The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced last week it will host four open houses to share information about proposed changes to the Northern Forest Zone deer management unit …

The Lincoln County Humane Society (LCHS) would like to thank the following donors for their support in June: Donna Schulz; Meghan Stevenson; Dean Barker; Sandra Ratkovich; Julie Gasper; Bible …

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) last week announced the release of the Wisconsin Water Explorer, a web-based tool that can help Wisconsin residents address concerns about the …

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging Wisconsinites and state visitors to think twice before giving invasive species or harmful hitchhikers a ride in their firewood this fall. …

On Oct. 1, 2024, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced a settlement has been reached with the previous owners/operators of Morning View Dairy - Morning View Dairy, LLC, Erich W. Roth, the …

In May 2024, P.E.O. Chapter AA of Merrill hosted a flower basket fundraiser. P.E.O. is a Philanthropic Educational Organization, where women celebrate the advancement of women and contribute to the …

Nov. 7 - Bingo at St. Francis School Nov. 7 - Open Mic Night at Sawmill Brewing Company Nov. 8 - Free Swing Dance Basic Lessons at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church Nov. 8 - Murder at the Murder …

Voters across the country cast ballots in federal, statewide and local races in the Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, General Election. U.S. President Republican former President Donald J. Trump …

As reported by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill was busy on Thursday, Oct. 31, as trick-or-treaters collected candy from residents for Halloween.

The Lincoln County 911 Dispatch Center received a call shortly before 7 p.m. on Friday night, Oct. 25, 2024, reporting a basement fire in a duplex located directly across the street from the Merrill …

Presidential Election is the primary pull to the polls The Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, election is fast approaching. Election Day 2024 includes the U.S. Presidential Election where the Republican …

In the quiet countryside near Gleason on a dead-end road sits a humble little clapboard church that seems to have been all but forgotten. Located off of Hwy. J, and Estonian Rd. the Estonian Lutheran …

The Merrill Girls Varsity Swim Team hosted a dual against Wausau West at the Prairie River Middle School pool on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. Wausau West swimmers were in peak shape and placed high in …

On Friday night, Oct. 25, 2024, the Merrill Varsity Football Team traveled to Onalaska to compete in the 2024 playoffs. They were the #7 seed in round one. And there, unfortunately, is where the …

Local restaurants are partnering with the MAC Home in Merrill to raise funds and awareness about homelessness in our area. On Nov. 1, 2024, the B’s Nest will be accepting donations for the MAC …

We welcome letters to the Editor, a chance for members of the community to comment on issues of concern to them. All letters must be original, not duplications of letters addressed to public …

Area events for Oct. 31 to Nov. 14, 2024 ...

Oct. 30 is Buckle Up Phone Down Day ... start today and make it a lifelong practice, because it could save lives, and the life it saves could be you or someone you love.

Earlier this month, four Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office employees attended a 40-hour training course focused on crisis intervention.