Children are best protected in a vehicle when they are correctly buckled into the correct seat for their age and size. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s September Law of the Month reminds parents and …
Crowds turned out in Merrill on Monday to celebrate the last major holiday of the summer. Children and adults alike enjoyed the beautiful weather, lining Merrill streets to watch the annual Labor Day …
Merrill comedy fans are in for a premier night of stand-up entertainment this month. Merrill native and Merrill High School graduate Matt Torkelson has returned to host the annual Stand Up Night at …
As the events of Sept. 11, 2001, unfolded, most Americans — and many people across the world — were fixated on the events occurring in the United States, in New York City; in Arlington, Virginia; …
Sept. 10 - Veterans Coffee & Conversation at the Eagles Club - begins at 10 a.m. Sept. 10 - Karaoke at Hy-Da Way at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 12 - Fall Night Market, live music by Kristen Amber Music …
Organizations that support Wisconsin small businesses are now able to apply for Small Business Technical Assistance (SBTA) grant funding from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). In …
Area students named to spring 2026 Dean’s List at UW-River Falls The University of Wisconsin-River Falls has released its spring semester Dean’s List, honoring 1,497 students. To be named to …
The Wisconsin NewsMedia Association (WNA) announced on Monday, July 27, 2026, that it has entered into an agreement with the Wisconsin Community Papers (WCP), under which the WCP will dissolve as an …
• Casual Prayer for Local and Aspiring Business Owners - Thursdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at The Humble, 923 E. Main St. • Narcotics Anonymous Meeting - Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Ascension Episcopal …
The following donations were approved and/or accepted at the Aug. 19, 2026, Merrill Area Public Schools (MAPS) Board of Education meeting: A monetary gift from Kent & Sue Johnson valued at $100 …
BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR Aspirus Merrill Hospital received a Stroke Silver Plus award and a Rural Stroke Silver award in July from the American Heart Association’s Get With The …
WJMT-FM, “Blue Jay 96.3,” has announced the winners of its 2026 Bluejay Blackout Bingo contest. Theresa Radloff of Merrill won the grand prize of $1,009.63. Kay Klug of Merrill took second place …
Just off Hwy. 107 north of Merrill, near the tranquil flow of the Wisconsin River, Newwood Park, and the Merrill School Forest is a hidden getaway — a peaceful Northwoods haven of hospitality …
Merrill’s Gazebo Nights summer concert series closed out its 2026 run with back-to-back headliners that sent the season out on a high note, giving neighbors one more excuse to grab a lawn chair, …
Four people, including a man wanted on a homicide warrant, were arrested after Merrill police searched a home in the 800 block of Grand Ave. on Aug. 19, 2026, according to a media release from the …
The Lincoln County Veterans Council will host its annual Free Veterans Day Meal on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at the Northwoods Veterans Post, 601 Johnson St., Merrill, and this year’s free meal is …
Westside Market in Merrill marked its ninth anniversary this spring with a bourbon raffle that raised $4,080 for the Never Forgotten Honor Flight. Tickets for the “Right to Purchase” raffle cost …
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) — the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association — is again hosting a statewide competition to find the “Coolest Thing Made in …
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers to teach hunters of all experience levels practical hunting skills. Volunteer opportunities are available in all parts of the …
A grant from a local organization will help support the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9 program. The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors, during its meeting at the Lincoln County Service …