On Friday, August 14, 2026, local, state, and federal officials gathered at the Merrill Municipal Airport for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to dedicate a new, state-of-the-art $3.13 million aircraft …
The Friends of Council Grounds State Park (FoCGSP) received 33 entries in this year’s photo contest, with 25 coming from Merrill photographers and the remaining eight submitted from other Wisconsin …
On July 14, 2026, congregants packed the newly renovated worship space at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church on East 10th Street in Merrill, despite the weather offering up a dose of intense heat and …
Matthew Burkhardt, a Boy Scout with Troop 503, chose the T.B. Scott Free Library’s raised garden beds as his Eagle Scout project. The library added a Mini Food Pantry to its community services in …
Aug. 20 - Gazebo Nights at Normal Park - Opening act opens at 5 p.m., headliner Blindside plays at 6 p.m. Aug. 20 - Veterans Coffee & Conversation at the Eagles Club - begins at 10 a.m. Aug. 20 - …
With the start of the new school year approaching, Aspirus Health recently shared tips to ensure children get enough sleep. “As families prepare for another school year, school supply lists, open …
Earlier this month, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office introduced two new deputies, as well as a new K9. Deputies Josh McCaskill and Wyatt Pufall and K9 Dasty have joined the Sheriff’s Office. …
Scenes and snippets from an old-fashioned county fair — from food and 4-H events to rides and music, animals and the market sale to bubbles and games, tractors and dancing to exhibits and ribbons. …
The Lincoln County Health Department (LCHD) looked into reports of stomach illness among people who attended the Lincoln County Fair last week, just a day or two after the fair had begun, after …
Michael Alfonso made several appearances in the Merrill area this past weekend, in advance of the Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, Primary Election. Alfonso, who is running as part of the Republican Party, is …
Aug. 13 - Gazebo Nights at Normal Park - Opening act opens at 5 p.m., headliners Road Trip plays at 6 p.m. Aug. 13 - Veterans Coffee & Conversation at the Eagles Club - begins at 10 a.m. Aug. 13 …
The City of Merrill Parks & Recreation Department (Parks & Rec) is celebrating a changing of the guard, honoring the retirement of longtime Recreation Manager Dawn Smith while welcoming Emily …
Trinity Lutheran Church will sponsor an evening of gospel music with the Living River Quartet in the Park on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Normal Park, 500 N. Center Ave. in Merrill. …
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) service center counters, the agency’s statewide call center, and email service will be unavailable Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 26 and 27, 2026, the …
The 14th annual Merrill Community Night Out will bring free food, activities, and community resources to residents Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Merrill Expo Center and Fair Grounds. The …
The Lincoln County Sports Club (LCSC) hosted its 28th annual fundraiser and raffle at the clubhouse Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, raising more than $15,000 through the support of sponsors, donors, …
JULY 27, 2026 Boy, Milo James, born to Annie Befort and Bryce Befort of Merrill. Girl, Freya Rose, born to Brianna Vanden Huevel and Tony Vanden Huevel of Irma.
07-13-26 At 2:15 p.m., an officer took a report of a theft of money from a local business. The investigation is ongoing. At 2:20 p.m., officers were requested by the Wisconsin Department of …
Trinity Lutheran Church will hold its annual Trinity Block Party on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. at Normal Park. The free event will include food, live entertainment, and family …
August is recognized as National Wellness Month, a time to focus on building healthy habits that improve our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. While many people think of wellness as eating …