiful annual …

Regardless of who is on your Christmas shopping list or how long (or short) that list may be, keeping your Christmas shopping local is a great way to stimulate and safeguard the Merrill economy. To …

Volunteers from Courtside Furniture assembled and erected the Christmas tree on the lawn of the Lincoln County Courthouse. Special thanks to Bryce Jirovec, Shawn Buckley, Brady Peck, and Tony …

The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors is once again searching for a broker to facilitate the sale of Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill. According to a Request for Proposals (RFP) posted on the …

Antigo, Wis. – America’s most celebrated “helpful place” has opened its doors as of December 3rd in Antigo. The new Antigo Ace Hardwarestore, located at 715 Superior …

“Rounding up” has become the latest trend in fundraising, and with good reason. It’s easy to give, giving in small increments barely impacts the giver’s budget, and lots of …

On Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, Merrill will host vendors and crafters from around the area and beyond at craft shows around the city at Merrill’s Citywide Craft & Vendor Extravaganza. “We …

The Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual celebration, banquet, and awards ceremony to recognize local area businesses and announce their Chamber Business of the Year Awards on Oct. 10, …

Hugo’s Pizza supports local St. Vincent de Paul Hugo’s Pizza of Merrill has donated more than $1,000 to St. Vincent de Paul over the past four years. Going forward, 10% of the sales …

Shopping started to get busy at the Merrill Enrichment Center's Sept. 28 Fall Craft & Vendor Expo. Tina L. Scott photo. On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, multiple fall craft shows and flea markets …

American Heritage 6" Tobacco Safety Toe Work Boot produced by Thorogood of Merrill. BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR On Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2024, the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) and Johnson …

Addressing delays in Wisconsin newspaper delivery From the office of Sen. Tammy Baldwin On Sept. 18, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to immediately …

TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR The Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) announced the nominations for their Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest last week, and several area manufacturers were …

Lincoln County Board to vote on resolution to sell nursing home Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill. Tina L. Scott photo. TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR In a season of deja vu - at least where Lincoln …

Photo courtesy of Aspirus. Aspirus Health recently introduced autonomous lawn mowers at six locations in its system, including Merrill. A release from Aspirus said the autonomous lawn mowers support …

Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill. Tina L. Scott photo. TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR The Agenda for the Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, Lincoln County Administrative & Legislative (A&L) Committee, …

MADISON - Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) - the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association - and Johnson Financial Group are again partnering to host a contest to determine …

Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill. Tina L. Scott photo. TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR At a joint meeting of the Lincoln County Administrative and Legislative (A&L) Committee and the Finance and Insurance …

Shannon Murray. Strengthening partnerships with the Merrill community Shannon Murray, Superintendent One of the key components of the mission of the Merrill Area Public Schools (MAPS) is creating and …

FOR THE MERRILL FOTO NEWS MADISON, Wis. – The 2024 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants are open to applicants until 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, …