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 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 …
Students in Merrill went back to school this week, and most school districts in the state have already started or will soon begin classes. That means an increase in pedestrian traffic as children …
Wheat graduates from McNeese State University Gwenyth Audrey Wheat of Merrill graduated from McNeese State University during the university’s 166th commencement, held Friday, May 22, at …
The back-to-school season is a busy time of year for both students and guardians. Consumers of all ages will be searching for the best deals on the supplies and products they need, and for scammers, …
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 …
Merrill Area Public Schools will host a free, family-friendly Back-to-School Bash to kick off the 2026-2027 school year with activities, resources, and a meal for the whole community. The event will …
The Merrill High School Class of 1986 will hold its 40th class reunion Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at the Lincoln County Fair. The reunion will begin with a meet and greet at 5 p.m., followed by a social …
Two Merrill High School (MHS) classes will hold reunions in Merrill this month. MHS Class of 1966 This weekend, the MHS Class of 1966 will hold its 60th class reunion on Saturday, Aug. 8. The …
Alumni, families, and community members will lace up their running shoes this weekend for the second annual Merrill Alumni Friends & Family 5K Run/Walk, and all are invited to join them. The …
The following donations were approved and/or accepted at the July 15 Merrill Area Public Schools (MAPS) Board of Education meeting: The donation of piano class supplies from the Broecker Trust (Mike …
The 2026-2027 drive for new backpacks and school supplies for students in need is under way. More than 500 students in grades K-8 qualify for free backpacks and supplies under federal guidelines for …
The Lincoln County Retired Educators (LCRE) will award scholarships to one Merrill graduate and one Tomahawk graduate pursuing careers in education. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in a …
Saari named to Iowa State spring 2026 Dean’s List Jack Saari of Merrill, a mechanical engineering major, was named to the Dean’s List at Iowa State University for the spring 2026 semester. …
GOLD (4.0): Lilyin Calkins, Colton Canne, Gwendolyn Herman, Tyler Hess, Laney Kultgen, Oaklee Podgorski, Kinsley Young, Mason Klug, Garik Peterson, Lilian Mattson, Lily Schultz, Ever Smith, Lee …
HIGHEST HONORS (3.75 – 4.00): *Sophia Wendt, *Liam Heinzen, *Ledger Breaman, Fiona Giese, Rayleigh Hanke, Elizabeth Burkhardt, Riley Wilson, Adelyn Forster, Frederick Delp, and Calvin Hoeft HIGH …
The following donations were approved and/or accepted at the April 15, 2026, Merrill Area Public Schools (MAPS) Board of Education meeting: Money from Merrill Area United Way valued at $892.50 for …
Students are recognized on the Trinity Honor Roll for a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 and higher. GRADE 5 HIGHEST HONORS (4.0 GPA): Jenna Peterson, Elijah Smith, and Morgan Webb HONORS: …
GRADE 9 HIGHEST HONORS (4.0): Alle Bergh, Ella Bergh, Ella Burrow, Aaron Collinsworth, Bethany Crockford, Margaret Delp, Wil Detert, Colton Fox, Everett Gunther, Willow Harmon, Jase Huston, Kassandra …
FIFTH GRADE GOLD (4.00): Allison Chavarria, Paul Chavarria, Ezekiel Garcia, Eli Harding, Jasmine Hoff, Haley Hoffman, Kianna Holmes, Harlee Huston, Sierra Jannusch, Michael Knospe, Brady Matthias, …